Game 18 Preview: Tigers look to clinch series, continue win streak vs Royals

Not too long ago, it felt like the Detroit Tigers would never win again. After a five-game losing streak, the Motor City Kitties have now won four straight after taking the series opener from the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday night, 2-1. AJ Hinch and Co. have a chance to get back to the .500 mark an

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What is the story about?

Not too long ago, it felt like the Detroit Tigers would never win again. After a five-game losing streak, the Motor City Kitties have now won four straight after taking the series opener from the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday night, 2-1.

AJ Hinch and Co. have a chance to get back to the .500 mark and clinch their second straight series win on Wednesday night at Comerica Park, where they are 6-1 so far this season. The lone loss came against the St. Louis Cardinals two Sundays ago, which kicked off

the recent schneid that has since been snapped.

The Tigers have right-hander Jack Flaherty, who is still looking for his mojo in 2026, lined up for the start against fellow righty Seth Lugo, who has looked good so far this year. Here is a look at how they match up.

Detroit Tigers (8-9) vs. Kansas City Royals (7-10)

Time (ET): 6:40 p.m.
Place: Comerica Park, Detroit, Michigan
SB Nation Site: Royals Review
Media: Detroit SportsNet, MLB.TV, Tigers Radio Network

Game 18: RHP Jack Flaherty (0-1, 5.14 ERA) vs. RHP Seth Lugo (1-1, 1.53 ERA)

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