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Tigers struggle against Royals, losing fourth straight game in 3-1 loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 1:30 AM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Tigers struggle against Royals, losing fourth straight game in 3-1 loss

Summary

The Detroit Tigers faced the Kansas City Royals on August 22, losing 3-1 at Kauffman Stadium. Hao-Yu Lee's fifth-inning homer marked the only offense for the Tigers, who have now dropped four consecutive games and seven of their last eight. The loss further diminishes their chances for an AL wild-card spot, leaving them three games behind. The injury to Riley Greene continues to affect the Tigers' performance, contributing to their recent struggles. The teams meet again on August 23 for the series finale, with a bullpen game planned for the Tigers.

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By the Numbers

•Royals score two homers and add a run from a wild pitch.
•Drew Anderson makes sixth start after transitioning from the bullpen.
•Tigers fall to three games behind the final AL playoff spot.
•Andrew Sears expected to make his MLB debut in series finale.
•Daniel Lynch IV will start for the Royals in the next game.

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1:30 AMYahoo Sports — Tigers offense stymied by Michael Wacha for 3rd time in 2026

What they're saying

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Detroit Tigers score: Hao-Yu Lee's 5th-inning homer was all the Tigers mustered as they lost their fourth straight and seventh in eight games.
— Yahoo Sports

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