The Detroit Tigers were swept by the Cleveland Guardians in three games at Comerica Park, capped by Thursday's 4-3 defeat in extra innings.
The Tigers (43-70) — worst in the American League Central and the third MLB team to reach 70 losses — have fallen short in 23 of 30 games dating to July 9, including consecutive losses since owner Christopher Ilitch fired general manager Al Avila before Wednesday's game.
Designated hitter Kerry Carpenter finished 0-for-4 with three strikeouts and has not reached base through two games in his MLB career.