The Curse of 1986

The Curse of 1986 refers to a series of misfortunes associated with the Detroit Tigers' 1986 baseball season, which some fans believed were a result of a supernatural curse. Notably, the team had a strong roster but struggled with injuries and inconsistency, ultimately missing the postseason. This perceived "curse" was linked to events like the death of a popular player, promotional failures, or other setbacks cited by fans to explain the disappointments, although there is no actual supernatural element. It reflects how fans sometimes interpret unlucky streaks as a curse rooted in superstition rather than simply sports dynamics.