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Tigers fight back but fall short against Guardians at Comerica Park

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 2:41 AM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Tigers fight back but fall short against Guardians at Comerica Park

Summary

The Detroit Tigers lost to the Cleveland Guardians, 6-4, on August 12 at Comerica Park, evening the series at one game each. Spencer Torkelson delivered a two-run double, while Gleyber Torres hit a solo homer to give Detroit a brief lead. However, the team struggled with a shaky bullpen and the absence of injured outfielder Riley Greene, who was placed on the 10-day injured list earlier in the day. Cleveland broke a 3-3 tie in the seventh with two runs, capitalizing on defensive errors. The Tigers are now 59-61 for the season and will aim to win the series finale on Thursday to improve their standing.

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Status Watch

•Tigers fall 6-4 to Guardians, evening series at one game each.
•Spencer Torkelson and Gleyber Torres contributed key hits.
•Riley Greene sidelined due to a right hamstring strain.
•Tigers bullpen struggled, allowing crucial runs in the seventh inning.
•Detroit aims to win series finale to improve season record.

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2:41 AMYahoo Sports — Tigers Show Fight But Come Up Short in Loss

What they're saying

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Spencer Torkelson’s clutch hitting and Gleyber Torres’s solo blast couldn't overcome Riley Greene’s injury absence and a shaky bullpen in a gritty divisional battle at Comerica Park.
— Yahoo Sports

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