Tigers struggle in 11-2 loss to Cubs at Wrigley Field

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Tigers struggle in 11-2 loss to Cubs at Wrigley Field
Summary

The Detroit Tigers suffered an 11-2 defeat against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Tuesday night. Cubs' Framber Valdez was unable to complete a full inning, giving up six runs in the first. The Tigers rallied late with a two-run homer from Dillon Dingler, but it was not enough to overcome the early deficit. The loss followed a 10-inning victory the previous night, disrupting any momentum for Detroit. They'll seek to rebound in the final game of the series Wednesday night.

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  • Cubs scored six runs in the first inning against Valdez.
  • Dillon Dingler hit a late two-run homer in the ninth.
  • David Peterson pitched 6 2/3 scoreless innings for the Cubs.
  • Ty Madden and Zach McKinstry pitched to rest the bullpen.
  • Tigers will look for a win in the series finale Wednesday.
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Cubs All-Star centerfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong didn’t hurt the Tigers with his speed Monday night because they only let him on once.

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