Kevin McGonigle homers in Tigers' 8-5 victory over Pirates

The Detroit Tigers secured their 61st win of the season by defeating the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-5 at PNC Park on August 17. The Tigers quickly established a lead, scoring four runs in the first inning, with Kevin McGonigle hitting a two-run home run in the second. The Tigers appeared to pull away further with a two-run single from Brett Callahan. However, the Pirates attempted a comeback in the latter innings, narrowing the gap after a bases-clearing double by Nick Yorke. Despite the pressure, Kenley Jansen closed the game, earning his 16th save of the season.

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