The Tigers had a late-season run and clinched the playoffs in a 50-game span.
The Tigers gained lots of interest shortly after losing. It turns out the Tigers used an uncommon tactic with their pitching staff to help them win ball games.
Who were the significant players?
The Tigers had a somewhat low player salary compared to other teams. With having what some would say “not as good of players” they still competed and made a name for themselves. Some key players were Skubal, Olson, Mize, Foley and Holton. They were the heart of the team and Larry Lage said “Detroit was 55-63 on Aug. 10 — 10 games out of the last wild card — and then went 31-11. During that stretch, the Tigers have the lowest ERA in baseball and the largest run differential,” said Larry Lage a journalist of apnews.com
What is the big deal about their late season?
The Tigers were a hot commodity. The tiger drew attention because they were playing winning ball and were on a roll, seen as the underdog. So lots of people became interested. According to apnews.com, the Tigers were the hottest team in baseball. Being 10 games back in August, they got hot to clinch. The Tigers were the AL Central Wildcard. Players explain how baseball is wild and things can go good and bad and that’s what makes baseball great. Also mentioned, key players and moments that helped them to the playoffs.
Where will this bring them next year?
Next year the Tigers could have a solid squad with a supporting fanbase behind them. The Tigers can continue this as long as players do their jobs well and keep the right mindset. According to mlb.com, the Tigers late season run was new and opened eyes. It is possible this could lead to something good or players getting complacent. There is a good mix of veterans and somewhat young players. Also included are many quotes from insiders of the tigers.
When will the tigers make this a normal thing?
The Tigers could make the playoffs an expectation now. People must understand what they did to get into the playoffs as far as the tactics. Players got used in a very unconventional way and may not be a sustainable tactic. According to mlb.com, the Tigers within the last 50 games have handled their pitching in an odd way. Using the rotation less and using more pitchers and it leading to great run prevention. Also highlighted, are the injuries suffered that led to the unconventional strategy. The stats ranked high in the MLB and they restated that the defense was the key.
Why was this significant at all?
Towards the end of the season in August, the Tigers needed a minor miracle to make the playoffs. The Tigers went all in on winning and clinching the wild card spot. “Detroit was 55-63 on Aug. 10 — 10 games out of the last wild card — and then went 31-11. During that stretch, the Tigers have the lowest ERA in baseball and the largest run differential,” said Larry Lage a journalist of apnews.com
How is this going to change anything about the tigers?
The Tigers could have something here, this could change the franchise for the century. A possible problem could be a trap for complacency states Jason Beck. “The Tigers entered the season with veteran additions bolstering a young core, but their late-season tear came after trading many of those veterans, calling up prospects, and getting even younger. It’s a tribute to player development and a sign that the core is in place, but it’s also a potential trap for complacency,” said Jason Beck, a journalist for mlb.com.
In all, the Tigers made a great run and found ways to win regardless of how much their players got paid. Compared to competitors or how they managed their pitching staff, They were a great team. The Tigers got hot in the last half of the season there isn’t much more to it. Clinching the wildcard was a great achievement. With the right steps, the tigers should be optimistic in the near seasons ahead.
