Tigers lose to Pirates 4-2 in season finale at Comerica Park

The Detroit Tigers concluded their season with a 4-2 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates on September 27, 2026. River Ryan, making a return from Tommy John surgery, started for the Tigers but was replaced in the second inning after allowing two runs. Jared Jones pitched strongly for Pittsburgh, giving up only two runs over 7.1 innings. The Tigers finally scored in the seventh inning with a home run from Kevin McGonigle and another from Eduardo Valencia, but could not close the gap. The Tigers finish the season with significant player performances and questions for the offseason.

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