Detroit Tigers edge Tampa Bay Rays 10-9 to break losing streak
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 9:09 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Detroit Tigers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 10-9 on June 1 in St. Petersburg, Florida, ending a four-game losing streak. Despite the win, the Tigers have lost 21 of their last 26 games and remain far behind in the AL Central division. Pitcher Tarik Skubal, facing trade rumors, emphasized that winning games is essential to calming speculation about his future. The Tigers' offense showed improvement, with five home runs, which manager A.J. Hinch described as an incredible display. The team is set to activate second baseman Gleyber Torres for their next game.
- •Tigers improve to 23-38 with the victory over the Rays.
- •Skubal has a 2.70 ERA in seven starts this season.
- •Tarik Skubal responds to trade rumors, calling for more wins.
- •Tigers hit five home runs in their latest game.
- •Gleyber Torres set to return for the next matchup.
- 9:09 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Tigers takeaways: Tarik Skubal responds to trade rumors
"The Detroit Tigers beat the Tampa Bay Rays, 10-9, in the opener of three games in the series at Tropicana Field. Here are three takeaways.
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