Paul Skenes (6.0 IP, 0 R, 3 H, 6 K) was credited with a win in the Pirates' 3-0 victory over the Tigers Monday. Spencer Horwitz led the way offensively, going 3 for 4 with an RBI. Jack Flaherty (3.0 IP, 3 R, 6 H, 6 K) was handed the loss for the Tigers.

Detroit Tigers center fielder Parker Meadows hit a double off Pirates ace Paul Skenes on Monday, July 21 — his first extra-base hit since June 22.

Despite an excellent first-half record, the Detroit Tigers have been in quite a rut since the All-Star break. In their first six games coming out of the break,

Right-handed pitcher Troy Melton’s first MLB outing wasn’t as planned as the 24-year-old was pinned for six runs and the Tigers experienced their third sweep of the season, this time at the hands of the Pirates at PNC Park.

As expected, the Detroit Tigers have promoted right-hander Troy Melton to make his major league debut against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday afternoon. To open a spot on the active roster, Tarik Skubal has been moved to the paternity list.

Right-hander Carlos Hernández has a 6.17 ERA with 19 walks and 34 strikeouts across 35 innings, including an 8.68 ERA with the Detroit Tigers.