Detroit Tigers take off day before series against Kansas City Royals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 2:55 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The Detroit Tigers are on a day off following a 4-3 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. They prepare for a three-game road series against the Kansas City Royals starting on August 21. The Tigers have struggled recently, losing six of their last eight games, including being swept by the Chicago White Sox. With upcoming matchups against playoff contenders Tampa Bay Rays and Los Angeles Dodgers, the team needs to secure wins to maintain playoff hopes.
- •Tigers lost 4-3 to Pirates in their last game.
- •Detroit has lost six of their last eight games.
- •Next games are against the Royals from August 21-23.
- •Tigers face the Rays and Dodgers next week.
- •Detroit is 5½ games behind in the AL wild card race.
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"The Detroit Tigers have a much-needed off day before facing the Kansas City Royals in a three-game weekend series. Here's a look at their schedule.
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