The Detroit Tigers showcased their dominance in MLB with a commanding 7-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians, marking their best record at 57-34. The highlight was a dramatic three-run homer by shortstop Trey Sweeney in the 10th inning, reaffirming their status as the league leaders. Following this win, the Tigers' triumph was amplified by a surprising 5-1 loss by the Los Angeles Dodgers to the Houston Astros. Amidst these celebrations, however, Tarik Skubal, the Tigers' All-Star and former Cy Young winner, expressed disappointment about the limited representation of his teammates in the upcoming All-Star Game, feeling that additional players from the team deserved recognition.

This performance places the Tigers as favorites to reclaim the American League Central title after a playoff appearance last season against the Guardians. Their potential showcases not only their current success but also sets the stage for an exciting postseason run.