Detroit Tigers look to extend recent surge in upcoming series

The Detroit Tigers are trying to capitalize on a five‑game winning stretch after a poor 6‑22 May, entering a three‑game series against the Minnesota Twins. The Tigers swept the Tampa Bay Rays and took two of three from the Seattle Mariners, highlighted by rookie Kevin McGonigle’s walk‑off two‑run single on Sunday. Manager AJ Hinch praised the momentum, noting the team’s need to keep winning series. Right‑hander Troy Melton (2‑0, 1.74 ERA) will start the opening game against the Twins, while Twins starter Taj Bradley (5‑2) seeks to rebound from recent struggles.

The Tigers also have a rubber match against the Seattle Mariners on June 7 at Comerica Park. Mariners ace Luis Castillo (2‑5) is scheduled to start, with Detroit’s Jack Flaherty (1‑7) taking the mound for the Tigers. The game will be available on DSN, Fubo streaming and other platforms, with betting odds favoring Seattle. Injury reports list numerous players on the 10‑day and longer injured lists for both clubs, including Mariners outfielder Will Wilson and Tigers reliever Kenley Jansen.