With a chance to extend their one-run lead, the Detroit Tigers didn't miss. Not against AL Central rival Cleveland. Not against right-handed reliever Nick Wittgren, who replaced starter Zach Plesac.
The Tigers sent eight batters to the plate in the seventh inning and added three runs, to secure a 5-2 win over the Indians on Saturday at Comerica Park. AJ Hinch improved to 2-0 as Detroit's manager, and Bryan Garcia got a four-out save.
During the seventh, Jeimer Candelario (double), Jonathan Schoop (sac fly) and Nomar Mazara (single) each drove in a run.