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CLEVELAND — The Guardians continue their search for a consistent offense as they take on the Detroit Tigers July 5 at Progressive Field.
Logan Allen (5-6, 4.27 ERA) takes the mound for Cleveland opposite Casey Mize (8-2, 2.86 ERA).
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The Guardians' loss on July 4 dropped them to fourth in the American League Central race, as they now have plenty of work to get back into the AL playoff picture.
Follow along here for live score updates, analysis and highlights from the Guardians-Tigers game on July 5 at Progressive Field.
Tigers blanking Guardians entering 8th inning
The Guardians have been shut out in four of their last eight games. They were shut out over the final eight innings last night (July 4). And they're being shut out tonight entering the top of the eighth inning, where the Tigers are still holding onto a 1-0 lead.
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There's been very little for Guardians fans to cheer for this series. Logan Allen had a really nice start, and the Guardians bullpen has been solid. But the offense has been a production desert.
Jul 5, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians designated hitter Jose Ramirez (11) steals second base as Detroit Tigers shortstop Trey Sweeney (27) goes for the throw during the fourth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
Logan Allen allows just 2 hits through 6 innings; Tigers lead Guardians
While all the focus is on the Guardians' offense again struggling to gain even one inch, Logan Allen has quietly had a strong night, allowing just two hits through six innings to go with five strikeouts.
Thus far, it's another case of a quality pitching performance being wasted by an offense that hasn't come up with the timely hit.
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Casey Mize through 4 scoreless innings: Tigers lead Guardians
Tigers starting pitcher Casey Mize held the Guardians without a hit until two outs in the fourth inning, when Jose Ramirez hit a single to right field. Mize has faced only one hitter above the minimum thus far ( Brayan Rocchio drew a walk but was thrown out trying to steal second base). He's struck out three.
Torkelson's home run remains the difference. He nearly missed another home run but had to settle for a very long single after Steven Kwan deked him in left field.
Jul 5, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Logan Allen (26) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
Guardians, Tigers score: Spencer Torkelson home run gives Detroit the lead
Spencer Torkelson drilled a solo home run, his 20th of the season, to right field off Logan Allen to give the Tigers a 1-0 lead in the second inning.
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The Tigers have been peppering the Guardians with solo home runs this series. And, as has almost constantly been the case during this eight-game losing streak, the Guardians will be playing from behind.
Jul 5, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Detroit Tigers third base coach Joey Cora (56) and manager A.J. Hinch (14) and medical personnel look at second baseman Gleyber Torres (25) during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
Gleyber Torres injury: Tigers All-Star exits game after collision at second base
Gleyber Torres, who was recently selected as a 2025 AL All-Star, is leaving the game after colliding with shortstop Brayan Rocchio at second base.
Torres was on first base with two outs in the first inning when a ground ball was fielded by Angel Martinez. Martinez flipped the ball with his glove to Rocchio at second base to get the final out, but it also pulled him into Torres as he slid. Rocchio's arm appeared to hit Torres in his head/neck area.
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Torres was down for a few moments before walking off the field. But his day is done. Trey Sweeney is entering the game for Torres.
Below is some pregame information.
Jose Ramirez named AL All-Star starter
Guardians third baseman will be in the starting lineup for the American League in the 2025 All-Star Game. It was his seventh career All-Star selection, one behind Bob Feller for the franchise record.
MLB Standings: American League Central
The American League Central Division standings entering July 5:
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Tigers 55-34
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Twins 42-46 (12.5)
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Royals 42-27 (13)
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Guardians 40-46 (13.5)
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White Sox 29-59 (25.5)
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Guardians schedule | Upcoming games
The Guardians host the the division-leading Detroit Tigers for three games over the July 4th weekend before heading on the road for a seven-game trip to Houston (three games) and then Chicago to face the White Sox (four games), which will lead into the All-Star break.
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How can I watch, stream or listen to the Guardians vs Tigers game?
The game on July 5 can be viewed on Fox. It can also be streamed via MLB's direct-to-consumer streaming subscription ( CLEGuardians.TV ) for $99.99 a season or $19.99 a month. And it'll be available on the radio via WTAM 1100, WMMS 100.7 and WARF 1350.
This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Guardians score today vs Detroit Tigers live game updates, highlights
