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Tigers Shut Out at Home: Marlins Secure Narrow Victory in Extra Innings

The Detroit Tigers, with a record of 21-21, faced off against the Miami Marlins, who came into the game with a 12-32 record. In a game that extended to extra innings at Comerica Park, the Marlins edged out the Tigers with a final score of 1-0.


May 14, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Miami Marlins starting pitcher Ryan Weathers (60) delivers in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-USA TODAY Sports

Throughout the match, both teams struggled to get their offenses going. The Tigers and the Marlins each tallied just four hits over ten innings. Despite several opportunities, Detroit could not capitalize on their chances to score, leaving nine runners on base throughout the game. The team's batting average was notably low at .121 for this outing.


The pitching staff for Detroit put forth a commendable effort. The bullpen held strong with an ERA of 0.0 across two innings pitched and managed to keep their WHIP impressively low at 0.5. They faced six batters and struck out two while allowing only one hit and no walks.


May 14, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Miami Marlins starting pitcher Ryan Weathers (60) delivers in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-USA TODAY Sports

On defense, the Tigers were flawless with no errors recorded during the game and maintained a perfect fielding percentage (FPCT) of 1.0 across all positions. They turned one double play and provided eleven assists in total.


Miami's sole run came in an unexpected turn during the tenth inning when they managed to break through Detroit's defenses after both teams had been locked in a stalemate through nine innings.


May 14, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Miami Marlins starting pitcher Ryan Weathers (60) delivers in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-USA TODAY Sports

Looking ahead, fans can catch more action as the Tigers are set to host Miami Marlins again at Comerica Park on May 15th at 5:10 PM local time (Detroit). This upcoming game will be broadcasted on BSDET network for those looking to follow along live from home or elsewhere.

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