Detroit Tigers complete series sweep of Athletics with 11-0 win
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Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Detroit Tigers defeated the Oakland Athletics 11-0 on August 2 at Sutter Health Park, completing a three-game series sweep. Rookie Eduardo Valencia contributed significantly by driving in four runs, while Keider Montero maintained control on the mound, throwing six scoreless innings. This victory marked the first season sweep of the Athletics by the Tigers since both teams joined the American League in 1901. The Tigers, now just 2.5 games out of the wild-card spot, will face the Seattle Mariners next.
- •Eduardo Valencia drove in four runs for the Tigers.
- •Keider Montero pitched six scoreless innings against the Athletics.
- •The Tigers achieved a historic six-game season sweep of the Athletics.
- •Detroit is 2.5 games behind the final wild-card position.
- •Next, the Tigers will visit the Seattle Mariners.
- 11:35 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Tigers keep pounding for first-ever season sweep of Athletics
"Detroit Tigers score: Rookie Eduardo Valencia drove in 4 runs and Keider Montero threw six scoreless innings vs. the Athletics on Sunday.
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