The Detroit Tigers took on the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on September 25, 2025. The Tigers won the game 4-2. This result improved both teams’ records to 86-73, with the Tigers now tied for second place in the AL Central.

Brant Hurter was the winning pitcher for the Tigers, pitching 1.33 innings without giving up a run. Key performances included home runs by Jones, Pérez, and Greene, each contributing to the Tigers’ win. Parker Messick took the loss for the Guardians, allowing four runs over five innings.

The Detroit Tigers took an early lead with two runs in the first inning. They added another in the second, making it 3-0. The Guardians got on the board in their half of the second inning, scoring one run to make it 3-1. In the fourth inning, the Tigers scored again to push their lead to 4-1. The Guardians managed another run in the eighth, but it wasn’t enough. The game ended with the Tigers winning 4-2. This win places both teams at 86-73 for the season.

Brant Hurter played a key role in the Tigers’ victory. He pitched 1.33 innings, allowing just one hit and no runs. Hurter also struck out two batters, earning the win and improving his record to 3-3 with a 2.52 ERA.

For the Guardians, Parker Messick took the loss. He pitched for five innings, giving up six hits and four earned runs. Messick struck out seven batters, but the three home runs he allowed proved costly, bringing his record to 3-1 with a 2.08 ERA.

Offensively, Riley Greene was a standout for the Tigers. He contributed with a home run and an RBI. Javier Báez also made an impact, driving in one of the team’s four runs. For the Guardians, José Ramírez drove in a run and doubled, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Tigers.

What’s Next

The Tigers and Guardians now share identical records of 86-73. This win propels the Tigers to second place in the Central Division. Meanwhile, the Guardians still hold the top spot in the division due to tiebreakers. This game was crucial for both teams as they continue to battle for playoff positioning. With only a few games left in the season, every win is important. The Tigers’ win adds excitement to the race for the division title.

The Detroit Tigers head to Boston next. They start a series against the Red Sox. The first game is on Friday, September 26, at 7:10 PM at Fenway Park. They will continue with games on Saturday and Sunday.

The Cleveland Guardians will stay at home. They begin a series with the Texas Rangers. The series starts on Friday, September 26, at 7:10 PM at Progressive Field. They have games on Saturday and Sunday as well.

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