Tigers ace Tarik Skubal delivered a powerful message to Detroit fans as the team makes its historic playoff run, ending a nine-year postseason drought. The Tigers have transformed into one of the top teams in baseball since August 11, and Skubal, a Cy Young Award favorite, has played a pivotal role in their resurgence. His stellar performance has cemented him as a respected figure in Detroit sports and a key part of the Tigers’ return to prominence.
Over the weekend, Skubal shared a post on Instagram that echoed the motivational style of Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell. The post featured a timeline charting the Tigers’ rise from the bottom of the American League Central to Wild Card contenders and ultimately winners, reflecting a popular Detroit Lions slogan. The timeline was featured on new “Gritty” t-shirts Skubal promoted to celebrate the team’s incredible turnaround.
Tarik Skubal
Skubal, a 27-year-old from Hayward, California, posted an outstanding 18-4 record during the regular season, with a 2.39 ERA, 228 strikeouts, and a 0.92 WHIP. In his first postseason start, he pitched six scoreless innings against the Houston Astros, striking out six and allowing only four hits, helping the Tigers continue their playoff journey.
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