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Will the Tigers' Claws Be Sharp Enough to Scratch a Win at Target Field?

As the Detroit Tigers prepare to face off against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field on April 20th, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent performance trends. The Tigers have shown resilience and capability in clutch situations, particularly evident in their last game where they turned a scoreless tie into a 5-run victory in extra innings against the Mets. Despite only hitting .125 overall, they capitalized on opportunities with a .600 average with runners in scoring position.


Aug 16, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins second baseman Edouard Julien (47) tags out Detroit Tigers third baseman Matt Vierling (8) trying to steal second base in the ninth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

The pitching staff has been nothing short of stellar, boasting an ERA of 0.00 across both starters and bullpen over ten innings while maintaining an impressive WHIP of just 0.80. The bullpen's ability to strike out batters is noteworthy as well, with a K/9 rate of over 10.


Offensively, while the team's batting average was not overwhelming in previous games, they've demonstrated power when it counts – hitting home runs and driving in crucial runs during tight moments. Their slugging percentage jumped from .219 against the Mets to .537 against the White Sox just two games prior.


Aug 16, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (23) celebrates after hitting a RBI double against the Detroit Tigers in the first inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Fielding has also been reliable for Detroit; aside from two errors committed against Chicago, they've otherwise maintained perfect fielding percentages which could be pivotal at Target Field – known for its fair share of quirky bounces and challenging sightlines.


The upcoming game promises to be an exciting one as both teams bring their strengths and strategies onto the field. Fans can catch this anticipated matchup live on April 20th at Minneapolis' renowned outdoor stadium or tune into local broadcasts for real-time coverage.


Aug 16, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Kenta Maeda (18) delivers a pitch against the Detroit Tigers in the first inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports
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