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The Detroit Tigers defeated the New York Yankees 6–2 at Yankee Stadium on July 1, 2026, in a matchup that fell well short of the Vegas total of 9.5 runs. The Tigers' pitching staff dominated, striking out 12 Yankees batters while allowing just 7 hits and 2 earned runs with a 3.73 ERA. Detroit's offense, though modest in hit total with 6 hits, made them count by driving in 5 runs, including 1 home run. The Yankees managed only 7 hits and 1 RBI despite striking out 12 times, with their .740 OPS reflecting an offensive struggle punctuated by 2 defensive errors that contributed to their second-place finish in the low-scoring affair. New York's pitching staff recorded 10 strikeouts but allowed 4 earned runs and 4 walks, failing to contain Detroit's efficiency at the plate. The Tigers' ability to score multiple runs on limited hits signals a potential shift in their offensive approach heading into the division stretch.