The Tigers got their rookie starter, Alex Faedo, some early runs and responded to each push from Cleveland with good defense and some timely hits to split the two games in Cleveland with a 4-2 victory on Sunday afternoon.
For once, the Tigers got on board first in a game. Robbie Grossman got his 2021 on, drawing a leadoff walk and stealing second base to lead off the inning. Willi Castro moved him to third on a ground out, but Miguel Cabrera drilled a line drive RBI double to left, and the Tigers led 1-0.
However, Alex Faedo was as wild as Shane Bieber was early on, and gave the run right back.