Tigers Kick Off ALDS With Thrilling 2-1 Victory Over Guardians
The Detroit Tigers kicked off their American League first-round series with a thrilling 2-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians. The game was marked by a career-high performance from Tarik Skubal and a tense ninth inning.
Tarik Skubal made history for the Tigers, matching a team record for strikeouts in a playoff game with 14. This impressive feat tied the team's best playoff performance. Will Vest then stepped in to secure the win, recording the final four outs in a nail-biting ninth inning.
The game started with a controversial play in the first inning. Initially ruled out at home plate, a replay overturned the decision, tying the game at 1-1. The Tigers took an early lead when Kerry Carpenter scored on a soft single by Spencer Torkelson. They later won the game in the seventh inning, thanks to a sacrifice bunt by Zach McKinstry that allowed Riley Greene to score from third base.
Gavin Williams, the Guardians' starter, put up a strong performance, giving up only two unearned runs, five hits, and a walk in six complete innings. However, it was Skubal's dominant pitching that proved decisive. Jose Ramirez's attempt to score in the ninth inning ended in a rundown between third base and home plate, becoming the second out of the inning.
The Tigers now lead the series 1-0. Casey Mize is set to start for the Tigers in the second game, facing off against Tanner Bibee of the Guardians. Bibee has pitched well this season and has a strong record against the Tigers in 2025. The stage is set for another exciting matchup in this American League first-round series.
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