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Tigers host Athletics in series opener at Comerica Park

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Last updated Jul 7, 2026

Tigers host Athletics in series opener at Comerica Park

Summary

The Detroit Tigers open a three-game series against the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night at Comerica Park. Detroit comes off a successful road trip, winning five of six games, including a sweep of the Yankees. The Tigers currently sit at 40-50, while the Athletics have a 41-49 record. This matchup features Tarik Skubal facing J.T. Ginn in the opener, with each team looking to bolster their standings before the All-Star break.

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By the Numbers

•Tigers are 40-50 heading into the series
•Greene leads the offense with strong recent performances
•Skubal and Ginn to start Tuesday's opener
•Athletics have lost seven of their last eight games
•Detroit swept the Yankees in their last series

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3:00 AMYahoo Sports — Tigers Face The Athletics as the All-Star Break Lingers

What they're saying

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The Detroit Tigers come back to Comerica Park with their best stretch of baseball in weeks behind them and a six-game homestand ahead before the All-Star break. After taking five of six on the road against the Yankees and Rangers, Detroit opens a three-game series against the Athletics on Tuesday night with a chance to keep turning a frustrating season into something more competitive before the trade deadline conversation gets louder.
— Yahoo Sports

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