Tag: Detroit Tigers

The Kansas City Royals won two of three games against the Detroit Tigers this weekend, highlighted by Kyle Isbel's walk-off hit and Bobby Witt Jr.'s inside-the-park home run. The Tigers salvaged the final game 6-3, ending a five-game losing streak. The Royals will next face the White Sox in Chicago.

Wenceel Pérez hit a pivotal home run in the eighth inning, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 2-1 win over the Kansas City Royals, extending their winning streak to five games. Pitcher Kyle Finnegan earned the victory, while closer Kenley Jansen secured the save. Both teams showcased strong pitching performances throughout the match.

Kenley Jansen achieved his 479th career save, placing him third on MLB's all-time list, as the Detroit Tigers defeated the Kansas City Royals 2-1. The Tigers rallied late with key plays in the eighth inning, including a wild pitch and an RBI double by Dillon Dingler, while reliever Will Vest earned the win.

The Detroit Tigers overcame a 3-0 deficit to defeat the Kansas City Royals 5-3, thanks to strong hitting and bullpen performance. Royals starter Seth Lugo struggled, while the Tigers' key players provided essential doubles and a homer. The win keeps Detroit in wild-card contention as Kansas City's playoff hopes diminish.

The Detroit Tigers edged the Kansas City Royals 1-0 on June 2, 2025, claiming their 14th series win. Zach McKinstry's third-inning triple led to the game's only run, benefiting from a wild pitch by Kris Bubic. Despite strong pitching by both teams, Royals struggled offensively, leaving eight runners stranded.

Bobby Witt Jr. hit a crucial sacrifice fly in the 10th inning, leading the Kansas City Royals to a 4-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers, ending a six-game losing streak. The Royals, now 9-14, overcame a late-game tie after establishing an early lead. Detroit fell to 12-11.

Riley Greene emerged from a slump with three hits and two RBIs, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 6-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals. Spencer Torkelson also shone with two hits and three RBIs. Reese Olson pitched five scoreless innings, while the Royals continue to struggle, losing their fourth consecutive game.

The Kansas City Royals captured the second American League wild card spot with a 4-2 win over the Atlanta Braves, who now face the New York Mets to determine their playoff status. Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. won the AL batting title, and they will play the Baltimore Orioles in a series starting October 1.

Tarik Skubal's strong performance propelled the Detroit Tigers to a 4-2 win over the Kansas City Royals, achieving a series sweep. Riley Greene's late home run and Skubal's five wins elevated Detroit's playoff hopes, while the Royals faced their first home sweep of the season, falling behind in the wild-card race.

Parker Meadows' broken-bat single in the 10th inning led the Detroit Tigers to a 3-1 win over the Kansas City Royals, maintaining their wild-card chase. Strong pitching and defensive plays characterized the game, with the Royals attempting to avoid a series sweep in the final matchup against the Tigers.

The Detroit Tigers secured a 7-6 victory over the Kansas City Royals, inching closer to the American League wild-card spot. Colt Keith's home run and Matt Vierling's RBI were pivotal. Wenceel Pérez's double aided Detroit's comeback. The Royals missed scoring chances, leading to their defeat. The next game is set for Tuesday evening at Kauffman Stadium.

MJ Melendez's pinch-hit three-run home run in the ninth inning secured a thrilling 3-2 victory for the Kansas City Royals over the Detroit Tigers. This win marked the Royals' sixth victory in seven games. The Tigers struggled in their recent homestand, ending with a 2-7 record. The Royals will face the Boston Red Sox next, with Brady Singer and James Paxton as the starting pitchers.