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Tigers edge Dodgers 2-1 behind Báez's catch and double

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 10:15 PM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Tigers edge Dodgers 2-1 behind Báez's catch and double

Summary

The Detroit Tigers topped the Los Angeles Dodgers 2-1 on August 28 at Comerica Park, leveling the series. Javier Báez's standout performance included a crucial catch in the ninth inning and a double that set up Kevin McGonigle's game-winning ground-rule single. Starting pitcher Keider Montero impressed with five strong innings, allowing just one hit. The Tigers, who had struggled recently, snapped a streak of 11 losses in 13 games. The series will continue on August 29.

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By the Numbers

•Tigers win 2-1 to even series against Dodgers.
•Javier Báez makes a key defensive play and hits a crucial double.
•Kevin McGonigle delivers the game-winning hit in the ninth.
•Keider Montero pitches five scoreless innings for Detroit.
•Tigers aim to build on this win in the next game.

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10:15 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers enjoy an El Mago-flavored win and even series vs. Dodgers

What they're saying

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Javy Báez, in his own inimitable way, helped the Tigers beat the two-time defending champion Dodgers and even the series with a 2-1 victory Saturday.
— Yahoo Sports

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