In cold conditions at Comerica Park, the New York Yankees edged the Detroit Tigers 4-3, avoiding a sweep in their three-game series. A standout performance came from pitcher Max Fried, who struck out 11 batters over seven shutout innings, effectively giving New York's bullpen a much-needed break. Ben Rice, stepping in for the sidelined Giancarlo Stanton, contributed a two-run homer that bolstered the Yankees' lead.

The Yankees held a commanding 4-0 lead going into the ninth, but things got tense as closer Devin Williams faced struggles. Williams allowed two singles and two walks, leading to three runs being charged against him. Despite needing 33 pitches to secure the final out, Mark Leiter Jr. saved the game with the tying run at second base. Williams' start to the season has been rocky, with five runs allowed in three innings and a significant drop in the effectiveness of his crucial changeup, the 'Airbender'.