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Tigers' chance at triple play thwarted by umpire's ruling

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Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Tigers' chance at triple play thwarted by umpire's ruling

Summary

During a recent game, the Tigers missed an opportunity for a triple play in the second inning against the Pirates. With runners on first and second and no outs, third baseman Kevin McGonigle caught a line drive but the third-base umpire ruled it a catch only after the ball had touched the ground. McGonigle acted instinctively to throw to first base for a double play, unaware of the umpire's call that prevented a triple play. The situation was compounded by center fielder Max Clark's catch later in the inning, helping the Tigers secure an 8-5 victory. McGonigle expressed confusion about the review process after the play.

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By the Numbers

•Tigers had runners at first and second, no outs.
•McGonigle caught a line drive but umpire ruled it trapped.
•He attempted a double play instead of a triple play.
•Clark's catch secured the inning for the Tigers.
•Tigers won the game 8-5.

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What they're saying

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It got lost in all the middle-inning drama Monday night, but the Tigers had a golden chance to turn a triple play in the second inning of their win.
— Yahoo Sports

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