The Tigers were out for another chilly afternoon game, obviously grateful that the evening games got moved up as they bundled up for the final game of their six-game homestand. Jack Flaherty was on the mound for the Tigers, looking to continue a dominant season start, while Max Fried wanted to show the Yankees he was worth his massive offseason contract. It was also a battle of the buddies, as Flaherty and Fried are noted long-time friends.
Both pitchers did what they set out to do and it was a classic case of a pitchers’ duel. If you wanted another high-scoring romp, this was not the game for you.