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Guardians' Ninth Inning Push Seals Victory Over Tigers at Comerica Park

The Cleveland Guardians improved their record to 80-71 with a decisive 4-0 victory over the Detroit Tigers, who now stand at 85-67. The game, held under the lights at Comerica Park, saw the Guardians capitalize on late-game opportunities to secure their win.


Sep 17, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Cleveland Guardians left fielder Steven Kwan (38) steals second base while  Detroit Tigers shortstop Trey Sweeney (27) tries to tag him out during the ninth inning at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-Imagn Images

First Inning


The opening innings were marked by a defensive standoff as both teams struggled to find their rhythm. The Guardians and Tigers each managed only one hit in the first two innings, setting a tone of cautious play. Cleveland's pitching staff was particularly effective in keeping Detroit's hitters off balance.


Third Inning


Cleveland broke through in the third inning with José Ramírez leading an offensive charge that resulted in one run from one hit. This early lead put pressure on Detroit's defense and set the stage for further scoring opportunities.


Sep 17, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Cleveland Guardians left fielder Steven Kwan (38) looks on during an at bat in the third inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-Imagn Images

Sixth Inning


In the sixth inning, Cleveland extended its lead with another run from two hits. Steven Kwan played a crucial role during this period, contributing significantly to maintaining momentum for his team.


Ninth Inning


The ninth inning proved pivotal as Cleveland added two more runs from two hits, effectively sealing their victory over Detroit. The Tribe’s bullpen showcased remarkable control throughout the game, allowing no runs and only four hits overall against them.


Sep 17, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Tigers right fielder Kerry Carpenter (30) reacts after being called safe at second base during the seventh inning at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-Imagn Images

Detroit’s offense struggled against Cleveland’s pitchers all night long; they were unable to score despite having several chances throughout different innings. Their inability to capitalize on these opportunities ultimately led them to finish without any runs scored.


For fans looking forward to more action-packed games featuring these teams: mark your calendars for September 18th when they meet again at Comerica Park at 1:10 PM EDT; tune into CLEG network for live coverage of what promises another exciting matchup between these rivals!


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