Pitching Matchups for the Indians Four-Game Series in Detroit With the Tigers

The Indians have dominated the Tigers over the last two seasons but the last time the two teams met Detroit won two of three at Progressive Field. In the midst of an eight-game losing streak the Indians will turn to ace Shane Bieber Thursday against Detroit. Check out the pitching matchups for the critical four-game set in Comerica Park.

The Indians grip on a playoff spot has suddenly turned into trying to catch a greased pig after the team's eight-game losing streak.

Their losing streak reached eight on Wednesday with a 10-inning 3-2 loss to the Cubs in yet another game they could have won. 

Now the team moves on to Detroit, taking on a team they have beat up the last two seasons, but actually dropped two of three against in the last meeting at Progressive Field. 

Here are the pitching matchups for the very important four games between the two teams beginning at 7:10pm Thursday. 

Thursday, September 18th 6:10pm

Indians - Shane Bieber vs Tigers - Casey Mize 

Friday, September 19th 7:10pm 

Indians - Zach Plesac vs Tigers - Michael Fullmer 

Saturday, September 20th 6:10pm 

Indians - Triston McKenzie vs Tigers - Spencer Turnbull

Sunday, September 21st 1:10pm 

Indians - Carlos Carrasco vs Tigers - Matthew Boyd