On September 30, 2025, the Detroit Tigers played against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. The Tigers won the game 2–1. Tarik Skubal was the winning pitcher for the Tigers.

Spencer Torkelson and Zach McKinstry each had an RBI for Detroit. The Tigers improved their position in the AL Central with this win. The weather was clear and hot, with a temperature of 100 degrees at the time of the game. The Guardians’ Gavin Williams took the loss.

The Tigers scored first in the opening inning. Spencer Torkelson drove in a run to give Detroit an early lead. The Guardians answered in the fourth inning when Gabriel Arias brought home a run, tying the game at one. In the seventh inning, the Tigers regained the lead. Zach McKinstry hit a crucial RBI, putting Detroit ahead 2-1. The Guardians couldn’t score again, and the Tigers held on for the win.

Tarik Skubal played a key role for the Tigers. He pitched 7.67 innings, allowing only one run and striking out 14 batters. His strong performance helped secure the win for the Tigers.

Spencer Torkelson and Zack McKinstry contributed to the Tigers’ offense with one RBI each. Riley Greene hit a double, adding to the team’s efforts on the field. Javier Báez also added to the batting strength with two hits.

For the Guardians, Gavin Williams took the loss. He pitched six innings, allowing two runs but neither was earned. Gabriel Arias drove in the only run for the Guardians, while José Ramírez and Kyle Manzardo each added a hit.

What’s Next

The Tigers’ win over the Guardians gives them a 0-0 record, placing them in second in the Central division. The Guardians, also with a 0-0 record, remain first in the same division. Despite the identical records, the Tigers’ win in this game could be important in the standings. This game was the first meeting of the season between these teams. The result may set the tone for future games. The standings in the Central division are tight, and each game can influence the final rankings.

The Detroit Tigers will continue their series against the Cleveland Guardians. Their next game is on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 1:08 PM. The game will be held at Progressive Field, and the Tigers will be the away team.

The Cleveland Guardians will also continue their series against the Tigers. They will play again on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 1:08 PM. This game will take place at Progressive Field, where the Guardians will play as the home team.

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