Detroit Tigers News & Updates
The Detroit Tigers were 48-54, 4th in the AL Central. Yesterday, the Detroit Tigers topped the Chicago Cubs 5-1 at Wrigley Field.
The trend line looks fine. A W by 4 last night. The most recent result always counts most. Tempering that, 12 players on the IL. The depth is getting tested.
Tigers Game on July 23
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Comerica Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Troy Melton (5-1, 1.80 ERA) vs Randy Dobnak (0-0, 1.93 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Detroit SportsNet, Royals.TV, MLB Network, MLB Network |
| Forecast: | 🌤️ Mostly sunny, 74°F, Wind 7 mph |
Tigers Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Detroit Tigers topped the Chicago Cubs 5-1 at Wrigley Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 1 |
 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
Highlights
- Hao-Yu Lee went 1-4 with 1 HR and 3 RBI.
- Spencer Torkelson went 2-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Tigers Record & Standings
AL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
White Sox
|
|
54 | 47 | .535 | W1 | |
|
Guardians
|
|
54 | 49 | .524 | 1.0 | L1 |
|
Twins
|
|
50 | 53 | .485 | 5.0 | W1 |
|
Tigers
|
|
48 | 54 | .471 | 6.5 | W1 |
|
Royals
|
|
43 | 60 | .417 | 12.0 | W3 |
Detroit Tigers are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a -1 run differential.
Tigers Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | .271 | .868 | 65 | |
| 15 | .285 | .846 | 50 | |
| 19 | .209 | .730 | 50 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 7 hits, 3 HR, 5 RBI, .583 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 snapped their losing streak with a solid 5-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs, thanks in large part to Keider Montero's stellar pitching performance, which improved his record to 6-5 with a 3.22 ERA. This win not only salvaged the series but showcased the potential of rookie Hao-Yu Lee, who delivered a pivotal three-run homer that shifted the momentum. However, the team is grappling with injury woes, as Casey Mize's future remains uncertain after another setback, raising questions about his long-term viability. Meanwhile, Kevin McGonigle continues to impress, taking on leadership roles despite the pressure of being a rookie. With the Tigers sitting at 47-54 and the Cubs looming again, the focus will be on maintaining this newfound momentum while navigating a lineup that’s stretched thin by injuries.
Tigers Upcoming Schedule
The Detroit Tigers host the Baltimore Orioles for a 3-game series starting Monday.
About Small Ball
This Detroit Tigers digest was built by Small Ball to save you from bouncing between five apps to follow your team. It's fan-run and made to deliver what matters each morning.
Got thoughts? Tell us. Want to support it? Ko-fi tips help keep it running.