In a nail-biting Game 2 of the ALDS between the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians, the scoreboard remained quiet until the ninth inning, when Tigers outfielder Kerry Carpenter stepped up to the plate. The Guardians called in their ace closer, Emmanuel Clase, who had been nearly unbeatable, allowing just 10 runs all season.
But Carpenter had other plans! With a thunderous swing, he launched a stunning 423-foot three-run homer, giving the Tigers a 3-0 lead when they desperately needed it. The Guardians couldn’t manage to score in the bottom of the ninth, sealing the Tigers’ victory.
This monumental shot marked the FIRST three-run home run ever hit off Clase in his five-year MLB career! After crushing that ball, Carpenter tossed his bat with flair and confidently made his way around the bases, clearly thrilled to have played a pivotal role in the game. Home plate was a scene of pure celebration for him—the game was in the bag!
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What a clutch moment for the Tigers! Kerry Carpenter’s game-winning three-run homer in the ninth inning of Game 2 was pure magic. With the series on the line, he delivered when it mattered most, leaving fans on the edge of their seats!
Now, the Tigers are gearing up to host the Guardians for Game 3 of the ALDS on Wednesday, October 9. 🏟️ It’s their chance to capitalize on this momentum and take control of the series right at home. The atmosphere will be electric as they aim to build on that thrilling victory. Can they harness the excitement and turn it into another win? Only time will tell! Let the postseason thrills continue!
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