Instead their spirits were crushed by a three-run walk-off home run by Javier Báez as the Tigers emerged with a wild 10-9 victory. President Trump says the jet is a gift to the Defense Department, not a personal one, but lawmakers are raising concerns about the ethical and national security implications.

Baez thrilled the hometown fans at Comerica Park with a three-run shot that travled 392 feet at an exit velocity of 106 miles per hour and a launch angle of 23 degrees. Baez's home run was his fourth of the season and 24th run batted in of the season as the Tigers did their best to take control of a challenging game in the Motor City.

The Boston Red Sox landed an All-Star caliber third baseman over the offseason, but he was almost a Detroit Tiger. He spoke about the decision earlier this week.