Tigers vs Guardians: Do-or-Die Game 3! Don't Miss the Action!
Tigers Face Guardians in Crucial Game 3!
The Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians clash today in a winner-take-all Game 3 of the AL Wild Card Series. After splitting the first two games, the stakes are incredibly high. A victory sends one team to the AL Division Series to face the Seattle Mariners, while a loss means the end of the season.
Game 1 saw a dominant performance from Tigers' starter Tarik Skubal, but the Guardians bounced back in Game 2 with a late-inning offensive surge. The Guardians won 6-1, powered by home runs from Brayan Rocchio and Bo Naylor, tying the series 1-1. The Tigers, however, stranded a postseason franchise-record 15 runners on base, which they'll need to improve upon to win today.
Game Details:
- Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025
- Time: 3:08 p.m. ET
- Location: Progressive Field, Cleveland
- TV: ABC
- Streaming: ESPN app, Fubo (free trial)
Pitching Matchup:
The Tigers will hand the ball to veteran Jack Flaherty, acquired midseason from the Dodgers in 2024, who helped Los Angeles secure the World Series title that year. The Guardians counter with right-hander Slade Cecconi, who posted a 7-7 record with a 4.30 ERA during the regular season.
Tigers manager A.J. Hinch has confirmed that Tarik Skubal will not be available to pitch on short rest after his stellar Game 1 outing. The Tigers will need a strong performance from Flaherty and their bullpen to advance.
What to Watch For:
Can the Tigers capitalize on their scoring opportunities after leaving so many runners on base in Game 2? Will Flaherty's postseason experience give the Tigers an edge? And can Cecconi contain the Tigers' lineup? Tune in to find out!