The Detroit Tigers are looking to improve their standings as they prepare to face the struggling Los Angeles Angels. After managing to secure a game in a recent doubleheader against the Baltimore Orioles, the Tigers are hoping to build on this momentum.
Tigers’ Recent Performance
The Tigers recently ended a tough 13-game stretch where they recorded a disappointing 2-11 record. During this period, they consistently scored four runs or fewer in each game, marking the second-longest streak of its kind in the last 50 years.
Despite a recent win, the Tigers have struggled offensively. They have hit .207 as a team in May, with only 151 hits in 728 at-bats. This unfortunate trend has positioned them with the third-lowest batting average in the majors for the month.
Facing the Angels
The Angels are currently having their own issues, winning only seven of their last 23 games. With a batting average of .225, they rank near the bottom of the league in performance. Interestingly, the Angels lead in home runs hit this season but struggle significantly with strikeouts, averaging 25.2%.
Historic Matchups
Historically, the Tigers have lost the season series against the Angels frequently, having only won it three times since 2000. This trend brings an urgency as the Tigers face a team that has historically challenged them despite their own struggles.
Upcoming Pitching Matchups
- Tuesday: Keider Montero (2-3, 3.83 ERA) vs. Jack Kochanowicz (2-3, 4.55 ERA)
- Wednesday: Casey Mize (2.47 ERA) vs. José Soriano (6-3, 2.44 ERA)
- Thursday: Jack Flaherty (0-6, 5.94 ERA) vs. Grayson Rodriguez
Challenges Ahead
The Tigers are facing not just the Angels but also their own difficulties. They aim to transcend their recent offensive woes and avoid making history for all the wrong reasons. With a record of 5-17 in May, their performance is under scrutiny as they strive to turn things around.
The upcoming series against the Angels will be crucial for the Tigers as they aim to escape the bottom of the standings and find some consistency at the plate.
