Tyler Alexander pitched yet another strong six inning start, despite some early struggles, but his efforts were wasted as the Tigers offense couldn’t get their big hits at the right time early on. As a result, despite a late rally they suffered their third straight loss, falling to the Twins 3-2. Tyler did pick up his third straight quality start, and his fifth overall in 2021, all since August 7th.
Things started a bit rough to Alexander in the first inning. Byron Buxton lead off with a single but was quickly erased on what initially called a fielder’s choice but replay showed it was a double play.