{
  "id": 5328866,
  "title": "Max Clark Does Something No Tigers Player Has Done Since Miguel Cabrera",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/max-clark-does-something-no-tigers-player-has-done-since-miguel",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-03T12:40:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/max-clark-does-something-no-124011897.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Max Clark's rookie season has already been filled with firsts, including a historical feat on Wednesday. The Detroit Tigers player became the first to record three doubles in a single game since Miguel Cabrera achieved the same milestone in 2018. Clark finished the game 3-for-4 with three doubles, three runs scored, two walks, and an RBI. This productive night was particularly impressive for a 21-year-old still learning the ropes of Major League baseball. The Detroit Tigers were in dire need of an offensive response after being outscored 26-3 in the first two games of the series. Clark's five bases-on-bases in six plate appearances, including three doubles, two walks, and no strikeouts, provided the much-needed offensive spark. The significant moment came in the 11th inning when Clark drove in Ben Malgeri with a double to left field, temporarily putting Detroit ahead 6-5. Despite Minnesota's response in the bottom half, Detroit ultimately secured an 11-6 victory. Any comparison to Cabrera should be taken with a grain of salt, as Clark has been in the Majors for only a month and has been batting just .179 in his previous 10 games. However, this one night does offer a glimpse into what Detroit envisions for the future. Clark has already demonstrated his value through speed, defense, and plate discipline, and his ability to impact games with his bat has become increasingly dangerous. Wednesday's performance added another piece to Clark's evolving rookie season, highlighting a 21-year-old who continues to make waves in the franchise's search for its next core.",
  "summary": "Max Clark recorded three doubles in Detroit’s win over Minnesota, becoming the first Tigers player to accomplish the feat since Miguel Cabrera in 2018.",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}