The Detroit Tigers are entering their upcoming series with the Boston Red Sox on a high note. Recently, they completed a six-game winning streak after sweeping the Kansas City Royals. This impressive run has put the Tigers at a record of 10-9, one game above .500, and just one game behind the Minnesota Twins in the American League Central Division.
In contrast, the Boston Red Sox find themselves struggling this season. Currently tied for last place in the competitive American League East, they will host the Tigers at Fenway Park. This four-game weekend series wraps up with a morning game on Monday. The Red Sox suffered a setback this week, losing two out of three games to the Minnesota Twins, adding to their disappointing start along with the Toronto Blue Jays.
How to Watch Tigers vs. Red Sox Opener
This Friday, fans can catch the action of the Tigers vs. Red Sox series opener.
Game Details
- Time: 7:15 p.m. ET
- Location: Fenway Park, Boston, MA
- TV: Apple TV
- Radio: WXYT 97.1 FM
Pitching Matchup
The starting pitchers for Friday’s game feature:
- Boston Red Sox: Ranger Suárez (1-1, 5.02 ERA)
- Detroit Tigers: Casey Mize (1-1, 3.94 ERA)
This marks the fourth start of the season for Casey Mize, who aims to set the tone after a solid 5.2-inning performance against the Miami Marlins on April 11. In that game, Mize allowed just one run while striking out five batters. His season debut also impressed, where he struck out nine against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
On the other side, Ranger Suárez, a significant free-agent pickup for the Red Sox, will take to the mound. He is coming off his best performance this season against the St. Louis Cardinals, although his earlier outings were less successful. Boston’s starting pitching has struggled, and this series will test both teams’ resilience.
Injury Updates
Injuries are impacting both teams, particularly the Tigers. Here is a summary of their current injury situation:
- 10-Day Injured List: Trey Sweeney (right shoulder strain)
- 15-Day Injured List: Justin Verlander (left hip inflammation), Bailey Horn (left elbow surgery)
- 60-Day Injured List:
- Parker Meadows (concussion, fractured left radius)
- Jackson Jobe (Tommy John surgery recovery)
- Beau Brieske (left adductor strain)
- Troy Melton (right elbow inflammation)
- Reese Olson (right shoulder surgery)
Fans are eager to see how the Tigers’ winning streak holds up against the Red Sox in this exciting series at Fenway Park.
