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Squirrel entertains fans during Tigers-Orioles game at Comerica Park

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 1:13 AM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Squirrel entertains fans during Tigers-Orioles game at Comerica Park

Summary

During the game between the Detroit Tigers and Baltimore Orioles on July 27, 2026, a squirrel caused a commotion at Comerica Park. The Tigers fell behind early, trailing 3-0 in the second inning and later 8-5 in the seventh. Fans cheered when the squirrel appeared on the field, escaping staff attempts to capture it. After the squirrel was finally covered with a towel and removed, the Tigers' mascot Paws held up a sign reading, "Free the Squirrel." The game is still ongoing as of the latest reports.

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Key Details

•Tigers trail Orioles 3-0 in the second inning.
•Tigers fall behind 8-5 in the seventh inning.
•Squirrel captured attention of fans during the game.
•Paws the mascot encourages fans with a "Free the Squirrel" sign.
•Game remains ongoing as the situation develops.

Latest Updates

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What they're saying

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Fans at Comerica Park witnessed another defeat for the Detroit Tigers as the Baltimore Orioles rolled into town. The two teams both sit under the.
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