Detroit Tigers take wildcard win [Video]

With their straight second win Wednesday, the Detroit Tigers swept the Houston Astros, advancing past the MLB playoffs’ wildcard round and securing their spot in the American League Division Series (ALDS).

That’s great news for the many Tigers fans who call Windsor home — many of whom stopped by local sports bars to watch as the team progressed further than it has in a decade.

“Loving everything that they’re doing right now,” said lifelong fan Chris Hasiak after Wednesday’s win. “If I wasn’t over there in Detroit, this is where I’d want to be right now.”

Hasiak watched the game at The Loose Goose on Ouellette Avenue with a handful of other fans.

He said the atmosphere during the game was electric, reflecting how beloved the Tigers are in Windsor.

“We love Detroit,” he said. “Let’s go!”

Out on the patio, Randy Russon and his wife Mary almost couldn’t believe it when they saw the Tigers advance.

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