Time to start worrying, Tigers fans

Detroit's division lead in the AL Central is dwindling as the season's end nears.

Why it matters: The Tigers could actually miss the playoffs after leading the division by 14 games in July.

State of play: The second-place Guardians swept Detroit yesterday, winning 3-1 and shrinking the Tigers' division lead to 3.5 games.

• Nine games remain, including three more against Cleveland next week.

What's next: Detroit hosts Atlanta for a three-game series beginning today at 6:40pm.