Max Clark hits first MLB home run for Detroit Tigers against A's
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 3:22 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Max Clark launched his first major-league home run during the Detroit Tigers' game against the Oakland Athletics on August 1. The 21-year-old rookie hit a two-run homer off pitcher Jack Perkins in the top of the sixth inning, traveling 387 feet to right field, extending the Tigers' lead to 6-2. Just 24 hours prior, Clark made a strong debut with three hits and two doubles. This performance highlights his rapid adjustment to the majors and contributes to the Tigers' ongoing efforts in this series.
- •Clark's home run came with Spencer Torkelson on first base.
- •The homer increased the Tigers' lead to 6-2 in the sixth inning.
- •Clark debuted with three hits and two doubles on August 1.
- •Gleyber Torres also homered for the Tigers during the game.
- •Oakland's Jack Perkins was the pitcher for the home run.
- 3:22 AMYahoo Sports — Must See: Max Clark Blasts First MLB Home Run
- 3:19 AMYahoo Sports — Max Clark, Detroit Tigers rookie, hits first MLB home run against A's
"Max Clark didn’t take long to knock out a major milestone in his burgeoning Detroit Tigers career, homering in West Sacramento, California.
"Tigers rookie Max Clark launched his first MLB home run, a 387-foot two-run shot against Athletics pitcher Jack Perkins.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 3:22 AMMust See: Max Clark Blasts First MLB Home Run
Tigers rookie Max Clark launched his first MLB home run, a 387-foot two-run shot against Athletics pitcher Jack Perkins.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 3:19 AMMax Clark, Detroit Tigers rookie, hits first MLB home run against A's
Max Clark didn’t take long to knock out a major milestone in his burgeoning Detroit Tigers career, homering in West Sacramento, California.
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