Tigers squander late lead in 4-3 defeat against Pirates
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 7:40 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
The Detroit Tigers lost 4-3 to the Pittsburgh Pirates on August 19 at PNC Park. The Tigers held a 3-2 lead entering the ninth inning, but closer Kenley Jansen surrendered two solo home runs, allowing the Pirates to rally for the win. Detroit's issues in one-run games continue, with a record of 12-21 in such matchups this season. The Tigers will next face the Kansas City Royals, aiming to improve their postseason chances.
- •Tigers led 3-2 in the ninth but lost 4-3.
- •Kenley Jansen allowed two homers in the final inning.
- •Tigers are 12-21 in one-run games this season.
- •Next series against the Kansas City Royals starts soon.
- 7:40 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers choke a late lead again in crushing 4-3 loss to Pirates
"The Detroit Tigers took a 3-2 lead into the ninth inning, but Kenley Jansen allowed two solo homers to lose the game, 4-3.
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