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Tigers Aim for Rebound Against Diamondbacks at Comerica Park

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Detroit, MI — The Detroit Tigers are looking to improve their interleague performance as they host the Arizona Diamondbacks for a three-game series starting Monday night at Comerica Park. After a mixed performance against the Toronto Blue Jays, the Tigers hope to carry momentum from a recent 10-4 victory.

Despite the win against Toronto, the Tigers have struggled recently, losing 12 of their last 14 games. They dropped three consecutive contests to the Blue Jays, who currently lead Major League Baseball. The Tigers, however, maintain a solid eight-game lead in the American League Central, ahead of the Cleveland Guardians, and aim to strengthen their position in the playoffs.

The Diamondbacks enter the series with a record of 51 wins and 55 losses, struggling to secure a Wild Card spot in the National League. They are currently six games away from playoff contention. Furthermore, Arizona has begun to part ways with some veteran players, recently trading Josh Naylor to the Seattle Mariners.

For the matchup, the Diamondbacks have left-handed pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez (5.50 ERA) taking the mound against the Tigers’ Troy Melton, who faced challenges during his MLB debut. Melton allowed six runs on seven hits, contributing to the Tigers’ concerns on the mound.

“I’m eager to see how Melton performs at home with the team under pressure,” said Tigers manager. “This series could set the tone for the rest of the season.”

The two clubs will play at 6:40 p.m. ET on Monday, with the game broadcasted via the FanDuel Sports Network. Both teams are hoping to capitalize on the matchup, given their current standings. The Tigers are favored to win, but the Diamondbacks aim to spoil their plans.

As the season approaches the trade deadline, both teams face critical decisions regarding their rosters, affecting their prospects heading into the final stretch. The Tigers hope to capitalize on their home game, while the Diamondbacks seek to prove they can compete for a playoff spot.