Tigers score eight unanswered runs to lead Phillies 10-2 in rain-shortened game

The Detroit Tigers built a significant lead over the Philadelphia Phillies, leading 10-2 after six innings. Jack Flaherty pitched six innings with two earned runs and six strikeouts. After a rain delay, the Tigers broke the tie with an explosive sixth inning, highlighted by a two-run triple from James Outman. The teams are playing the first game of a weekend series at Comerica Park, the last before the All-Star Break.

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