Tigers' Lead in AL Central Takes a Hit After Guardians' Sweep

In Detroit, the Tigers are feeling the heat after losing three straight games to the Cleveland Guardians. The Guardians' strong pitching and smart moves have closed the gap in the AL Central race. The Tigers' lead is now just 3. 5 games, and the pressure is on. The Tigers had a great start to the season, but now they're struggling. They had a chance to put the division race away with their top pitchers on the mound, but the Guardians outplayed them. The Guardians' pitchers were amazing, allowing only two runs in 16 innings. The Tigers' pitchers weren't bad either, but the Guardians' hitters made them work hard and then scored runs when it counted.The Tigers' fans are getting nervous. They cheered for their team, but there were also boos and murmurs of worry. The Tigers' manager, A. J. Hinch, knows they need to bounce back. He said, "We got our ass kicked in pretty much every aspect, and they swept us. " The Tigers still have a good chance to make the playoffs, but they can't afford to lose more games. They'll play the Atlanta Braves this weekend, and then they'll have to face the Guardians again next week. The division title is still up for grabs, and the Tigers need to play better to keep it. The Tigers' players are trying to stay positive. Tarik Skubal, one of their best pitchers, said, "We’re atop the division, no? Last season, I think that can put it all into perspective. " But they know they need to win games to keep their fans happy and secure their spot in the playoffs.