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Detroit Tigers overpower Phillies 10-2, close in on Wild Card race

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 1:21 AM

Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Detroit Tigers overpower Phillies 10-2, close in on Wild Card race

Summary

The Detroit Tigers secured a 10-2 victory against the Philadelphia Phillies on July 10 at Comerica Park, marking their sixth consecutive win. Jack Flaherty delivered a strong performance, pitching six innings while allowing just two runs. Rookie Kevin McGonigle contributed significantly with two home runs, helping the Tigers pull within three games of the final American League Wild Card spot. The Tigers rallied in the sixth inning, with a chaotic sequence leading to multiple runs, showcasing their offensive depth.

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By the Numbers

•Tigers now six games under.500 and three games from Wild Card
•Flaherty improves to 3-8 with strong six-inning outing
•McGonigle hits two homers, totaling eight for the season
•Detroit scored eight runs in a chaotic sixth inning
•Tigers have won 10 of their last 11 games

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1:21 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Tigers are Buzzing, Pull Within Three Games of Wild Card with 10-2 Win Over Phillies

What they're saying

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Jack Flaherty’s dominance and rookie Kevin McGonigle’s power surge propelled Detroit to its sixth straight victory, overcoming rain and former teammates to ignite a serious postseason push.
— Yahoo Sports

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