Tarik Skubal leads Tigers to series-clinching win over Yankees
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Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Tarik Skubal pitched six innings, allowing only one hit and striking out nine, as the Detroit Tigers defeated the New York Yankees 9-3 on July 1. This victory clinched the series for the Tigers and highlighted Skubal's dominance on the mound amid trade deadline speculation. Detroit's offense shone with back-to-back home runs from Kerry Carpenter and Riley Greene in the first inning, setting a strong early tone. The win moves the Tigers closer to contention in the American League, as they approach a critical road trip.
- •Skubal allowed one hit and struck out nine over six innings.
- •Tigers scored four runs in the first inning, aided by two home runs.
- •Detroit's offense continued to add runs throughout the game.
- •With this win, the Tigers aim for a series sweep in their next game.
- •Skubal improves to 4-4 on the season, lowering his ERA to 3.15.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Tarik Skubal Proves He's Still the Best Pitcher in the World as Tigers Clinch Series Against Yankees
"Detroit’s ace dismantled New York’s lineup with a one-hit masterclass, while back-to-back home runs fueled a dominant victory and ignited high-stakes trade deadline speculation surrounding the superstar lefty.
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