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The Detroit Tigers are in injury purgatory this season, with starting pitcher Troy Melton sidelined by back issues and second baseman Gleyber Torres exiting early with pain—forcing a wild lineup shuffle. But here’s the twist: despite Melton staying active, Drew Anderson stepped in and combined with Astros’ Kai-Wei Teng for a jaw-dropping 11 consecutive strikeouts to open the game—a feat last seen in 1920. While the Astros aren’t exactly injury-free either, the Tigers’ resilience and historic pitching duel prove baseball’s grind can still deliver unforgettable moments—even when the roster’s been thinned.

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