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Tarik Skubal struggles as Tigers fall to Phillies in 5-0 loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 8:36 PM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Tarik Skubal struggles as Tigers fall to Phillies in 5-0 loss

Summary

The Detroit Tigers lost 5-0 to the Philadelphia Phillies on July 12 at Comerica Park, marking their second straight defeat. Tarik Skubal allowed two runs over five-plus innings but was outperformed by Zack Wheeler, who pitched six shutout innings and struck out 10. The Tigers managed only two hits against Wheeler and failed to capitalize on scoring opportunities. Skubal's solid outing included five strikeouts but was marred by a four-run sixth inning after he was relieved. The Tigers enter the All-Star break trailing in the wild-card chase.

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By the Numbers

•Tarik Skubal gives up two runs in five-plus innings.
•Zack Wheeler pitches six innings, allowing no runs.
•Tigers only record two hits against Phillies pitching.
•Reliever Keider Montero struggles in the sixth inning.
•Tigers face the Angels after the All-Star break.

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8:36 PMYahoo Sports — Tarik Skubal comes up short in battle of aces as Tigers drop 2nd straight

What they're saying

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Detroit Tigers score: Tarik Skubal gave up two runs in five-plus innings, but couldn't match Phillies ace Zack Wheeler, who dominated for 6 innings.
— Yahoo Sports

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