The Detroit Tigers are back at Comerica Park to play the Texas Rangers after finishing an interleague swing with a 5-2 victory over the Braves in Atlanta. The win prevented a sweep by the Braves.
This series against the Rangers begins a six-game homestand. The Boston Red Sox are scheduled to visit for the second leg of the homestand.
Standings and Records
The Rangers are just a half-game behind the Tigers in the standings. The Detroit Tigers are tied with the Cleveland Guardians at the top of the AL Central Division, both with a 16-16 record. The Tigers have a 10-2 home record, but are 6-14 on the road.
Detroit is 5-6 against fellow AL teams. All five of those wins occurred at Comerica Park.
Pitching Matchup: Flaherty vs. Gore
Right-hander Jack Flaherty will start for the Tigers. He struggled in his last two road appearances. Last year, on May 10, he faced Texas and allowed five runs on four hits (all home runs) in three innings.
Left-hander MacKenzie Gore will make his first appearance against the Tigers as a Ranger. Gore has struggled in his last three starts, posting a 6.14 ERA. During that stretch, he allowed 16 hits and 10 walks while striking out 17 batters.
Gore last faced the Tigers on July 2 when he was with the Washington Nationals, throwing 5 1/3 innings, allowing two runs on three hits, and striking out two.
Game Details
- Time (ET): 6:40 p.m.
- Place: Comerica Park, Detroit, Michigan
The Tigers will look to continue their strong home record as they face the Rangers in the opening game of their series.