From bad to worse: Reeling Tigers blasted again by Twins, 15-2 - The Detroit News

The Minnesota Twins defeated the Detroit Tigers 15-2 on Tuesday, September 1, marking the Tigers' 14th loss in 16 games. The game remained tied 1-1 until the fifth inning, when a throwing error by catcher Dillon Dingler helped spark a Twins rally. The collapse culminated in a nightmare sixth inning where the Twins scored 10 runs, the most the Tigers have surrendered in a single inning since 2015. Starting pitcher Troy Melton struggled during the late innings, giving up seven runs, while reliever Kyle Finnegan allowed five runs in one out. Manager AJ Hinch described the team's current state as a "full freefall," noting a lack of execution. The Tigers now hold a 63-75 record and have lost six consecutive series.

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