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Game 29 Preview: Tigers look to even series at Reds on Saturday
TL;DR
The Detroit Tigers aim to even their series against the Cincinnati Reds after a 9-8 loss in the opener. Right-hander Framber Montero will start for the Tigers, while Brett Lowder takes the mound for the Reds.
Key points
- Tigers lost 9-8 to Reds in series opener
- Framber Montero starting for Tigers on Saturday
- Brett Lowder will pitch for the Reds
- Montero has faced the Reds once before
- Game follows a two-hour rain delay
Detroit TigersCincinnati RedsFramber MonteroBrett Lowder
The Detroit Tigers dropped their series opener against the Cincinnati Reds, 9-8, in a walk-off on Friday night after building an early lead and sitting through a two-hour rain delay.
On Saturday, they turn to right-hander Framber Montero to even things up in the Queen City against their NL foes. The 25-year-old hurler has been a godsend for the Motor City Kitties after replacing an aged Justin Verlander in the rotation, having already accumulated a full win above replacement (Fangraphs) in just four games.
Montero has faced the Reds just once before — a five-inning effort last year that saw him allow two runs on seven hits (two of them solo home runs) and a walk while striking out four in an 11-5 home victory.
Opposite him is fellow righty Brett Lowder, who has been solid so far in his second season of action. The 24-year-old will be facing the Tigers for the first time in his young career on Saturday.
The game will be broadcast nationally on FOX. Here is a look at how those two pitchers match up.
Detroit Tigers (14-13) vs. Cincinnati Reds (17-9)
Time (ET): 1:40 p.m.
Place: Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati, Ohio
SB Nation Site: Red Reporter
Media: FOX, Tigers Radio Network
Game 29: RHP Keider Montero (1-2, 3.68 ERA) vs. RHP (3-1, 3.10 ERA)
Q&A
What was the score of the Tigers vs. Reds game on Friday?
The Tigers lost to the Reds 9-8 in a walk-off during the series opener.
Who is starting for the Tigers against the Reds on Saturday?
Framber Montero will start for the Tigers in their game against the Reds.
How has Framber Montero performed this season?
Framber Montero has been impressive, accumulating a full win above replacement in just four games.
