Tigers’ Troubles Mount After Third Loss to Twins

The Minnesota Twins, despite recent trades, defeated the Detroit Tigers 9-4 for their third consecutive win, with several players collecting multi-hit games and Matt Wallner hitting his 16th home run. Detroit's rotation, previously a strength, is now a liability, highlighted by Jack Flaherty's poor outing in which he allowed six runs over 4.2 innings and now leads the American League in losses. The Tigers' bullpen and offense have also struggled, with slumping hitters and ineffective relievers contributing to their recent series loss. Rookie Luke Keaschall extended his on-base streak, energizing the Twins' home crowd. The Tigers’ division lead in the AL Central has shrunk to six games, increasing pressure on the team to recover. Both managers acknowledged the urgency for improvement as the season progresses.