The blueprint to why the Detroit Tigers might not make the American League postseason was on display Tuesday night at Comerica Park.
Their offense remained anemic. It could not hit a mediocre starting pitcher.
Their young starting pitcher was shelled. He could not record enough outs.
The Tigers are competing for a playoff spot; the Minnesota Twins are in last place. Yet on this night, the team in contention looked uninspired, not interested in a win they need. The team eliminated from the race was taking extra bases. They took advantage of a sleep-walking team. The Twins beat the Tigers, 8-1.