Scoreless start snaps tough stretch for Skaggs

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DETROIT — Tyler Skaggs threw six shutout innings at Comerica Park on Sunday, giving the Angels their second straight win and a 4-2 record on a six-game road trip against two contending teams.

Skaggs allowed two hits, issued two walks and hit a batter in the Angels’ 5-0 win against the Tigers. His first quality start in over a month felt extra rewarding considering he had allowed at least four earned runs in four straight starts entering Sunday.

“Anytime you step on the mound, this is one of those things, you try to go out there and put up zeros for the team,” Skaggs said. “Definitely pleased today, especially after my last four. I haven’t been too pleased with them.”

The win in the rubber game against the Tigers came right after taking two of three from the Blue Jays in Toronto. Both teams are …

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