The Detroit Tigers continue their winning streak, securing a 2-1 victory over the Texas Rangers in their homestand opener. Pitcher Tarik Skubal, last year’s AL Cy Young Award winner, showcased his skills, contributing to the team’s impressive performance. The Tigers are now tied with the Dodgers for the best record in Major League Baseball and hold a 2.5-game lead over the Cleveland Guardians in the AL Central. The second game of the series features a matchup between Jack Flaherty and Jacob deGrom, set to take place at Comerica Park at 6:10 p.m. ET.
The Detroit Tigers continue their winning streak.
On Friday evening, AJ Hinch and his team kicked off their six-game homestand with a tight 2-1 victory against the Texas Rangers. Tarik Skubal demonstrated once again why he was the American League Cy Young Award recipient last year, positioning himself for another shot at the title.
The Tigers are currently tied with the Los Angeles Dodgers for the top record in the majors, holding a 2.5-game advantage over the second-place Cleveland Guardians in the AL Central.
Game 2 of this weekend’s series will commence at the same time and location as Friday’s matchup. Jack Flaherty is set to take on Jacob deGrom as the Motor City Kitties aim for a series victory. Here’s a comparison of the two pitchers.
Detroit Tigers (26-13) vs. Texas Rangers (18-21)
Time (ET): 6:10 p.m.
Place: Comerica Park, Detroit, Michigan
SB Nation Site: Lone Star Ball
Media: FanDuel Sports Detroit, MLB.TV, Tigers Radio Network
Game 40 Pitching Matchup
| Player | IP | K% | BB% | FIP | fWAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | IP | K% | BB% | FIP | fWAR |
| Flaherty | 38.0 | 29.1 | 7.6 | 3.43 | 0.6 |
| deGrom | 38.0 | 24.2 | 6.0 | 3.71 | 0.7 |
Game 40: RHP Jack Flaherty (1-4, 3.79 ERA) vs. RHP Jacob deGrom (2-1, 2.61 ERA)
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