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Tigers face White Sox trying to avoid home series sweep

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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Tigers face White Sox trying to avoid home series sweep

Summary

The Detroit Tigers play the Chicago White Sox in the final game of their series on Sunday afternoon at Comerica Park. The Tigers lost the second game 4-3 on Saturday, marking their second consecutive loss against the American League Central leaders. Troy Melton's strong performance came to an end, while Eduardo Valencia contributed offensively. Drew Anderson will start for Detroit, having a 3.91 ERA in 2026. The White Sox send Sean Burke to the mound, who has a 2.99 ERA and has achieved quality starts in seven of his last nine outings.

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By the Numbers

•Tigers lost game two of the series 4-3 on Saturday.
•Drew Anderson starts for the Tigers, holding a 4-4 record.
•Sean Burke pitches for the White Sox with a 2.99 ERA.
•Game time is set for 1:40 p.m. ET on Sunday.
•Tigers aim to avoid being swept at home.

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11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Tigers try to prevent home sweep vs White Sox on Sunday afternoon

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The Detroit Tigers dropped the second of a three-game home series against the American League Central-leading Chicago White Sox on Saturday afternoon, 4-3. Troy Melton’s run of dominance finally came to an end while Eduardo Valencia’s offensive output was not enough to give the home team enough firepower to prevail. Making his fifth start of […]
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