Detroit Tigers News & Updates
The Detroit Tigers were 66-78, 4th in the AL Central. Yesterday, the Detroit Tigers narrowly beat the Minnesota Twins 5-4 at Comerica Park.
The indicators are pointing down. Giving up 5.6 runs a game. That's the biggest issue. Making it worse, carrying 11 on the injured list. It adds up.
Tigers Game on September 08
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Comerica Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Drew Anderson (4-5, 3.73 ERA) vs Dean Kremer (2-5, 5.81 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Detroit SportsNet, Twins.TV Presented by Progressive |
Tigers Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Detroit Tigers narrowly beat the Minnesota Twins 5-4 at Comerica Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 1 |
 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 0 |
Highlights
- Riley Greene went 3-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
- Kevin McGonigle went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Tigers Record & Standings
AL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
White Sox
|
|
75 | 68 | .524 | W1 | |
|
Guardians
|
|
73 | 72 | .503 | 3.0 | L1 |
|
Twins
|
|
68 | 76 | .472 | 7.5 | L2 |
|
Tigers
|
|
66 | 78 | .458 | 9.5 | W1 |
|
Royals
|
|
64 | 81 | .441 | 12.0 | L1 |
Detroit Tigers are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -4 run differential.
Tigers Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | .245 | .764 | 83 | |
| 19 | .279 | .843 | 64 | |
| 22 | .220 | .719 | 66 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-4 | 3.86 | 1.29 | 32.2 | |
| 8-4 | 2.42 | 1.05 | 108.0 | |
| 4-6 | 3.63 | 1.16 | 39.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 9 hits, 3 HR, 8 RBI, .692 AVG in last 3 games |
Tigers News
The Tigers kicked off their series against the Minnesota Twins with a much-needed 5-4 victory, snapping a disheartening stretch that included several walk-off losses in Cleveland. Troy Melton, showing his signature calm demeanor, delivered a standout performance on the mound, further solidifying his role as a reliable option with a 2.20 ERA. Meanwhile, general manager Jeff Greenberg reaffirms his commitment to the Tigers by withdrawing from consideration for the Red Wings GM position, a move that suggests stability amidst ongoing struggles. However, there are still questions about Kyle Finnegan, whose return has been underwhelming, leaving fans wondering if it's time for drastic measures. With a record of 65-78, the Tigers must capitalize on this win to gain momentum against division rivals as they push through the final stretch of the season.
Tigers Upcoming Schedule
The Detroit Tigers host the Colorado Rockies for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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