With just one week left in the regular season, the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians remained separated for first place in the American League Central by just one game. The Tigers lost for the sixth straight time ( box score ) and the Guardians let an early lead to the Twins ( box score ) slip away, maintaining Detroit's division lead.

This marks six straight losses for the Tigers, while the loss for the Guardians snapped a 10-game winning streak. The Tigers came close to blowing a 6 ½-game lead in a week. It can still happen. Plus, the first-round bye and even a playoff spot are also on the line at this point as their tailspin continues.

"I don't see our guys quitting," Tigers manager AJ Hinch said after the game Sunday. "I don't see our guys down. I don't see our guys

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