Tigers Take an Early Lead
Starting the game off on the right foot, the Detroit Tigers displayed promising moments in the second inning. Wenceel Perez slapped a single to center and then stole second after Zach McKinstry's strikeout. This was followed by a crucial double from Dillon Dingler that brought Perez home, giving the Tigers an early 1-0 lead!
However, despite the strong start, we faced challenges in bringing more runners across the plate.Blue Jays Rally Back
The Blue Jays found their rhythm in the fourth and fifth innings. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette put pressure on the Tigers' defense, and an unfortunate throwing error by Javier Báez allowed the Jays to take a 2-1 lead. The fifth inning saw Guerrero Jr. and Bichette delivering critical hits that extended their lead, pushing the score to 6-1.Tigers Fight Until the End
In the sixth inning, Spencer Torkelson smashed a solo home run to left center (373 feet)
, bringing the Tigers' score to 2. Despite a spirited effort, the team could not overcome the deficit.The game's end was marked by a mix of solid Blue Jays' pitching and missed opportunities at bat for the Tigers. The final score stood at Blue Jays 6, Tigers 2.
Overall, while the Tigers showed spurts of brilliance, the Blue Jays' lineup was relentless. Despite the loss, the highlights and efforts inspire hope for the next match. Let's keep our heads up, Tigers fans!
Scoreboard for Blue Jays @ Tigers (July 25th, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 2 |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 13 | 0 |