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How Detroit Tigers' Zach McKinstry went from also-ran to vital bat
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Schwarber's leadoff homer backs Walker, Phils top Tigers
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Bullpen buckles as Detroit Tigers give up 4 in 9th for 9th straight loss, 7-5 to Arizona
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Detroit Tigers rally to take down Chicago White Sox, 6-5 (10)
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Tigers score 6 runs off Max Scherzer, sweep doubleheader vs. Mets
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How Detroit Tigers' Zach McKinstry went from also-ran to vital bat