Baseball

Tigers Look to Rebound Against White Sox with Skubal on the Mound

by
William Caldwell
June 19, 2026

The Detroit Tigers are looking to regain their momentum as they prepare to host the Chicago White Sox for a three-game weekend series. After a scorching start to June, where they won seven of their first nine games, the Tigers have hit a rough patch. Their recent struggles include losing four of five games, following a promising series where they swept the American League East-leading Tampa Bay Rays and took two of three from the AL West-leading Seattle Mariners.

Since their series win against the Minnesota Twins at home, the team has faltered, suffering a de facto two-game sweep at the hands of the Cleveland Guardians and dropping two of three to the Houston Astros. The White Sox, however, have been a pleasant surprise in 2026, currently battling the Guardians for supremacy in the AL Central.

On the mound for the Tigers will be their ace, left-hander Tarik Skubal. His return from the injured list was less than stellar, as he pitched just 4 2/3 innings against the Guardians, giving up three runs (two earned) on five hits, including a home run. He also struck out four batters but was ultimately saddled with his third loss in a 3-1 defeat.

For the White Sox, right-hander Erick Fedde will take the mound, making just his second start in the last six appearances. Fedde’s last outing was on June 3 against the Twins, where he delivered five scoreless innings, allowing only two hits and a walk while striking out two for his first and only win of the season. In his most recent appearance against the Tigers, Fedde pitched four innings in relief, giving up two runs on four hits and three walks while striking out three, as Chicago edged out a 4-3 victory in extras.

As the Tigers look to turn their fortunes around at Comerica Park, all eyes will be on the matchup between Skubal and Fedde. The series opener is set for 6:40 p.m. ET, with fans eager to see if the Tigers can reclaim their winning form against a formidable division rival.

Game Details:
Time (ET): 6:40 p.m.
Location: Comerica Park, Detroit, Michigan
Media: Detroit SportsNet, MLB.TV, Tigers Radio Network

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.

William Caldwell

William Caldwell is a veteran journalist whose career has spanned the highs and lows of the sports world. With a focus on baseball and hockey, William’s articles are known for their depth and historical perspective, making him a favorite among fans who appreciate the rich traditions of sports. Outside the press box, William is an amateur historian with a particular interest in sports memorabilia.