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Valencia homers as Tigers sweep guardians to win series over Cleveland, improve to 8-3 in August
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· August 13, 2026
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Key takeaway In the final game of the series, the Tigers won 3-0, with Keider Montero pitching three-hit ball into the seventh inning.
The Detroit Tigers have improved their August record to 8-3 after sweeping the Cleveland Guardians. In the final game of the series, the Tigers won 3-0, with Keider Montero pitching three-hit ball into the seventh inning. The team's win was notable for being a shutout without a single strikeout, a rare feat in baseball.
The Tigers' offense was led by Eduardo Valencia, who hit his fifth home run of the season, and Dillon Dingler, who drove in the game's first run. Further details of the game are available from local news sources, including the performance of the Tigers' pitching staff and the team's overall record.
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Published: August 13, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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