Detroit Tigers pitcher Jack Flaherty is gearing up to face the Cleveland Guardians in what could potentially be one of his final starts with the team. Flaherty, who has been performing exceptionally well this season with a 7-5 record and a 3.13 ERA, is on the radar for a potential trade as the deadline approaches.
Flaherty has been a key player for the Tigers, boasting a 6-1 record with a 2.04 ERA since the end of May. In his recent outing against the Toronto Blue Jays, he allowed just two runs and two hits while striking out eight batters over 5 2/3 innings in a 5-4 victory for Detroit.
Teammate Mark Canha praised Flaherty’s consistency and performance, highlighting his contributions to the team. The Tigers, who are currently in the middle of an 11-4 stretch, are looking to bounce back after a close 5-4 loss to the Guardians in their previous game.
On the other side, the Guardians will be sending Tanner Bibee to the mound, who has struggled against the Tigers in the past with a 0-3 record and a 6.86 ERA in four career starts. Bibee will be looking to improve on his recent performance, where he pitched a solid game against the San Diego Padres, allowing only two hits over 5 2/3 innings in a 7-0 victory for Cleveland.
Star player Jose Ramirez has been a standout performer for the Guardians, hitting his first home run since June and delivering key hits to help secure a win for the team. Ramirez has been a force to be reckoned with against Detroit, boasting a .343 batting average with two home runs and seven RBIs in nine games this season.
As the trade deadline looms, all eyes will be on Flaherty and Bibee as they take the mound in a crucial matchup between the Tigers and the Guardians. Both teams will be looking to secure a win and improve their standing in the league as the season progresses.