The Detroit Tigers defeated the Minnesota Twins with a 9-2 victory on Wednesday evening at Target Field in Minneapolis. The Tigers' offense was on fire, highlighted by a crucial Carson Kelly grand slam in the third inning, driving home Riley Greene, Colt Keith, and Matt Vierling. Riley Greene excelled at the plate, going 3-for-4 with a home run, triple, and two RBIs. Wenceel Perez also contributed with a solo blast, helping the Tigers in their continued push in the MLB standings. The Tigers offense hit four home runs and three triples in the ball game – the first time that’s happened in Detroit Tigers history since 1906.Pitcher Keider Montero turned in a solid performance, allowing just two earned runs over six and a third innings while the bullpen kept the Twins at bay. With this win, the Detroit Tigers showcased their resilience and featured prominently in MLB news as they look to build on this momentum.

Detroit Tigers Records

Detroit Tigers Overall 39-47

Detroit Tigers Home 19-22

Detroit Tigers Away 20-25

AL Cent Standings

Cleveland Guardians 53-31

Minnesota Twins 48-37

Kansas City Royals 47-40

Detroit Tigers 38-47

Chicago White Sox 25-63

Detroit Tigers Schedule

Thursday @ Minnesota Twins

Friday @ Cincinnati Reds

Saturday @ Cincinnati Reds

Sunday @ Cincinnati Reds

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MLB News:

Twins' Royce Lewis exits vs. Tigers with left groin tightness: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/40485438/twins-royce-lewis-exits-game-vs-tigers-left-groin-tightness

Mets' Harrison Bader exits after crashing into outfield wall: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/40485050/mets-harrison-bader-exits-nationals-crashing-outfield-wall

Texas Rangers hold Corey Seager out of 2nd straight game: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/40484990/texas-rangers-hold-corey-seager-2nd-straight-game

Diamondbacks place LHP Jordan Montgomery (knee) on IL: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/40484718/arizona-diamondbacks-put-jordan-montgomery-il-right-knee-inflammation

Johnny Cueto opts out of minor league contract with Rangers: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/40484462/johnny-cueto-opts-minor-league-contract-rangers

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Detroit Tigers Coaching Staff:

Manager: AJ Hinch

Bench Coach: George Lombard

Hitting Coach: Keith Beauregard

Hitting Coach: Michael Brdar

Pitching Coach: Chris Fetter