Flaherty fronts Detroit’s mound presence with a strong repertoire, giving the Tigers a chance to contest late in games as the Yankees’ bullpen labors. His presence adds a notable challenge for a Yankee lineup seeking continuity.

Flaherty surrendered two hits over five innings in a controlled, efficient outing that steadied Detroit’s lead. It’s a reassuring sign for Detroit’s rotation as they chase the postseason, providing a quality start that complements the offense’s firepower.

Flaherty has shown limited recent wins but remains a key weapon for Detroit, having posted strong strikeout potential and late-season surge. His last seven turns include a mix of solid outings and occasional blowups, making him a speculative pick in tournaments and a potential streaming option in favorable matchups against NYY.

Flaherty has been putrid over the last month: 26 innings, 24 strikeouts, a high-4s ERA, and an elevated home-run rate. FIP and X-FIP sit in the mid-4s. The analysis suggests benching or dropping him, especially against strong lineups like the Yankees.

Flaherty joins the Tigers’ mix with a mid-4.60s ERA in this stretch, contributing a high-ceiling arm to a rotation that has mixed results. His presence adds potential wins and quality starts, alongside Melton’s bullpen flexibility, shaping Detroit’s late-season pitching plan.