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Keider Montero leads Tigers past Cubs to secure road series win

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Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Keider Montero leads Tigers past Cubs to secure road series win

Summary

Keider Montero struck out eight batters and allowed only one run in 5⅓ innings to guide the Detroit Tigers to a 5-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on July 22. Hao-Yu Lee hit a three-run homer, his fifth of the season, contributing significantly to the Tigers' offense. The victory marks the Tigers' fourth consecutive road series win and improves their record to 48-54. Since June 1, they have gone 26-16, placing them 4½ games behind the third wild-card spot in the American League. The Tigers will return home for a seven-game homestand, starting with four games against the Kansas City Royals.

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By the Numbers

•Tigers finish their post-All-Star road trip 4-2.
•Lee's three-run homer helped secure the win.
•Tigers have won 13 of their last 18 games.
•Montero's eight strikeouts came without any walks.
•Next game is against the Royals at home on July 24.

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2:52 AMYahoo Sports — Keider Montero mows down Cubs as Tigers take series in Chicago

What they're saying

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Detroit Tigers score: Keider Montero struck out eight Cubs while allowing just one run as the Tigers finished their post-All-Star road trip 4-2.
— Yahoo Sports

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