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Game 16 Preview: Tigers look to sweep Marlins at home behind Skubal
TL;DR
The Detroit Tigers aim to complete a sweep of the Miami Marlins at home, having won the first two games of the series. Ace pitcher Tarik Skubal, a two-time Cy Young Award winner, will face off against 2022 Cy Young winner Sandy Alcantara on Sunday.
Apr 1, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal reacts against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
The Detroit Tigers came into the weekend riding a five-game losing streak, including a four-game sweep at the Minnesota Twins. On Sunday, with their ace on the mound, the team has a chance to complete their reversal of fortune by sweeping the Miami Marlins at home.
AJ Hinch’s squad took the first two games of the series, 2-0 and 6-1, respectively, but earning that third victory will not be easy. Sunday’s pitching matchup is a marquee one: twice-consecutive Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal takes the mound for the home team, while the 2022 Cy winner Sandy Alcantara is up opposite him.
Here is a look at how the two match up.
Detroit Tigers (6-9) vs. Miami Marlins (8-7)
Time (ET): 1:40 p.m. ET
Place: Comerica Park, Detroit, Michigan
SB Nation Site: None
Media: Detroit SportsNet, MLB.TV, Tigers Radio Network
Game 16: LHP Tarik Skubal (1-2, 2.55 ERA) vs. RHP Sandy Alcantara (2-0, 0.74 ERA)
| Player | G | IP | K% | BB% | GB% | FIP | fWAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skubal | 3 | 17.2 | 22.5 | 2.8 | 42.3 | 2.44 | 0.5 |
| Alcantara | 3 | 24.1 | 20.9 | 4.7 | 49.2 | 2.32 | 0.9 |
SKUBAL
ALCANTARA
Q&A
What is Tarik Skubal's achievement in Major League Baseball?
Tarik Skubal is a two-time Cy Young Award winner in Major League Baseball.
How did the Detroit Tigers perform in their last series before facing the Marlins?
The Detroit Tigers entered the weekend on a five-game losing streak, including a four-game sweep by the Minnesota Twins.
What were the scores of the first two games between the Tigers and Marlins?
The Tigers won the first two games against the Marlins with scores of 2-0 and 6-1.
