The Detroit Tigers took on the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on September 9, 2025. The Tigers came out on top with a score of 12–2. This win moved the Tigers to a record of 82-62, keeping them at the top of the AL Central.

Casey Mize was the winning pitcher for the Tigers, improving his record to 13-5. Parker Meadows had a standout game, hitting a home run and driving in three runs. The Yankees’ record dropped to 80-63, placing them second in the AL East.

The Yankees took an early lead in the first inning with a home run by Aaron Judge. Cody Bellinger added another run for the Yankees in the fourth inning with a solo home run, putting them up 2-0. The Tigers responded in the fifth inning by scoring two runs, tying the game. In the seventh inning, the Tigers exploded with nine runs, taking a commanding lead. They added one more run in the eighth inning, securing a 12-2 victory. The Yankees could not score again after the fourth inning, leaving them with just two runs.

Casey Mize led the way for the Tigers on the mound. He pitched 6 innings, giving up 4 hits and 2 runs. Mize struck out 8 batters and walked none, earning the win to improve his record to 13-5.

On the offensive side, Parker Meadows had a productive game for the Tigers. He went 3-for-5 with a home run and 3 RBIs. Kerry Carpenter also chipped in with a triple and 2 RBIs, contributing to the team’s strong performance.

For the Yankees, Fernando Cruz took the loss. He allowed multiple runs during his time on the mound. Aaron Judge provided a bright spot with a solo home run, but it wasn’t enough to change the outcome.

What’s Next

The Tigers’ win improves their record to 82-62, keeping them in first place in the Central Division. With this victory, they maintain a strong position as the season nears its end. Their performance in this game further solidifies their lead in the standings. On the other hand, the Yankees fall to 80-63, placing them second in the East Division. This loss affects their chase for the top spot in their division. The head-to-head result gives the Tigers an edge in their encounters with the Yankees this season.

The Detroit Tigers will continue their series against the New York Yankees. The next game is on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 7:05 PM at Yankee Stadium. They will then face the Yankees again on Thursday before heading to Miami to play the Marlins on Friday.

The New York Yankees will also continue their series with the Tigers on Wednesday and Thursday. After that, they travel to Boston to start a new series against the Red Sox on Friday at Fenway Park. The Yankees will play the Red Sox throughout the weekend. Probable starters for the upcoming games have not been announced yet.

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