Tigers stun brewers in walk-off win – greene, torkelson spark rally
Spencer Torkelson delivered a dramatic walk-off home run, while Riley Greene provided a crucial two-run blast, propelling the Detroit Tigers to a 5-4 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday night. The win, a hard-fought testament to resilience, lifts Detroit to an MLB-best 10-2 record at home.
A seventh-inning collapse and a late surge
The game remained a tense back-and-forth affair until the seventh inning, when the Brewers, fueled by a double from Blake Perkins that brought Gary Sanchez and Luis Matos across the plate, surged ahead 4-3. Tarik Skubal, initially dominant, allowed four runs and seven hits in six innings – a frustrating display considering his early mastery, retiring the first 11 batters and striking out 26 of his first 32 pitches. The momentum shifted dramatically after Jahmai Jones' second home run of the year tied the game at 4.
But Detroit refused to concede. The Tigers answered with a solo shot from Torkelson, followed by a two-run homer from Greene, injecting new life into the contest and ultimately securing the win. The play highlighted Torkelson’s continued offensive prowess, adding to his two-hit performance from the previous night. Brant Hurter, a reliable presence on the mound, shut down Milwaukee in the ninth, cementing Detroit’s victory.
Key performances and upcoming matchups
Greene's two hits underscored his consistent offensive contribution, adding to the Tigers' overall offensive output. Beyond the home runs, William Contreras’ double in the fourth and Dillon Dingler’s grounder in the seventh provided critical runs. The Brewers, meanwhile, relied on Brandon Woodruff’s strong start, though he ultimately couldn’t hold the lead. Milwaukee faces the Pirates on Friday, with Paul Skenes set to take the mound. Detroit will then travel to Cincinnati to face the Reds, led by Andrew Abbott.
This victory represents a significant boost for the Tigers, demonstrating their ability to overcome adversity and capitalize on scoring opportunities. The team’s current home record is a formidable indicator of their potential for the remainder of the season.