Overview

• The Tigers' magic number to secure an AL wild-card spot is now one after the Twins' loss to the Marlins on Thursday.
• Detroit has three games remaining against the Chicago White Sox, starting Friday night at Comerica Park.
• The Tigers have an impressive 9-1 record against the White Sox this season, including two series sweeps.
• If the Tigers lose, they can still clinch a playoff berth if the Twins lose any of their remaining games against the Orioles.
• Detroit has made a remarkable comeback, going from eight games under .500 on August 11 to a 30-11 record over the past 46 days.