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amead17 · 12-08-2025, 10:42 AM

SPORTING TIMES — May 9, 1912
By George F. Winthrop

TIGERS OUTSLUG RED SOX 13–12 IN WILD BOSTON BATTLE

Detroit Extends Winning Streak to Ten in Back-and-Forth Scoring Frenzy

Boston witnessed a thunderous display of offense this afternoon as the Detroit Tigers clawed their way to a heart-pounding 13–12 victory over the Red Sox, surviving a late Boston rally to secure their tenth consecutive win. The triumph lifts Detroit to an impressive 19–8 mark on the young season.

Runs poured in almost from the first crack of the bat. The Tigers surged ahead 5–1 after two innings, only to find themselves trailing 9–7 by the close of the fifth as neither pitching staff could seize command of the contest. Detroit pressed on, entering the ninth inning behind 9–8 but refusing to go quietly. A furious outburst of five runs pushed the visitors into a seemingly secure 13–9 advantage.

But if the Tigers thought the matter settled, Boston had other ideas. The Red Sox mounted a desperate charge in the home half, plating three runs and placing the tying run on base before Detroit finally shut the door, escaping with the narrowest of victories.

Though the game was defined by contributions throughout the lineup, Larry Doyle again stood out. The dependable Tiger second baseman went 2-for-4 with an RBI and scored twice, continuing his superb early-season form. His batting average now stands at a remarkable .413.

After the contest, Doyle reflected on the effort, saying, “It was a fight from the first inning on, and everyone in our order had a hand in it. We’ve been playing with real spirit, and that carried us through today.”

Manager A.J. Plascencia praised the club’s resilience: “These fellows don’t rattle. Even when the score turned against us, they kept swinging and kept believing. Ten wins in a row speaks to their heart as much as their talent.”

12-08-2025, 10:42 AM	#515
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 9,288	SPORTING TIMES — May 9, 1912 By George F. Winthrop TIGERS OUTSLUG RED SOX 13–12 IN WILD BOSTON BATTLE Detroit Extends Winning Streak to Ten in Back-and-Forth Scoring Frenzy Boston witnessed a thunderous display of offense this afternoon as the Detroit Tigers clawed their way to a heart-pounding 13–12 victory over the Red Sox, surviving a late Boston rally to secure their tenth consecutive win. The triumph lifts Detroit to an impressive 19–8 mark on the young season. Runs poured in almost from the first crack of the bat. The Tigers surged ahead 5–1 after two innings, only to find themselves trailing 9–7 by the close of the fifth as neither pitching staff could seize command of the contest. Detroit pressed on, entering the ninth inning behind 9–8 but refusing to go quietly. A furious outburst of five runs pushed the visitors into a seemingly secure 13–9 advantage. But if the Tigers thought the matter settled, Boston had other ideas. The Red Sox mounted a desperate charge in the home half, plating three runs and placing the tying run on base before Detroit finally shut the door, escaping with the narrowest of victories. Though the game was defined by contributions throughout the lineup, Larry Doyle again stood out. The dependable Tiger second baseman went 2-for-4 with an RBI and scored twice, continuing his superb early-season form. His batting average now stands at a remarkable .413. After the contest, Doyle reflected on the effort, saying, “It was a fight from the first inning on, and everyone in our order had a hand in it. We’ve been playing with real spirit, and that carried us through today.” Manager A.J. Plascencia praised the club’s resilience: “These fellows don’t rattle. Even when the score turned against us, they kept swinging and kept believing. Ten wins in a row speaks to their heart as much as their talent.”