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Detroit Tigers' Matthew Boyd struggles, Zac Reininger impresses in loss

Former Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander reflects on the many memorable moments he had at Comerica Park, May 13, 2019. Jeff Seidel, Detroit Free Press Columnist

It turns out Matthew Boyd is human after all.

Capable of having a bad day.

Boyd struggled on Monday night against the Houston Astros, snapping a streak of seven straight quality starts.

Boyd's pitch count skyrocketed and he lasted just four innings, as the Houston Astros earned an 8-1 victory at Comerica Park.

But there was a bright spot for the Tigers: Zac Reininger, a relief pitcher, came back from a short stint in Toledo and he was outstanding.