The Detroit Tigers are currently tied for an American League wild-card position with an 80-73 record but remain outside playoff contention due to the Minnesota Twins holding the head-to-head tiebreaker. Despite beginning the season as underdogs and trading away key players at the deadline, the Tigers have surged, winning eight of their last ten games. Their bullpen has been a standout, boasting a 3.56 relief ERA, which ranks third in the AL. Additionally, the Tigers' young roster has contributed significantly, with rookies hitting 44 of the team's 156 home runs this season. As they face the Baltimore Orioles in a crucial series, the team is aware that even winning all remaining games might not guarantee a playoff spot. Historically, only one team has made the playoffs after being eight games under .500 in August, highlighting the Tigers' challenging path ahead.