Introduction to the Game
CHICAGO (AP) — Rookie Troy Melton allowed one hit in five innings and three Detroit Tigers relievers maintained a shutout of the Chicago White Sox in a 1-0 win on Wednesday.
Series Win for the Tigers
It was a series-clinching win for the Tigers, who advanced to 70-52 and extended a narrow lead over the Cleveland Guardians in the AL Central.
Recent Performance
The Tigers are just 11-14 since the All-Star Break, while the division-rival Guardians are 16-7 in that stretch.
Melton’s Performance
Melton (3-1, 2.82 ERA) threw 56 pitches over five innings. The 24-year-old struck out six batters.
Notable Moments in the Game
Luis Robert Jr. hit a leadoff double in the fifth inning, but Melton responded with three consecutive swinging strikeouts to end his day. Since giving up six earned runs to the Pittsburgh Pirates in his July 23 debut, Melton has been responsible for just one run in four appearances.
Relief Pitching
Tigers relievers Sawyer Gipson-Long, Kyle Finnegan and Will Vest combined to allow one hit over the final four innings. Vest picked up his 18th save of the season.
Scoring the Winning Run
Wenceel Pérez hit a bases-loaded sacrifice fly in the sixth inning off Martín Pérez (1-2, 3.09), who surrendered three hits and two walks over 3 1/3 innings.
Starting Pitching
Chicago starter Shane Smith held Detroit to two hits in five innings and threw five strikeouts.
Key Moment
Pérez’s sacrifice fly brought Kerry Carpenter home for the game’s first and only run.
Key Stat
Carpenter was the lone player on either team to log a multi-hit game. The outfielder went 2-for-4.
Up Next
The Tigers head to Minnesota for a four-game series against the Twins on Thursday, with Tarik Skubal (11-3, 2.35 ERA) on the mound.
Conclusion
The win marked an important series victory for the Tigers, maintaining their lead in the AL Central. With solid performances from their rookie pitcher and relief pitching, the team looks to continue their momentum in upcoming games.
FAQs
Q: Who was the winning pitcher in the game?
A: Troy Melton was the winning pitcher, allowing one hit in five innings.
Q: What was the final score of the game?
A: The final score was 1-0 in favor of the Detroit Tigers.
Q: Who hit the sacrifice fly that scored the winning run?
A: Wenceel Pérez hit the bases-loaded sacrifice fly that brought Kerry Carpenter home for the game’s only run.
