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Detroit Tigers score: Troy Melton allowed 2 runs in 5 2/3 innings, but late home runs did in the Tigers in a 5-2 loss to the Royals on Friday. See link below ⬇️ 📸 William Purnell, IMAGN IMAGES
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· August 22, 2026
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Key points Late home runs hurt the team's chances, leading to a 5-2 defeat at the hands of the Royals on Friday. Troy Melton pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowing 2 runs, but the Tigers ultimately lost.
Troy Melton pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowing 2 runs, but the Tigers ultimately lost. Late home runs hurt the team's chances, leading to a 5-2 defeat at the hands of the Royals on Friday.
The game's outcome was decided by these late home runs. Further information about the game is available through a linked source.
A photo of the game is credited to William Purnell, IMAGN IMAGES, and can be found along with more details about the loss.
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Published: August 22, 2026 ·
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