Detroit Tigers' ace Tarik Skubal delivered a dominant performance against the Boston Red Sox, allowing just one run on four hits over eight innings and striking out eight. This outing marked his 16th win of the season and lowered his ERA to an MLB-best 2.51. Skubal became the first pitcher in the majors to reach 200 strikeouts this season, joining an elite group of Detroit left-handers. His masterful pitching helped the Tigers secure a crucial 2-1 victory, keeping their slim playoff hopes alive. Tyler Holton closed the game with his sixth save, while Trey Sweeney's two-run double provided the necessary offense. The Tigers are now 1.5 games behind the Red Sox in the American League wild-card race.