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Detroit Tigers blow a 7-run lead in extra-innings heartbreak against the Baltimore Orioles, signaling a likely shift to sell mode at the trade deadline. Is this dramatic 10-9 loss the final straw for Scott Harris and the Tigers’ front office? With Tarik Skubal’s potentially final start at Comerica Park and the team now 7 games under .500, roster decisions loom large as the postseason slips further out of reach.

Scott Bentley breaks down the Tigers’ bullpen collapse, Kyle Finnegan’s concerning July, and Riley Green’s struggles with runners in scoring position. The offense shines, with Spencer Torkelson notching his 500th hit and 100th career home run, and the bottom of the lineup producing big. Key discussion points include Matt Vierling’s injury, McGonigle’s defensive gems, and why holding onto expiring contracts could spell disaster for Detroit’s rebuild. Can a sweep against the Oakland Athletics change the Tigers’ fate, or is it truly time to sell?

00:00 Detroit Tigers' dramatic loss
06:04 Discussing the Tigers' season outlook
07:46 Reflecting on a tough loss
12:04 Kyle Finnegan struggling with control
13:53 Discussing Drew Anderson's performance
19:17 Daily Dingers betting feature
23:31 Bottom lineup players stepping up
25:48 Potentially Last Start as a Tiger
29:37 Tarik Skubal's Impact on Fans
31:47 Assessing team performance pre-deadline

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