The Tigers began their rebuild around the same time as the Royals, and just when it seemed it was stalling out last August with the team in “sell mode” a the trade deadline, the plan fell into place. The Tigers went on a tear, storming into the playoffs, then carried it over to this season where they now have the best record in baseball. Since August 1 of last year, the Tigers have won 64.5 percent of their games (71-39)
Detroit Tigers (37-20) vs. Kansas City Royals (30-27) at Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City, MO
Tigers: 5.