This Friday, September 4, the Detroit Tigers will take on the Cleveland Guardians in a doubleheader at Progressive Field in Cleveland. The first game is set to begin at 2:10 p.m. ET, followed by the second game at 7:15 p.m. ET. This doubleheader is particularly significant as it serves as a makeup for a previously postponed game that was originally scheduled for June 14, which was canceled due to inclement weather.
The first match of the doubleheader will be broadcast on Detroit SportsNet, while the second game will be available exclusively through Apple TV+ as part of their "Friday Night Baseball" series. Fans will need an Apple TV+ subscription and a compatible device to stream the second game.
The Tigers enter this doubleheader following a day off after a tough series against the Minnesota Twins, where they suffered a series loss. In August, Detroit struggled, finishing the month with an 11-16 record, which has significantly diminished their playoff hopes. According to recent statistics from FanGraphs, the Tigers' chances of making the postseason have dropped to below 1%. While they are not yet mathematically eliminated, their prospects for reaching the playoffs for a third consecutive year appear bleak.
As the regular season winds down with only 23 games remaining, the doubleheader presents one of the few remaining opportunities for Tigers fans to see their team in action this season. The significance of these games extends beyond the immediate competition; they also provide a chance for the team to evaluate their roster and prepare for the future.
For those looking to catch the games, here are the essential details: Game 1 will kick off at 2:10 p.m. ET, followed by Game 2 at 7:15 p.m. ET. The first game will be aired on Detroit SportsNet, while the second will be streamed on Apple TV+. Both games can also be heard on WXYT-FM 97.1.
As of now, the pitching matchups for both games have yet to be confirmed. However, it is anticipated that Tigers right-hander Keider Montero will start one of the games, although further details regarding the pitching rotation have not been disclosed.
Fans are encouraged to tune in to witness this important doubleheader, as the Tigers look to finish the season strong despite the challenges they have faced throughout the year.
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