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Tigers reliever Rafael Montero earned his first save with Detroit in a tight 4-3 win against the Twins.

Despite struggling this season with a 5.70 ERA, Montero showcased his potential by throwing 14 of 16 pitches for strikes in the high-pressure situation.

MINNEAPOLIS — The Detroit Tigers clung to a one-run lead against the Minnesota Twins in the bottom of the 11th inning, one out away from escape and one pitch away from victory.

On the mound stood right-handed reliever Rafael Montero , experiencing his first big moment since joining the Tigers from the Atlanta Braves at the July 31 trade deadline .

Manager A.J. Hinch trusted him to finish the job.

"I made the choice with Montero because he can miss some bats," Hinch said Thursday, Aug. 14, after a 4-

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