Tigers Face Mariners in Crucial Game 3 of ALDS

DETROIT — The Detroit Tigers are back at Comerica Park for Game 3 of the American League Division Series against the Seattle Mariners this afternoon. The series is currently tied at 1-1.

Kerry Carpenter will lead off for the Tigers in today’s game, which starts at 4:08 p.m. ET. Tigers manager A.J. Hinch emphasized Carpenter’s importance, stating, “He gets circled no matter where I put him. I’ve put him first, second, third, I think fourth.”

Carpenter excelled in the series opener, hitting a critical two-run homer against Mariners pitcher George Kirby. That home run helped the Tigers secure a 3-2 victory in Game 1, bringing them to the brink of a crucial win, while the Mariners struggled with injuries that have affected their roster.

For today’s matchup, Tigers right-hander Jack Flaherty is set to pitch against Mariners starter Logan Gilbert, who has a 6-6 record with a 3.44 ERA this season. Hinch also noted that there will be several players available off the bench, including catcher Jake Rogers and infielders Trey Sweeney and Andy Ibáñez.

The Tigers aim to take a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five series, while both teams prepare for a high-stakes matchup. The winner will have a significant advantage going forward as the postseason continues.

This story will be updated as the game progresses.