Tigers hit three home runs in series opener against Nationals
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Last updated Sep 22, 2026

The Detroit Tigers secured a 9-2 victory over the Washington Nationals on September 21, 2026, at Comerica Park. Rookie River Ryan made his debut, pitching three scoreless innings before being replaced. The Tigers took an early lead and extended it significantly with home runs from Javier Baez, Ben Malgeri, and Spencer Torkelson. This win marks a strong start to their three-game series against the Nationals as the season nears its end.
- •Ben Malgeri and Spencer Torkelson each hit home runs.
- •River Ryan debuted with three scoreless innings pitched.
- •Tigers scored seven runs in the fourth and fifth innings.
- •Game was played at Comerica Park in Detroit.
- 1:03 AMYahoo Sports — Tigers launch three homers in series-opening win
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