CLEVELAND, Ohio – In a historic turn of events, the Cleveland Guardians have moved into first place as they continue to battle the Detroit Tigers for the AL Central crown today – Wednesday, Sept. 24 – at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. You can watch this game for free on multiple streaming services.
How do I watch Guardians vs. Tigers for free?
The game will broadcast live on CleGuardians.TV and FanDuel Sports Network Detroit with the first pitch at 6:40 p.m. Eastern. Those who have cut the cable cord can catch the game at no cost by utilizing a free trial from DIRECTV, which is also offering $35 off your first month.
FuboTV also has a free trial and $30 off your first month.
Here are five storylines to watch for tonight’s game:
1. Guardians Engineer Historic Comeback to Tie for Division Lead
The Guardians have erased a 15 1/2 game deficit from July 8 to catch the Detroit Tigers, with both teams now holding identical 85-72 records. With the win, Cleveland now holds the tiebreaker over Detroit and is positioned to complete the greatest division comeback in MLB history if they hold the lead.
2. Tigers Suffer Catastrophic Collapse
Detroit’s freefall continues with its seventh consecutive loss, and the team has now lost 10 of its last 11 games. This slump has put their postseason hopes in jeopardy, as their lead for the final AL wildcard spot has dwindled to just one game over the Houston Astros.
3. A Chaotic Sixth Inning
Yesterday’s momentum shifted dramatically in a wild bottom of the sixth inning when Tigers’ Cy Young ace Tarik Skubal unraveled in front of a boisterous Progressive Field. A costly error, a balk, and a 99-mph fastball that pelted David Fry in the face led to a visibly shaken Skubal giving up the tying run on a follow-up wild pitch. Cleveland scored three runs and took a 3-2 lead into the seventh inning.
4. Cleveland’s Pitching Has Been Elite
The Guardians’ pitching staff has been a primary driver of their success, combining for a season-high 19 strikeouts in the win against Detroit on Sept. 23. Over their last 10 games, Cleveland pitchers have posted an exiguous 1.80 ERA. The Tigers are lugging a 5.09 ERA in that span.
5. Bibee vs. Flaherty
Tonight’s chess match continues with a pitching matchup between the Guardians’ Tanner Bibee (11-11, 4.34 ERA), who has been effective in his last three starts, against the Tigers’ Jack Flaherty (8-14, 4.60 ERA), who has struggled throughout the season.
Here’s more information on how to watch today’s Guardians vs. Tigers game on TV and streaming services:
What: Cleveland Guardians vs. Detroit Tigers
When: Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025
Time: 6:40 p.m. Eastern
Where: Progressive Field | Cleveland, Ohio
Channel: CleGuardians.TV and FanDuel Sports Network Detroit
Best streaming options: DIRECTV (free trial and $35 off your first month) and FuboTV (free trial and $30 off your first month)
This article was created with the assistance of generative AI. It was reviewed and edited by cleveland.com