Tigers Fall Despite Carpenter’s Grand Slam

The Detroit Tigers fell short again, dropping a 6-8 decision to the Astros despite a strong offensive showing highlighted by Kerry Carpenter’s 12th-inning grand slam and a total of 11 hits. But the bullpen couldn’t hold the late lead, surrendering four runs in the 7th and 8th innings — a troubling trend as the team continues to struggle with runners in scoring position, leaving nine stranded. With 15 hits allowed and two errors, the defense couldn’t keep up. The Astros chipped away steadily, and the Tigers’ pitching woes persist. Sunday’s finale sees Jack Flaherty potentially returning for Detroit against hometown hero Hunter Brown for Houston. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e9b69adcb832d77c