Tigers rally comes up short as Detroit falls to Twins in series opener

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (WKZO AM/FM) – The Detroit Tigers scored two runs in the ninth inning before Robbie Grossman struck out to end the game with the game-tying run at first during a 3-2 loss to the Twins at Target Field last night.

Akil Baddoo and Jonathan Schoop hit back-to-back RBI singles in the ninth to drive in Detroit’s only two runs.

Tyler Alexander had a strong start, allowing just one run over six innings, but he was tagged with his fourth loss.

Casey Mize gets the start in Minneapolis tonight. The opening pitch is scheduled for 7:40 p.m. EDT.