Tigers Edge Twins in Thriller | MLB News

0:00It's September 8th, MLB News. Today starts now, AI powered in game ready. I'm Cory with the story. The Detroit Tigers took down the Minnesota Twins yesterday, 5-4. Riley Green was on fire, dropping three hits including a two run bomb, and Kevin McGonagall chipped in with a solo shot to seal the deal. It was a solid outing for Tigers pitcher Troy Melton, who snacked his eighth win of the season. The twins tried to make a comeback in the sixth inning. Trevor Lernik had a good game for them, hitting a homer and scoring twice. Walker Jenkins came through with a two run double that brought Minnesota within one run, but the Tigers' bullpen held strong. Kenley Jansen closed it out in the night for his 18th save this season, bringing his career total to 494. That's a lot of saves, man. Joe Ryan was back on the mound for Minnesota after being on the injured list, but he couldn't quite get the win. The Tigers managed to build a lead in the second inning thanks to some wildness from Ryan

1:00and a throwing error. Cole Keith even got hit by a pitch with the bases loaded, forcing in a run. Green's homer in the fifth really gave Detroit some breathing room. So, the Tigers get the W and the twins are left to ponder what could have been. There's still four and a half games out of a playoff spot with 18 games left to play. We'll see if they can turn things around.