Detroit clinched a 2025 postseason berth with a 2-1 win at Fenway, riding timely hits and a game-saving dive by Javier Báez as Tarik Skubal prepares to start Game 1 of the wild-card series. The bullpen, paced by Keider Montero and Rafael Montero, delivered 4⅔ innings of scoreless relief, sealing the win for a club that stressed staying focused on the path ahead.

Leadership from A.J. Hinch, Scott Harris, and owner Christopher Ilitch framed the moment as a clean slate after a roller-coaster finish, with the “sum-of-the-parts” approach paying off. The Tigers advance with momentum and a roster built to thrive in a short series, ready to attack Game 1 with 0-0 stakes.

Braves dominate Detroit 10-1 as Detroit’s slide widens and division stakes loom. Morton’s command falters early, the Tigers’ offense stalls with runners left on base, and Atlanta’s bats explode behind Acuña, Albies, Olson and Kim. Spencer Torkelson’s 30th homer is a bright spot for Detroit, but the offense otherwise stalls against a steady Elder and Braves bullpen. The weekend series now feels pivotal for Detroit’s confidence and for whether their rotation can arrest a troubling streak.

Miami edged Detroit 6-4 in 11 innings after a tense extras duel that ended with a walk-off blast for the Marlins. Detroit built a 3-2 edge on an early Carpenter homer and a fifth-inning rally, only to watch Miami answer with Johnston’s sixth-inning solo shot and a dramatic late rally. Meadows and Carpenter supplied the offense for Detroit, while Will Vest and Rafael Montero fell victim to a chaotic finale. The Tigers head to Miami for the series finale hoping to turn the page.