Tarik Skubal, a left-hander with the Detroit Tigers, is thriving. He might only see a little more threatening group on Friday due to Tuesday’s rainout.
Tuesday’s game between the Colorado Rockies and the Tigers was rained out. As a result, manager A.J. Hinch had to change his rotation, and the two clubs will play a doubleheader on Thursday.
By doing this, he has forced Skubal to play in Friday’s Comerica Park opening against the Texas Rangers. The fascinating aspect is that he will be playing against a squad that is experiencing greater upheaval and is just somewhat better than the Rockers in terms of hitting.
“The Rockies.” The poorest batting average in the Major Leagues is 209. This is the whole slash. 209/.278/.342 with 105 RBI and 27 home homers. Skubal probably would have gorged himself on that batting order if he had had the opportunity.
Rangers Batting Order Struggling
Well, the Rangers are hitting better — but not much better. Texas is No. 25 in batting average with a line of .228/.285/.359, including 31 home runs and 111 RBI. Only the Rockies have driven in fewer runs than the Rangers.
This season, Texas was predicted to feature one of baseball’s most dreaded batting orders. However, important players like Joc Pederson and Marcus Semien struggle. A hamstring ailment has kept Corey Seager, another important player, out of action. This past weekend, he made a comeback to the lineup.
The Rangers have tried to restart the offensive with a number of changes. First baseman Jake Burger, who hit over 30 home runs two years ago, was optioned to Triple-A Round Rock, and Blaine Crim was promoted to take his place. Additionally, Texas brought up 2023 World Series hero Evan Carter, who missed the most of the previous season due to injuries, and placed outfielder Leody Taveras on outright waivers.
The most significant change was Texas’ decision to fire hitting coach Donnie Ecker on Sunday and replace him with former Silver Slugger Bret Boone on Monday. Boone has no coaching experience. However, he did play for the San Diego Padres in 2000 under Rangers manager Bruce Bochy.
Throughout the season, Skubal has been setting some amazing records. Most recently, he became the third pitcher in history to throw at least 30 innings in a five-start run with a 0.90 ERA, 38 strikeouts, and one walk.
