Guardians even series with 6-4 victory over Tigers on August 12
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Last updated Aug 13, 2026
The Cleveland Guardians defeated the Detroit Tigers 6-4 at Comerica Park on Wednesday, August 12, leveling the crucial three-game series. The Guardians capitalized on a five-run middle innings surge, highlighted by Jo Adell's two-run homer. Detroit initially responded to a two-run first inning with three consecutive runs but struggled to maintain their momentum. The Tigers had a late opportunity to rally in the eighth but fell short against Guardians closer Cade Smith. The teams will meet for the series finale on August 13.
- •Framber Valdez allowed six runs over 5⅔ innings for Detroit.
- •Spencer Torkelson drove in two runs as the Tigers took an early lead.
- •Cade Smith secured the win with a strikeout to end the game.
- •The series finale is scheduled for 1:10 p.m. on August 13.
- •Riley Greene was placed on the injured list with a hamstring issue.
- 1:53 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Tigers lose 6-4 to Guardians to even critical division series
"Detroit Tigers score: Framber Valdez gave up four runs on six hits and five walks in a 6-4 loss to the Cleveland Guardians on Wednesday, Aug. 13.
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