Vest delivered the clutch extras in Game 1, helping Detroit turn a tense finish into a victory and setting the tone for the bullpen's post-season reliability. His late-inning work was central to securing the 3-2 win.

Vest, once DFA’d by Seattle, re-emerged as a trusted Tigers closer with 23 saves. His maturity and late-inning reliability are highlighted as Detroit’s steady path through the late frames of the series.

Vest’s eighth-inning error allowed two Guardians runs, but he recovered to complete the frame by throwing out Ramírez at second. His miscue punctuated a tense moment, though Detroit ultimately held on for the win.

Vest’s late-inning role for Detroit is a focal point, representing the risk/reward dynamic of the Tigers’ bullpen in tight games and the swing in holds potential.

<p>Vest secured the ninth-inning out and avoided the final defensive misstep, closing out the Tigers’ Game 1 win and presenting Detroit with a closing option in Cleveland.</p>