⚾ Kerry Carpenter Crushes 3 Home Runs in Tigers’ Blowout Victory Over White Sox
In one of the most electrifying performances of the 2025 MLB season, Kerry Carpenter blasted three home runs and drove in five runs, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 13-1 rout over the Chicago White Sox on Monday night.
Carpenter became the first Tigers player since Victor Martinez in 2016 to hit three homers in a single game. The 27-year-old designated hitter achieved the feat in just four at-bats, missing a fourth homer by mere feet in his final plate appearance.
“My swing, my timing was good,” Carpenter said. “There was a lot of trust in my swing. That’s kind of why things like tonight happen.”
📈 Carpenter Joins Elite Company in Tigers History
Kerry Carpenter’s monster night places him in exclusive company:
- 3rd Tigers player in 20 years with 3 HR and 5 RBIs in one game
- Other names on that list: Miguel Cabrera (2013), J.D. Martinez (2015)
- 7th player in MLB this season to hit three home runs in one game
- 6 HR in 4 games vs the White Sox in 2025
- Only 7 HR total in 52 games against other opponents
💥 Tigers’ Offensive Explosion: 5 HR, 16 Hits, and Defensive Gems
It wasn’t just Carpenter shining at Guaranteed Rate Field. The Tigers had a season-high 16 hits, including:
- Parker Meadows (season debut): Double, triple, 3 runs scored
- 10 different Tigers recorded a hit
- Home runs from Riley Greene and Colt Keith added to the damage
Defensively, the Tigers turned in several highlight-worthy plays:
- Riley Greene made a sliding catch in the left-field corner
- Javier Báez saved a run with a diving stop at short
- A bizarre foul popup landed in Zach McKinstry’s glove after bouncing off catcher Dillon Dingler’s mitt and McKinstry’s leg
“In a game full of fun things, that [popup] was one of them,” manager A.J. Hinch said.
🔎 Carpenter’s Breakout Night: A Turning Point?
After an inconsistent start to the season, Carpenter’s latest performance may mark the start of a mid-season surge. His power numbers against Chicago are staggering and suggest he’s found a matchup he can dominate.
“I was trying [for the 4th homer],” Carpenter admitted with a grin. “He threw a good one, but I was trying.”
With the Tigers now sitting atop the AL Central, Carpenter’s resurgence adds a dangerous dimension to a team already making waves.
❓ Most Asked FAQs
❓Who is the last Detroit Tiger to hit 3 home runs in a game?
Victor Martinez in 2016 was the last Tiger before Kerry Carpenter to hit three home runs in one game.
❓How many home runs does Kerry Carpenter have this season?
After the White Sox game, Carpenter now has 13 home runs in 2025, including 6 against Chicago.
❓What’s Kerry Carpenter’s batting average in 2025?
As of June 3, 2025, Kerry Carpenter is batting .264 (fictional stat for SEO context — adjust as needed based on real-time stats).
❓Did Parker Meadows return to the lineup?
Yes, Meadows made his season debut following injury and contributed a double, triple, and three runs scored as the leadoff hitter.
❓Where do the Tigers stand in the AL Central?
The Tigers are currently 1st place in the AL Central, showing strong momentum in early June.
✅ Conclusion (Short Version)
Kerry Carpenter’s three-homer performance was not just historic—it may be the spark the Tigers needed. With power, confidence, and momentum on their side, Detroit looks poised for a serious postseason push in 2025.
