Detroit Tigers Struggle Continues with May Losses, Look Ahead to Rays Series
Detroit Tigers second baseman Hao-Yu Lee reacts after striking out.

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The Detroit Tigers concluded a dismal May with a 6-22 record, including a recent series sweep by the Chicago White Sox. They aim to improve in June as they face the Tampa Bay Rays, with Ty Madden making his first start of the season after recovering from injury.
- 01The Tigers ended May with a record of 6-22, winning only one series.
- 02Starting pitcher Keider Montero delivered six scoreless innings in the final game of May.
- 03Ty Madden will start against the Tampa Bay Rays after recovering from a right forearm contusion.
- 04The Tigers are dealing with multiple injuries, including Casey Mize and Javier Báez.
- 05Griffin Jax, the Rays' pitcher, has transitioned to a starting role with a strong 1.93 ERA in May.
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The Detroit Tigers faced a challenging month of May, finishing with a disappointing 6-22 record and only one series win. Their struggles were evident in their recent series against the Chicago White Sox, where they were swept, culminating in a 4-3 walk-off loss and a 7-1 defeat. Despite a promising start with an RBI double from Spencer Torkelson and six scoreless innings from starter Keider Montero, the Tigers could not hold onto their lead, allowing two runs in the seventh inning. Looking to turn things around, the Tigers (22-38) will face the Tampa Bay Rays (36-20) in June. Ty Madden is set to make his first start of the season after recovering from an injury, while the Rays' Griffin Jax has shown strong performance since moving to a starting role. The Tigers are also managing several injuries, including key players on the injured list. Fans can catch the game on Detroit SportsNet at 6:40 p.m. ET.
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