While the series opener between the Tigers and Guardians could have gone a lot better, there was one milestone in the game worth celebrating, and that was the 1000th career strikeout for Jack Flaherty. You can see the moment below, along with the less positive bit of news: Gleyber Torres leaving the game early due to an injury.
In broader news, the Cubs are likely getting an upcoming All-Star Game; Liam Hendriks calls out bad fan behavior; and one minor league theme night has my whole heart.
Let’s get into it.
Detroit Tigers:
In Thursday’s game, Jack Flaherty didn’t get a win, but he did get his 1000th career strikeout.
AL Central News:
MLB News:
Dubious history is made. The #Rockies are the official owners of the worst 50 game start in the modern era after being shut out by the Phillies. Their 8-42 record surpasses the previous worst, when the 1904 Washington Senators went 9-41.
— Evan Lang (@evanlang27.bsky.social) 2025-05-22T21:31:50.864Z
Liam Henriks wasn’t shy about telling “fans” to chill with the death threats and terrible remarks.