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Spencer Torkelson and pinch hitter Andy Ibanez hit solo homers and the host Detroit Tigers extended their winning streak to five games with a 4-2 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Saturday.
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Bobby Witt Jr. logged an RBI single and Salvador Perez added a two-run double. Both hits came in the third inning. The Royals didn’t score again until the ninth; Vinnie Pasquantino homered in his fifth consecutive game in the loss.
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The Detroit Tigers get set for the second half of their six-game homestand this weekend, as they prepare to host the Kansas City Royals. You can see one of the best teams in the big leagues for a quality price.
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On Monday, the Kansas City Royals rudely welcomed outfielder Mark Canha back from the 10-day injured list by designating him for assignment.
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