2008 Detroit Tigers season Game log May

| Date_ | Opponent | Score | Loss | Attendance | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1 | @ Yankees | 8 – 4 | Albaladejo (0–1) | 50993 | 14–15 |
| May 2 | @ Twins | 11 – 1 | Galarraga (2–1) | 33628 | 14–16 |
| May 3 | @ Twins | 4 – 1 | Verlander (1–5) | 28985 | 14–17 |
| May 4 | @ Twins | 7 – 6 | Miner (1–2) | 29821 | 14–18 |
| May 5 | Red Sox | 6 – 3 | Bonderman (2–3) | 39478 | 14–19 |
| May 6 | Red Sox | 5 – 0 | Robertson (1–4) | 38564 | 14–20 |
| May 7 | Red Sox | 10 – 9 | Papelbon (2–1) | 38062 | 15–20 |
| May 8 | Red Sox | 5 – 1 | Verlander (1–6) | 38952 | 15–21 |
| May 9 | Yankees | 6 – 5 | Igawa (0–1) | 44062 | 16–21 |