Tigers struggle in 4-1 loss to Pirates at PNC Park
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:52 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
The Detroit Tigers fell 4-1 to the Pittsburgh Pirates on August 18 at PNC Park. Despite a solo home run by rookie Brett Callahan, the Tigers were unable to build on their brief lead. Starting pitcher Keider Montero struggled in the fifth inning after a strong start, allowing three runs over five innings. Braxton Ashcraft held the Tigers to just five hits over eight innings, effectively neutralizing their offense. The Tigers now sit at 61-65 and will look to even the series in a rubber match on August 19.
- •Brett Callahan hit a solo home run in the fifth inning.
- •Keider Montero allowed three runs in a shaky fifth inning.
- •Braxton Ashcraft pitched eight innings, surrendering five hits.
- •Tigers aim to secure the series in the rubber match on August 19.
- •Tigers' record drops to 61-65 after the defeat.
- 12:52 AMYahoo Sports — Tigers mystified at the plate in speedy 4-1 loss to Pirates
"Detroit Tigers score: The Pittsburgh Pirates dominated on the mound in a 4-1 victory over the Tigers.
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