Detroit Tigers News & Updates
The Detroit Tigers were 75-85, 4th in the AL Central. Yesterday, the Detroit Tigers held off the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-7 at Comerica Park.
Nothing is running away in either direction. Carrying 14 on the injured list. It adds up. Compounding things, going 3-4 lately. That drags everything down.
Tigers Game on September 26
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Comerica Park |
| First Pitch: | 01:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Justin Verlander (0-1, 12.27 ERA) vs Kirby Yates (2-5, 3.32 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Detroit SportsNet |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 68°F, Wind 18 mph |
Tigers Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Detroit Tigers held off the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-7 at Comerica Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1 |
 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 10 | 0 |
Highlights
- Spencer Torkelson went 3-4 with 1 HR and 3 RBI.
- Dillon Dingler went 1-5 with 2 RBI.
Tigers Record & Standings
AL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Guardians
|
|
84 | 76 | .525 | W2 | |
|
White Sox
|
|
83 | 77 | .519 | 1.0 | W2 |
|
Twins
|
|
76 | 84 | .475 | 8.0 | W3 |
|
Tigers
|
|
75 | 85 | .469 | 9.0 | W1 |
|
Royals
|
|
68 | 92 | .425 | 16.0 | L2 |
Detroit Tigers are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -2 run differential.
Tigers Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | .243 | .751 | 91 | |
| 26 | .232 | .770 | 77 | |
| 21 | .282 | .850 | 75 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-4 | 3.63 | 1.24 | 39.2 | |
| 4-6 | 3.20 | 1.04 | 45.0 | |
| 1-2 | 2.56 | 0.90 | 45.2 |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.1 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 2 SV, 3.0 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games |
Tigers News
The Tigers edged out the Pirates 8-7 in a nail-biter, marking a much-needed win as they wrap up a season focused on nostalgia and transition, particularly with Justin Verlander's emotional farewell. Celebrating the legacy of one of their greatest pitchers, fans filled the stands to see Verlander’s daughter throw a perfect first pitch, encapsulating the day's sentiment. While Jackson Jobe’s impressive finish to the season hints at a bright future for the rotation, the looming questions about the bullpen's durability remain, especially with Jacob Waguespack stepping up in unexpected ways. As the season winds down with a 74-85 record, the focus shifts to the promise of the young talent and honoring the past, even as Jim Bowden's unhelpful critique of Tarik Skubal's trade stirs the pot among frustrated fans.
Tigers Upcoming Schedule
No upcoming series scheduled for the Detroit Tigers.
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