Detroit Tigers News & Updates
The Detroit Tigers were 46-53, 4th in the AL Central. Yesterday, the Detroit Tigers lost a close one to the Los Angeles Angels 2-3 at Angel Stadium.
Right in the middle for a reason. Opponents scoring just 2.3 per game. The mound work is solid. Factor in they're +11 in run differential. The gap is meaningful.
Tigers Game on July 20
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Wrigley Field |
| First Pitch: | 08:05 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Jack Flaherty (3-8, 4.48 ERA) vs Jameson Taillon (2-5, 5.19 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Marquee Sports Network, Detroit SportsNet |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 68°F, Wind 3 mph |
Tigers Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Detroit Tigers lost a close one to the Los Angeles Angels 2-3 at Angel Stadium.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 0 |
Highlights
- Riley Greene went 1-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Kevin McGonigle went 1-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Tigers Record & Standings
AL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
White Sox
|
|
52 | 46 | .531 | W1 | |
|
Guardians
|
|
52 | 48 | .520 | 1.0 | L1 |
|
Twins
|
|
49 | 51 | .490 | 4.0 | L2 |
|
Tigers
|
|
46 | 53 | .465 | 6.5 | L1 |
|
Royals
|
|
40 | 60 | .400 | 13.0 | L1 |
Detroit Tigers are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +11 run differential.
Tigers Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | .260 | .826 | 60 | |
| 14 | .286 | .846 | 47 | |
| 18 | .207 | .723 | 47 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-1 | 1.80 | 0.87 | 55.0 | |
| 6-5 | 2.83 | 0.93 | 82.2 | |
| 4-6 | 2.79 | 1.03 | 80.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 2 RBI, .571 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 2 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .167 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 9 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 7.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.1 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start |
Tigers News
The Detroit Tigers' recent surge took a hit as they fell 3-2 to the Los Angeles Angels, but the bigger concern is the health of Casey Mize, who exited the game after being hit by a comebacker to his wrist. Mize, sporting a solid 2.79 ERA, had been a bright spot in the rotation, and his potential absence could be a significant blow. Meanwhile, Spencer Torkelson continues to frustrate fans with his worrisome splits, struggling in clutch situations, which raises questions about his readiness for a bigger role. Despite the loss, the Tigers have shown promise with a strong recent stretch, but the team needs to rally quickly as the trade deadline approaches. With the need for consistent production and solid pitching, the Tigers face a crucial moment in their season.
Tigers Upcoming Schedule
The Detroit Tigers host the Kansas City Royals for a 4-game series starting Thursday.
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