By Larry Arreguin| LPL News Wire| April 14, 2026

DETROIT, MI (4/14/26) — The Detroit Tigers delivered late-inning drama Tuesday night at Comerica Park, scoring two runs in the eighth inning to defeat the Kansas City Royals 2-1 and keep their home winning streak alive.

Locked in a tight pitchers’ duel for much of the night, Detroit found itself trailing 1-0 after Kansas City scratched across a run in the second inning. From there, it became a battle of patience and execution, with Tigers starter Framber Valdez #59 keeping the game within reach.

Valdez turned in a strong outing, going 7.0 innings, allowing just one run on three hits while striking out one. He induced key ground balls throughout the night, giving Detroit a chance to stay within striking distance.

The breakthrough finally came in the bottom of the eighth.

With pressure mounting, Zach McKinstry #39 came around to score on a wild pitch, tying the game at 1-1 and igniting the crowd of 16,655. Moments later, Dillon Dingler #13 delivered the decisive blow, ripping a double to left field that brought home Kevin McGonigle #7 for the go-ahead run.

Dingler finished the night 2-for-4 with an RBI, continuing his steady production at the plate.

Out of the bullpen, Will Vest #19 earned the win with a dominant eighth inning, striking out all three batters he faced. Closer Kenley Jansen #74 shut the door in the ninth to secure his third save of the season.

Detroit’s defense also played a role, turning a key double play and limiting Kansas City to just four hits on the night.

With the win, the Tigers improve their home form and continue building momentum early in the season.ries beginning tonight at Comerica Park.

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