The Detroit Tigers extended their winning streak to five straight games on Wednesday night with a 2-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals at Comerica Park. They also improved to a robust 7-1 at home so far this season.
On Thursday afternoon, the Motor City Kitties have a chance to sweep their second straight series with a win over their American League Central rivals. On the topic of the division, Detroit (9-9) is currently third in the standings, with the Minnesota Twins (11-8) and Cleveland Guardians
(10-9) ahead, respectively, while the Royals (7-11) and Chicago White Sox (6-11) trail behind.
On the hill for the Tigers is right-hander Keider Montero, who has looked sharp so far in his first two starts, while the Royals send lefty Kris Bubic to the bump. The last time K.C.’s southpaw faced the Olde English D, he tossed seven innings of one-run ball on four hits and two walks while striking out nine in a 1-0 loss on June 1, 2025.
Here is a look at how the two hurlers match up on Thursday.
Detroit Tigers (9-9) vs. Kansas City Royals (7-11)
Time (ET): 1:10 p.m.
Place: Comerica Park, Detroit, Michigan
SB Nation Site: Royals Review
Media: Detroit SportsNet, MLB.TV, Tigers Radio Network
Game 19: RHP Keider Montero (1-1, 1.74 ERA) vs. LHP Kris Bubic (2-1, 2.50 ERA)
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BUBIC
