Minneapolis — Tigers manager Ron Gardenhire talked before Tuesday's game about what’s left on his to-do list over these final six games.
He talked about further evaluating Christin Stewart in left field and Dawel Lugo at second base — two players getting their first taste of the big leagues who could be in the mix for regular roles next season. He also talked about this night’s starting pitcher, Spencer Turnbull, who will have a shot at winning a rotation spot in 2019.
“His last two starts are big,” he said.
Turnbull didn’t disappoint, pitching six strong innings, holding the fort until the Tigers posted four runs in the top of the eighth inning to beat the Minnesota Twins, 4-2, on Tuesday.