Detroit Tigers hit 4 home runs in 11-6 win over St. Louis Cardinals

Rain-shortened game sees offensive outburst from Tigers lineup

Apr. 5, 2026 at 2:25am

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The Detroit Tigers powered their way to an 11-6 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals in a rain-shortened game on Saturday. Kerry Carpenter, Zach McKinstry, and Matt Vierling each hit two-run homers, while Gleyber Torres added a solo shot as the Tigers offense exploded. The game was called after 8 1/3 innings following a 40-minute rain delay.

Why it matters

The Tigers' offensive performance was a welcome sight after the team had only two home runs in their first seven games of the season. The win also keeps the Tigers competitive in the AL Central division race early on.

The details

Detroit starter Jack Flaherty struggled, allowing five runs in four-plus innings, but the Tigers' bullpen was able to hold on for the victory. Jordan Walker had a big game for the Cardinals, hitting a grand slam as part of a five-RBI performance, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Tigers' power surge.

  • The game was called after 8 1/3 innings following a 40-minute rain delay.

The players

Kerry Carpenter

A Tigers outfielder who hit a two-run homer as part of a three-RBI game.

Zach McKinstry

A Tigers infielder who hit a two-run homer and drove in three runs.

Matt Vierling

A Tigers outfielder who hit a two-run homer and drove in three runs.

Gleyber Torres

A Tigers infielder who hit a solo home run.

Jordan Walker

A Cardinals outfielder who hit a grand slam and drove in five runs.

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What they’re saying

“We really needed a game like this to get our offense going. The guys did a great job of putting good swings on the ball and taking advantage of some mistakes by their pitchers.”

— A.J. Hinch, Tigers Manager

What’s next

The Tigers and Cardinals will wrap up their three-game series on Sunday, with Detroit sending Keider Montero to the mound to face St. Louis' Kyle Leahy.

The takeaway

The Tigers' offensive outburst was a positive sign for a team looking to bounce back after a slow start to the season. While the Cardinals' Jordan Walker had an impressive performance, the Tigers' power hitting ultimately proved to be the difference in this rain-shortened victory.