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The Detroit Tigers blanked the Houston Astros 8–0 on June 26 at Comerica Park, a dominant performance that exceeded the Vegas total of 8.5 runs. Detroit's offense was efficient despite modest overall numbers, generating three home runs and seven RBIs on just six hits, while the pitching staff held Houston scoreless by allowing only five hits and zero earned runs. The Astros managed five hits themselves but were shut out completely, striking out five times and failing to drive in a single run across nine innings. Houston's pitching faltered significantly, surrendering eight earned runs while walking seven batters, inflating the ERA to 4.76. Detroit's defensive lapses—two errors—were immaterial in a game where dominant pitching and timely power proved decisive. The shutout performance suggests the Tigers' rotation can be effective when backed by offensive support, while Houston faces mounting pressure to stabilize its pitching depth down the stretch.