After a decade-long wait, playoff baseball is finally returning to Detroit as the Tigers face the Cleveland Guardians in a crucial AL Division Series game tied at one apiece. This marks the first postseason game in Detroit since 2014, providing a new generation of fans the opportunity to experience the excitement of playoff baseball.
The Guardians have a player, Alex Cobb, making a long-awaited return to the postseason after last appearing in the playoffs in 2013. Cobb, who has battled through injuries, expressed his appreciation for being back on the big stage and is prepared to contribute to his team’s success.
Detroit tied the series with a dramatic 3-0 victory on Monday, and manager A.J. Hinch plans to utilize multiple pitchers for short stints in Wednesday’s game. The Tigers’ unconventional pitching strategy has proved successful, leading to a wild card berth and a thrilling postseason run.
Harris, the Tigers’ president of basketball operations, highlighted the team’s strong defense and bullpen while emphasizing the importance of their unique pitching approach in helping young pitchers adjust to the major league level.
While Detroit has not announced a starting pitcher for Wednesday’s game, the Guardians are preparing for any scenario, knowing they will face a different arm each time. The unpredictability of Detroit’s pitching strategy adds an additional challenge for the Guardians as they aim to take control of the series.
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