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(WXYZ) — The Detroit Tigers return home for the American League Division Series, their first home playoff game in more than a decade.

After defeating the Cleveland Guardians 3-0 on Tuesday and evening the ALDS series at 1-1, there are two home games at Comerica Park and the Tigers could win the series at home on Thursday.

If you're planning on going to or watching the game, here's everything you need to know.

What time do the games take place?

Game 3 will take place on Wednesday, October 9th, with first pitch at 3:08 p.m

Game 4 will take place on Thursday, October 10, with first pitch at 6:08 p.m

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Pre-game block party

Before Wednesday's game, fans can enjoy a free pre-game block party outside Comerica Park on Witherell St. The opening takes place at 12 p.m

There will be food from Bert's Marketplace and Yum Village, as well as drinks from Detroit City Distillery and a draft beer trailer. Fans can purchase late-season merchandise and hear music from a DJ.

Fans can also check out makeup and airbrush artists, a 360-degree camera, photo ops and a live broadcast from 97.1 The Ticket.

When do the gates open?

Gates open Wednesday at 1 p.m. and Thursday at 4 p.m

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Where to park?

Parking can be purchased in advance at several parking lots around downtown Detroit. You can also park on the street and use the ParkDetroit app.

There are also numerous bars in the area that offer shuttles to and from the game. You can also take advantage of the QLINE Park and Ride offer, where you can park in Midtown for $5 and ride the QLINE for free.

As a reminder, the Detroit People Mover is not running due to track maintenance.

Likely pitchers

Tigers fans have joked about manager AJ Hinch saying playoff pitching is “still open,” and that includes Wednesday's game. Prepare for more “pitching chaos,” as Hinch coined it just before the Astros series.

As for Cleveland, Alex Cobb is expected to start for the Guardians.

This season, Cobb has a 2-1 record with a 2.76 ERA in three games.

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