The Detroit Tigers continue to dominate on the field, with a grand slam from Harold Castro leading them to a 7-3 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays.
The game started off strong for the Tigers, with a two-run homer from Jonathan Schoop in the first inning. The Blue Jays quickly responded with a solo home run from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the bottom of the first.
But it was the fifth inning that truly sealed the deal for the Tigers. With the bases loaded, Castro stepped up to the plate and hit a grand slam, giving the Tigers a comfortable lead of 6-1.
The Blue Jays tried to make a comeback in the seventh inning, with a two-run homer from Randal Grichuk, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Tigers’ lead.
Tigers’ pitcher, Casey Mize, had a strong performance on the mound, allowing only two runs and striking out four batters in six innings. He was relieved by Jose Cisnero, who closed out the game with a scoreless ninth inning.
The Tigers’ victory marks their fifth consecutive win, putting them at a record of 36-45 for the season. They have been on a hot streak since the All-Star break, winning 10 out of their last 13 games.
On the other hand, the Blue Jays have been struggling as of late, with this loss marking their fourth consecutive defeat. They now have a record of 41-38 for the season.
The Tigers will look to continue their winning streak as they face off against the Blue Jays again tomorrow. With their strong performance and momentum, they are sure to be a tough opponent for the struggling Blue Jays.
Overall, it was a well-played game by the Tigers, with their offense and pitching coming together for a solid victory. As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see if they can maintain this level of play and potentially make a push for a playoff spot.
