Zach McKinstry celebrated Central Michigan University Night at Comerica Park by coming within a double of the cycle, leading the Tigers back from an early deficit for a 7-5 win over the Royals on Friday.

Riley Greene hit his 30th homer, a two-run shot, and the host Detroit Tigers rallied past the Kansas City Royals 7-5 on Friday. Zach McKinstry supplied a solo homer, triple and single, while Gleyber Torres contributed two hits,

Bobby Witt Jr. logged an RBI single and Salvador Perez added a two-run double. Both hits came in the third inning. The Royals didn’t score again until the ninth; Vinnie Pasquantino homered in his fifth consecutive game in the loss.

Detroit Tigers (76-53) at Comerica Park, Detroit, MI The Tigers’ lineup does not boast any superstars, but they are solid up and down with no weak spots. Their worst regular is Javier Báez, who despite some struggles the last few seasons has bounced back this year and was an All-Star.

The Detroit Tigers have their playoff spot all but secured, and AJ Hinch should use this opportunity to call up top prospects.

Tigers' Zach McKinstry: Sitting against right-hander

Zach McKinstry hits a solo home run to right-center field, cutting the Tigers' deficit to 3-1 in the bottom of the 3rd inning