What to know about the Detroit Tigers opening day game
Detroit Tigers fans prepare to create new memories for the home opening day game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Comerica Park.
Detroit — The Detroit Tigers are looking to improve their fortunes on Friday as they hold their home opening game at Comerica Park against the St. Louis Cardinals. It's a traditional time for families to gather or reunite, while others skip work or find an excuse to take in America's pastime.
Many find places to tailgate and party before the game. More: It's party time in downtown Detroit for the Tigers' Home Opener Friday The Tigers are returning home after getting swept by the Arizona Diamondbacks in their last series on the road. They have a 2-4 record, putting them in third place in the American League Central Division behind the 4-3 Cleveland Indians and the 3-2 Kansas City Royals.
The Tigers have opened the season playing only National League teams so far, and their home opener opponent is no different. The Cardinals are 4-2 and in second place in the highly competitive National League Central Division. More: Tigers announce details on Opening Day events at Comerica Park What is the forecast for Opening Day weather?
The Friday forecast in Detroit is for the day to start with cloudy skies and a temperature of 61 degrees at 7 a. m. for the early tailgaters.