Tigers Secure Series Win Over Orioles, 6-4 and 4-3, Take AL Wild Card Spot

Sep 22, 2024, 05:54 PM

The Detroit Tigers secured a crucial 6-4 victory over the Baltimore Orioles in a 10-inning game on September 21, 2024. The game featured significant contributions from Dillon Dingler, who hit a two-out, two-run triple, and Spencer Torkelson, who homered in the second inning. Tyler Holton pitched for the Tigers, while Anthony Santander hit a two-run home run for the Orioles. The Tigers initially took a 2-0 lead, but the Orioles fought back, tying the game with a two-run double by Gunnar Henderson in the ninth inning. The Tigers regained the lead in extra innings and ultimately won the game. This victory ended the Tigers' streak of seven consecutive losing seasons and positioned them for a potential wild-card spot. In the following game on September 22, the Tigers won 4-3, with key performances from Kerry Carpenter and Parker Meadows, and strong bullpen work that retired the final nine Orioles batters. Kenta Maeda and Colton Cowser also played pivotal roles. James McCann's home run was another highlight. This series win allowed the Tigers to take over the third AL Wild Card spot.