Taylor Walls and the Tampa Bay Rays have finalized a one-year contract worth $1.4 million, successfully avoiding arbitration. The agreement includes a base salary of $1.35 million for the current season and a $2.45 million option for 2026, which could increase to $2.5 million if Walls garners 450 plate appearances in 2025. Initially, Walls sought a raise to $1.575 million while the Rays countered with an offer of $1.3 million. Last season, Walls, 28, struggled offensively, hitting .183 with one home run and 14 RBIs, though he managed to steal 16 bases. Over his four-year career with the Rays, he has a .188 batting average, accumulating 18 home runs and 98 RBIs.

Justyn-Henry Malloy's late-game sacrifice fly allowed the Detroit Tigers to overcome a 3-0 deficit, securing a crucial 4-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. This win marks the Tigers' fifth consecutive triumph, keeping their postseason hopes alive as they vie for a wildcard spot.

Tigers manager A.J. Hinch praised his team's momentum, while rookie Colt Keith contributed significantly with two RBIs. The Rays took an early lead, but a determined effort from Detroit turned the tide.

Justyn-Henry Malloy's crucial eighth-inning sacrifice fly propelled the Detroit Tigers to a thrilling 4-3 comeback victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. This win keeps the Tigers in the hunt for the postseason as they aim for their first playoff appearance in a decade.

Manager A.J. Hinch emphasized the team's confidence, while rookie Colt Keith highlighted the energetic spirit within the squad. With this triumph, Detroit remains locked in a close race for the American League wild card spots.