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Tigers Eye Another Triumph: Will Guardians Halt Their Charge at Progressive Field?

The Detroit Tigers are gearing up for what promises to be an electrifying encounter against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Coming off a series of games that have showcased their resilience and ability to clutch victory from the jaws of defeat, the Tigers are looking more formidable than ever.


Jul 11, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA;  Detroit Tigers second base Colt Keith (33) makes a throw in the second inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

In their recent showdown on July 14, 2024, against the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Tigers emerged victorious with a narrow 4-3 win. This game highlighted not just their offensive prowess but also a tight defense that managed to keep the Dodgers at bay despite multiple scoring opportunities. The bullpen's performance was particularly noteworthy, boasting an ERA of 0.0 over 8 innings pitched and striking out batters at a rate of 12.375 per nine innings.


Another thrilling game on July 13 saw the Tigers outlast the Dodgers in a high-scoring affair that ended in an 11-9 victory for Detroit after ten innings. The offensive line-up was explosive, racking up sixteen hits including four home runs and driving in eleven runs. This performance underscored their ability to deliver under pressure and turn games around in crucial moments.


Jul 11, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA;  Cleveland Guardians shortstop Daniel Schneemann (10) in the field in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for Detroit; they faced challenges in their game on July 12 where they narrowly lost to the Dodgers with a scoreline of 4-3. Despite this setback, there were positive takeaways from this encounter as well - notably their starter's pitching which held strong through six innings with an ERA of just 3.0.


As we look ahead to the upcoming clash with Cleveland Guardians on July 24th at Progressive Field, it's clear that both teams have much to play for. The Guardians will be keen to leverage home advantage and halt Detroit's momentum but facing a team like Tigers who've shown grit and determination across recent games won't be easy.


Jul 11, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA;  Detroit Tigers shortstop Zach McKinstry (39) celebrates after he hits a double in the fourth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

The key battle will likely come down to whether Guardian’s pitchers can contain Tiger’s hitters who have shown they can change the course of a game with just one swing of the bat. Moreover, if Tiger’s bullpen continues its dominant form as seen against Los Angeles Dodgers earlier this month, then they could very well dictate how this contest unfolds.


Fans eagerly anticipating this matchup should mark their calendars for July 24th at Progressive Field where first pitch is scheduled for 6:40 PM EDT. The action will be broadcasted live on BSDET network ensuring you don’t miss any part of what promises to be another chapter in this riveting rivalry between two teams eager to assert their dominance.

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