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Tigers Slugger Shatters Franchise Record with Colossal Grand Slam
30 Aug
Summary
- Tigers player sets franchise record with 471-ft grand slam
- Becomes first Tiger to reach 100 RBIs since 2017
- Helps Tigers snap 4-game losing streak with go-ahead double
On August 25th, 2025, the Detroit Tigers' star outfielder made history by setting a new franchise record with a colossal 471-foot grand slam, the longest home run by a Tigers player since the Statcast Era began in 2015. Just a few days later, on August 27th, the 24-year-old slugger continued his impressive performance, drilling a go-ahead, two-run double that gave him 100 RBIs on the season. This milestone makes him the first Tigers player to reach the 100-RBI mark since Nick Castellanos in 2017.
The Tigers' 5-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Friday night not only showcased the young star's offensive prowess, but it also snapped a four-game losing streak for the team. Tigers manager A.J. Hinch praised the outfielder's consistency, saying, "He can do even better and that's incredible to say, for someone who has carried us for so many games."
The Tigers' rising star was the fifth overall pick in the 2019 MLB Draft and made his debut just last year. This season, he has set career highs in nearly every offensive category, including a .269 batting average, 32 home runs, and 101 RBIs. His All-Star caliber performance has been a major factor in the Tigers' success, as they currently hold the top seed in the American League, half a game ahead of the Toronto Blue Jays.
