The Detroit Tigers faced off against the Washington Nationals in Game 1 of a doubleheader, seeking to extend their impressive 53-32 record, trailing only the Los Angeles Dodgers in the MLB standings.

Tyler Holton took the mound for the Tigers, who capitalized early with a six-run first inning against Nationals' Trevor Williams. The Tigers also provided injury updates, highlighting the anticipated return of Reese Olson from a finger injury, possibly starting this Friday against the Cleveland Guardians. Olson's return is crucial as he boasts a solid 4-3 record and an ERA of 2.96. The Tigers currently rank third in the MLB with a 3.44 ERA and are aiming for a strong finish before the All-Star Break.