Zach McKinstry sparked Detroit's 7-5 comeback over Kansas City on CMU Night, homering in the third and rallying the Tigers with base work in the seventh for a go-ahead score. He went 3-for-4, nearly completing the cycle, and fueled a team-wide aggressive mindset that defines Detroit’s 2025 aura. Javy Baez chipped in with a clutch hit, while the club leaned on McKinstry’s speed and fearless baserunning as part of a standout season that has him among Detroit’s most valuable non-star contributors.

The night underscored Detroit’s DNA: grit, speed, and opportunism. Hinch teased future celebrations for Spencer Torkelson, hinting at more themed nights to come, while McKinstry’s performance served as a blueprint for how this lineup plans to win games on the margins. It was a moment that amplified the Tigers’ identity and showcased McKinstry’s career-best form in 2025.