Detroit Tigers vs. Miami Marlins: How to Watch Tarik Skubal on the Mound
The Detroit Tigers are set to face the Miami Marlins in a three-game weekend series at loanDepot Park in Miami, starting on Friday, September 12. All eyes will be on ace Tarik Skubal as he takes the mound for the Tigers in the series opener.
Series Overview
Following a series victory against the New York Yankees, the Tigers are looking to continue their momentum as the playoffs approach. Currently leading the American League Central by 8½ games, the Tigers hold the No. 2 seed in the AL playoff race. A strong finish could secure them a direct path to the division series, with potential home-field advantage.
Game Details and How to Watch
The series kicks off on Friday with a highly anticipated pitching matchup. Here's how you can catch all the action:
- Date: Friday, Sept. 12
- Time: 7:10 p.m. ET
- Location: loanDepot Park, Miami
- TV: FanDuel Sports Network Detroit (FSND)
- Streaming: FanDuel TV+, Fubo
- Radio: WXYT-FM 97.1
All three games of the series will be broadcast locally on FanDuel Sports Network Detroit. Streaming options include the FanDuel sports app and Fubo, which carries FSND.
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Series Schedule
Here's the complete schedule for the Tigers vs. Marlins series:
- Friday: 7:10 p.m. ET
- Saturday: 4:10 p.m. ET
- Sunday: 1:40 p.m. ET
Pitching Matchups
The series features some compelling pitching matchups, including a clash of aces on Friday.
- Friday: LHP Tarik Skubal (DET) vs RHP Sandy Alcantara (MIA)
- Saturday: RHP Charlie Morton (DET) vs RHP Janson Junk (MIA)
- Sunday: TBD vs RHP Adam Mazur (MIA)
Friday's game showcases a battle between Tarik Skubal and Sandy Alcantara. The Tigers are yet to announce their starting pitcher for Sunday's game.
Team Standings
The Tigers enter the series leading the American League Central, 8.5 games ahead of the Cleveland Guardians. The Marlins are currently third in the National League East, eight games behind a Wild Card spot.
