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Tigers adjust lineup for critical game against White Sox

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 2:47 PM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Tigers adjust lineup for critical game against White Sox

Summary

The Detroit Tigers unveiled a new starting lineup for their important matchup against the Chicago White Sox at Comerica Park on August 15. Manager A.J. Hinch has made significant changes, placing Hao-Yu Lee in the No. 2 spot and moving Kevin McGonigle to cleanup. The Tigers, currently at 60-62, are 3.5 games behind the first-place White Sox. This game is vital as the Tigers are seeking to close the gap in the AL Central standings. First pitch is set for 1:10 p.m. ET, with pitcher Troy Melton looking to extend his strong performance, having thrown 20 consecutive scoreless innings.

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•Detroit faces Chicago with a 60-62 record, trailing by 3.5 games.
•Hao-Yu Lee moves up to the second batting spot.
•Kevin McGonigle bats fourth as the Tigers seek a win.
•Troy Melton has 20 scoreless innings in recent outings.
•First pitch scheduled for 1:10 p.m. ET.

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2:47 PMYahoo Sports — A.J. Hinch Shakes Up Lineup for Ultra-Important Matchup vs. White Sox

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The Detroit Tigers made major lineup changes for Saturday’s critical AL Central matchup against the first-place Chicago White Sox.
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Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 2:47 PM
A.J. Hinch Shakes Up Lineup for Ultra-Important Matchup vs. White Sox
The Detroit Tigers made major lineup changes for Saturday’s critical AL Central matchup against the first-place Chicago White Sox.

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