The Detroit Tigers faced the Chicago White Sox and led 2-1 in the ninth inning when a sudden rainstorm interrupted the game, causing fans to evacuate quickly. Commentators noted the unusual speed of fan evacuation and described the weather as "insane" and unlike anything seen in previous years. Play resumed later in the evening after a brief halt. Notably, Spencer Torkelson made headlines prior to the game amid criticism of the Tigers' trade decisions leading up to the deadline.
Tigers color commentator Andy Dirks remarked on the astonishing speed with which fans exited the stadium, while play-by-play announcer Jason Benetti called the weather incident "insane" and unprecedented in his eight years of broadcasting.
As the rain enveloped Rate Field, Jason Benetti shared that the storms were expected to last through 1 a.m., noting the unusual and chaotic nature of the situation.
A pitch by White Sox reliever Brandon Eisert nearly hitting Tigers catcher Dillon Dingler exemplified the tension during the resumed play after the rain delay.
Before the game, Spencer Torkelson made headlines, drawing attention amidst criticism towards the Tigers' trade deadline moves.
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