Tigers Win a Thriller! 
What a game, Tigers fans! It was an absolute rollercoaster, but our boys pulled through for an incredible 7-6 victory over the Kansas City Royals. Let's break down the action inning by inning!
Early Innings: Defense Holds Strong 
The game started off as a pitching duel, with neither team able to get on the board for the first two innings. Our pitchers were in fine form, striking out Royals hitters and getting some crucial outs. Parker Meadows and Riley Greene worked hard at the plate, but it wasn’t until the bottom of the third inning that things got a bit hairy for us. Bobby Witt Jr. hit a grand slam, putting the Royals up 4-0.
Clawing Back: The Tigers Strike 
Top of the 4th, we got on the board with a sacrifice fly by Trey Sweeney that scored Zach McKinstry. However, the Royals extended their lead to 5-1 in the bottom of the 4th. It looked bleak, but the Tigers weren’t done yet! The top of the 5th saw a big two-run homer from Colt Keith, cutting the gap to 5-4. Game on!
Turning the Tables: Tigers Take the Lead 
In the top of the 6th, our bats really came alive! Andy Ibáñez and Jake Rogers set the table, and pinch-hitter Wenceel Pérez delivered with a clutch double to tie the game at 6-6. Then, Matt Vierling came through with a single to bring home Pérez, giving us the lead for the first time. Tigers 7, Royals 6!
Lockdown Defense: Sealing the Win 
Our bullpen was stellar, shutting down the Royals' offense when it mattered the most. Shoutout to Alex Lange, who came in to close the game in style. The Royals threatened in the eighth, but a double play ended their hopes. The ninth inning stayed tight thanks to some great pitching from Jason Foley.
Final Thoughts: Roaring Victory 
This was a team effort from start to finish. Our hitters delivered in clutch moments, and our pitchers locked it down when it mattered the most. Special mentions to Spencer Torkelson and Zach McKinstry for their critical hits and excellent play.
Tigers fans, we can celebrate this victory as a testament to our resilience and determination. Let’s carry this momentum forward into the next game. Go Tigers!
Scoreboard for Tigers @ Royals (September 16th, 2024)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 11 | 2 |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 14 | 0 |