The Detroit Tigers, once 10 games out of a playoff spot with a mere 0.2% chance of postseason play, are now on the brink of the American League Championship Series after a decisive 3-0 victory over the Cleveland Guardians.
In Game 3 of the AL Division Series, the Tigers took a 2-1 series lead, with contributions from Riley Greene, Matt Vierling, and Spencer Torkelson driving in runs. The team's pitching staff excelled, combining for a shutout and extending their scoreless streak against Cleveland to 20 innings.
With a remarkable late-season surge, the Tigers are one win away from the ALCS, sparking excitement among fans and analysts alike.