Tigers’ Cushion in AL Central Continues to Erode with Another Loss to Twins
DETROIT, MICHIGAN, AUG 6 – Detroit Tigers rely on Jack Flaherty, who has 144 strikeouts this season, to secure a vital win in the AL Central amid a tightening division race against the Minnesota Twins.
- On August 6, 2025, at Comerica Park, Detroit turns to Jack Flaherty in the decisive game after splitting the first two contests 6-3 each.
- Amid a tight AL Central race, Detroit lost two of three to Minnesota, with its lead down to six games since June 5.
- Pitching matchups could favor Detroit's right-hander, as Flaherty has sharpened his fastball command and mixed in sliders and knuckle-curves effectively.
- Detroit have won each of their last eight games against Minnesota following a loss, as their AL Central lead is down to six games.
- On Friday, Detroit opens a three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels after being off Thursday, with Kyle Hendricks possibly starting.
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