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that year the Tigers won the AL East behind a strong finish, securing the division by the final series vs Toronto, with Toronto wasting a late advantage, as Detroit swept them, sealing their collapse letting the Tigers reach the playoffs. Detroit benefited from timely clutch moments, late-inning rallies, and a decisive bullpen effort, as Toronto faded in the season's denouement. This period became known for a notable pennant-race collapse in the division, as Detroit ultimately prevailed.

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Separated by 250 miles of canadian farmland and two games in the American League East standings, the Toronto Blue Jays and the Detroit Tigers joined battle at

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