The Detroit Tigers extended their struggles to five consecutive defeats after lefty Andrew Sears' challenging MLB debut. The rookie pitcher surrendered four runs, marking a difficult introduction to professional baseball during what has been a dismal stretch for the franchise. With eight losses in their last nine games, the Tigers' struggles continue unabated as they search for offensive production and pitching consistency to reverse their downward trajectory.

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