The Detroit Tigers let a late lead slip away in Game 2 of Wednesday’s doubleheader, allowing seven consecutive batters to reach base during a six-run eighth inning in a 9-4 loss to the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. The Tigers (54-33) and Nationals (36-50) split the twinbill and play the series rubber match on Thursday.

The game on Tuesday, July 1 vs. the Nationals has been called off because of rain and there will be doubleheader Wednesday.

Tigers Make Big Justyn Henry-Malloy Move After Nationals Game Wednesday originally appeared on Athlon Sports.