Detroit Tigers' Tarik Skubal sets record in strong win over Twins

Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal showcased his talent on Sunday with an impressive performance against the Minnesota Twins. Skubal pitched seven innings, striking out 13 batters and allowing only one hit in a 3-0 victory for Detroit. He also achieved a milestone by becoming the first Tigers pitcher to strike out 13 batters in a game while giving up just one hit. This marked his 10th consecutive winning decision.

Skubal expressed his focus on winning, stating that it is the most important thing for him. He acknowledged the expectations from fans and emphasized his commitment to achieving the best results for himself and the team. With this win, Skubal lowered his ERA to 2.15 and leads the majors with 138 strikeouts, positioning him well for a potential second American League Cy Young award.

In the game, Riley Greene and Kerry Carpenter contributed with solo home runs for the Tigers, while Carpenter also added another RBI. Detroit's record for the season stands at 53-22, while Minnesota's record dropped to 40-44.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.