Tigers shut out Rangers behind strong pitching from Flaherty and Montero
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 1:38 AM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
The Tigers secured a 3-0 victory over the Rangers on July 4 at Globe Life Field. Riley Greene's two-run homer in the first inning bolstered the offense, while Jack Flaherty threw 5 2/3 scoreless innings to dominate the Texas lineup. Keider Montero recorded his first career save, closing out the game without allowing a hit. Detroit looks to clinch the series in the upcoming matchup featuring Casey Mize against Kumar Rocker.
- •Riley Greene hit a two-run home run in the first inning.
- •Jack Flaherty pitched 5 2/3 scoreless innings, allowing three hits.
- •Keider Montero earned his first career save without allowing a hit.
- •Detroit aims to win the series with Casey Mize starting next.
- 1:38 AMYahoo Sports — Tigers blank Rangers behind Jack Flaherty, Keider Montero’s first career save
"Riley Greene’s early blast fueled Detroit’s dominant shutout, while a masterful pitching performance and Keider Montero’s poised relief silenced Texas bats to secure a crucial series edge.
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