Tigers Come Up Short in an Action-Packed Game Against the Mets
What a roller coaster of emotions for Detroit Tigers fans today! Despite some spectacular moments from our key players, the Tigers fell short against the New York Mets, losing 10-8. But let's focus on the highlights that kept us on the edge of our seats!
Early Fireworks and Heroics
Jahmai Jones got the game started with a bang, hitting a tremendous solo home run in the bottom of the 1st, sailing 429 feet into the left field stands.
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Not to be outdone, Wenceel Pérez hit a two-run shot to left field in the 3rd inning to put us ahead 3-2. His 411-foot blast brought Gleyber Torres home and had the fans roaring with excitement. Back and Forth Battle
The Mets put pressure on us by responding with their own offensive bursts, but the Tigers showed resilience. In the fourth, Zach McKinstry tripled to right field, pulling us closer, and Jones put another point on the board with a single right after. The comeback in the 5th was intense, as Spencer Torkelson scored on a wild pitch, tying the game 6-6!
Fighting Till the End
Despite the Mets pulling ahead, our Tigers weren't done. In the 7th, McKinstry brought in Riley Greene with a powerful single, and Jones shined again with a double in the 8th, eventually scoring to keep us in striking distance at 8-10. However, the final innings saw solid Mets pitching that sealed the game, even with our efforts to rally back.Though a tough loss at home, our boys showed heart, and we can't wait to see them roar back stronger in the next game! Go Tigers!
Scoreboard for Mets @ Tigers (September 1st, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 14 | 1 |
| 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 8 | 0 |