Tarik Skubal was sensational, striking out 14 batters in 7.2 innings, securing the win. Skubal joined an elite company with his 14-strikeout playoff performance, per Erick José Lantigua of Baseball-Reference. 🔥 TARIK SKUBAL SE UNE A LA HISTORIA ⚾️ Tarik Skubal se convirtió en el 14º lanzador con al menos 14 ponches en un partido de playoffs. 👑 pic.twitter.com/v1zCNCIos4 — Erick José Lantigua (@EJLantigua) September 30, 2025 Expand Tweet“Tarik Skubal became the 14th pitcher with at least 14 strikeouts in a playoff game. The absolute record is 17 strikeouts, achieved by Bob Gibson in Game 1 of the 1968 World Series,” Lantigua posted, per X's translation.