Houston Astros starting pitcher Framber Valdez throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Seattle Mariners, Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal tosses the ball to first base for an out on a Tampa Bay Rays' Junior Caminero ground ball in the fourth inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez celebrates in the dugout after hitting a home run during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif., Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Jose Altuve also scored. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch, left, and bench coach George Lombard, right, watch from the dugout before a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles, Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)