Tigers score eight runs to shut out Astros behind Montero's strong outing

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Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Tigers score eight runs to shut out Astros behind Montero's strong outing
Summary

The Detroit Tigers defeated the Houston Astros 8-0 on June 26 at Comerica Park, snapping a three-game losing streak. Keider Montero pitched seven scoreless innings, striking out three while allowing five hits. The Tigers' offense came alive with eight runs in the third and fourth innings, highlighted by home runs from Kerry Carpenter, Colt Keith, and James Outman. The win sets the stage for the third game of the four-game series, featuring Tigers pitcher Framber Valdez against his former team on June 27.

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  • Tigers' offensive output included three home runs in two innings.
  • Keider Montero improves to 4-5 with a season ERA of 3.39.
  • James Outman contributed a three-run homer in the fourth inning.
  • Tigers next face Astros on June 27, with Framber Valdez starting.
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  • 1:20 AMYahoo SportsTigers' bats wake up to back Keider Montero gem in win over Astros
  • 1:15 AMYahoo SportsTigers shut out Astros thanks to Keider Montero and hot bats
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Detroit Tigers score: Keider Montero threw 7 scoreless innings and three Tigers homered off Houston Astros starter Spencer Arrighetti on Friday.

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