Minneapolis — It's not apathy. The Tigers haven't checked out on the season. They show up to the ballpark every day, put in their work and prepare to win a game just as they would if they were still in the playoff race.
But even the most proud and conscientious team would struggle to maintain its competitive fire playing from deep and early deficits night after night.
The Twins, who remain a game out of the second wild-card spot, scored six runs in the first two innings off lefty Kyle Lobstein and beat the Tigers 7-1.