Kenley Jansen performs well as Tigers’ closer with recent streak
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 2:12 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Kenley Jansen, the closer for the Detroit Tigers, entered Friday’s game against the San Francisco Giants with one run allowed in his last ten appearances. After struggling earlier this season and suffering an injury, Jansen has improved significantly since mid-June. In a recent statement, he emphasized the need for both personal and team accountability amidst roster changes following the trade deadline. Jansen, who signed a one-year deal worth $9 million, aims to lead the bullpen and push for postseason success. The Tigers also announced updates on injured players as they prepare for the Giants.
- •Jansen has allowed one run in his past ten appearances.
- •Detroit faces roster challenges with the loss of Skubal and Mize.
- •Jansen signed a one-year, $9 million deal this offseason.
- •Manager A.J. Hinch praised Jansen's leadership and performance.
- •Tigers announce injury updates for Brant Hurter and Wenceel Perez.
- 2:12 AMYahoo Sports — Kenley Jansen said he had to be better as Tigers closer; he has been
- 2:12 AMYahoo Sports — Kenley Jansen said he had to be better as Tigers closer; he has been.
"Kenley Jansen entered Friday's series opener against the San Francisco Giants having allowed just one run in his past 10 appeaances.
"Kenley Jansen entered Friday's series opener against the San Francisco Giants having allowed just one run in his past 10 appeaances.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 2:12 AMKenley Jansen said he had to be better as Tigers closer; he has been
Kenley Jansen entered Friday's series opener against the San Francisco Giants having allowed just one run in his past 10 appeaances.
- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 2:12 AMKenley Jansen said he had to be better as Tigers closer; he has been.
Kenley Jansen entered Friday's series opener against the San Francisco Giants having allowed just one run in his past 10 appeaances.
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