The Detroit Tigers are scheduled to face the Pittsburgh Pirates in a split doubleheader on Thursday at Comerica Park, following a postponement caused by a thunderstorm on Wednesday. The first game is set to start at 1:10 PM, with the second game scheduled for 5:40 PM.
Tarik Skubal will take the mound for the Tigers in Game 1, while the starting pitcher for Game 2 is still to be determined. Originally, fans were excited to witness a pitching duel between Skubal and Pittsburgh’s ace, Paul Skenes, both of whom are seen as potential Cy Young Award contenders. However, the rain delay has altered the matchup, with Andrew Heaney now slated to pitch for the Pirates in the first game, and Skenes taking over for Game 2.
The Tigers previously triumphed over the Pirates with a score of 7-3 in their matchup on Tuesday, where they showcased their offensive strength with four home runs, two of which were hit by Javier Báez, marking a significant milestone in his 10th year of MLB service.
As part of the regulations, the Tigers have the option to call up a player from the minors to serve as their 27th man for the doubleheader, but this player will only be eligible for Game 1.
Overall, this doubleheader presents a great opportunity for fans to enjoy a full day of baseball, despite the initial setback. The Tigers’ strong performance in their last game and the potential for remarkable pitching matchups makes for an exciting day ahead for baseball enthusiasts.