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Curtis Granderson hit a grand slam against his former team in the second inning, and CC Sabathia made the lead hold up after a shaky start, helping the New York Yankees to a 9-4 win over the Detroit Tigers on Friday night.  

Curtis Granderson hit a grand slam against his former team in the second inning, and CC Sabathia made the lead hold up after a shaky start, helping the New York Yankees to a 9-4 win over the Detroit Tigers on Friday night.  

Curtis Granderson hit a grand slam against his former team in the second inning, and CC Sabathia made the lead hold up after a shaky start, helping the New York Yankees to a 9-4 win over the Detroit Tigers on Friday night.  

The Tigers did fine in the 2009 trade, getting back four players including centerfielder Austin Jackson and reliever Phil Coke from the Yanks and starter Max Scherzer for from the Diamondbacks. But Granderson has 58 home runs since the start of ...  

DETROIT -- One starting pitcher was a five-time All-Star and a former AL Cy Young winner. The other was making his ... Crosby walked four and gave up a grand slam to former Tigers outfielder Curtis Granderson in a five-run second inning that ...  

Detroit Tigers outfielders Austin Jackson (abdominal injury) and Andy Dirks (Achilles tendon) remain day-to-day, but manager Jim Leyland said the team can’t afford to remain short-handed much longer. That’s because interleague play looms ...  

For all the good Berry has done in replacing an injured Austin Jackson in the Detroit Tigers' lineup, tonight will be his first game at Comerica Park. Berry has hit safely in eight of nine games and is hitting .333 with nine runs scored.  

Single Derek Jeter singled to center. Runner on first with none out and Curtis Granderson due up. Out Curtis Granderson struck out looking. Runner on first with one out and Mark Teixeira due up. Out Mark Teixeira lined out to left. Runner on ...  

When the Boston Red Sox pitching staff looks back upon the 2012 season and reminisces about all the good times had on the mound, it is doubtful that Thursday's game against the Detroit Tigers will be a part...  

Detroit Tigers catcher Alex Avila passed an MLB-mandated concussion test Thursday and is expected to return to the teams lineup Saturday. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers catcher Alex Avila talks with home plate umpire Tim Tschida after taking a foul tip by Boston Red Sox Ryan Sweeney to the mask during the third inning at Fenway Park in Boston on Thursday. DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers catcher Alex Avila passed an MLB...  

If Austin Jackson hadn't got hurt a couple of weeks ago, Quintin Berry would probably still be toiling in Triple-A right now. He's in the majors due to necessity.Regardless, the dude is definitely making the most of his opportunity. The Detroit Tigers are finding out more and more that Berry is a heck of a ballplayer.Berry had his finest game yet against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on Thursday night. He made his presence felt all night...  

Leyland, Lamont tossed after Red Soxs three-run second inning, which should have ended without a run scoring. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland argues with Bill Welke after the first-base umpire ejected him, while Leyland was standing in the dugout, from the Tigers' 7-4 loss to the Boston Red Sox on Monday.BOSTON – The Detroit Tigers will see red plenty of times this week in Boston, but it...  

Bleacher ReportDetroit Tigers' lineups: Job of salvaging a win vs. Boston Red Sox falls to ...MLive.comBy David Mayo | dmayo@mlive.com BOSTON – The ailing Detroit Tigers send Max Scherzer to the mound tonight, hoping to salvage a victory in the finale of a four-game series against the Boston Red Sox and avoid slipping five games under .500 for the first ...Detroit Tigers: The Jim Leyland Show Is Coming to an EndBleacher ReportState of the...  

Brookens joins manager Jim Leyland, third-base coach Gene Lamont in being ejected during this four-game set. Tom BrookensBOSTON – Detroit Tigers first-base coach Tom Brookens was ejected before the second inning of tonight's game against the Boston Red Sox. Brookens was tossed by first-base umpire Jeff Nelson, apparently for arguing a play the previous inning when Brennan Boesch was ruled out...  

That's been the trend for the Detroit Tigers on this 10-game road trip, and they'll be looking to avoid the wrong end tonight in a series finale against the Boston Red Sox. Detroit's road trip began by losing three in a row to the Cleveland ...  

Wherein we go for the sweep. Josh Beckett #19 / Pitcher / Boston Red Sox Height: 6-5 Weight: 225 Bats: R Throws: R Born: May 15, 1980 W-L G GS CG SHO SV BS IP H R ER HR BB K ERA WHIP 2012 - Josh Beckett 4-4 9 9 0 0 0 0 56.1 52 26 26 9 15 45 4.15 1.19 Max Scherzer #37 / Pitcher / Detroit Tigers Height: 6-3 Weight: 220 Bats: R Throws: R Born: Jul 27, 1984...  

Anaheim, CA – Curtis Granderson and Robinson Cano both homered in a five-run third inning, as the New York Yankees avoided being swept by cooling off the surging Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim with a 6-5 win on Wednesday. Granderson hit a three ...  

Tigers need a right-handed bat during the absences of Austin Jackson and Ryan Raburn and deemed .316-hitting Laird their best choice. Gerald Laird BOSTON – A Detroit Tigers team looking for offensive punch will use Gerald Laird as designated hitter tonight, which may be more than a stop-gap situation until they find a suitable right-handed hitter to fill the gaps left by Austin Jackson's injury and...  

Curtis Granderson and Robinson Cano homered during New ... 500 after getting above the mark for the only time since winning on opening day. After Russell Martin drew a leadoff walk and Derek Jeter singled in the third, Granderson put his 16th homer of ...  

The stadium also features a liquid fireworks display that is ... including Nemo's Bar and Grill, which is located at 1384 Michigan. After the game, if you and your party are up for some gambling, there are few casinos close to Comerica Park, including ...  

Following the Detroit Tigers' frustrating 7-4 loss in the first game of a four-game set against the Boston Red Sox on Monday, Tigers manager Jim Leyland had to toe a fine line in regards to his post-game comments. After being ejected in the ...  

Delmon Young, who initially was not slated to start after a court date in New York, was at the center of late lineup switch and will be the Tigers DH. Justin VerlanderBOSTON – After initially saying Delmon Young wouldn't start tonight, Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland pulled a late lineup switch today.  Young will bat fifth, as designated hitter, for a 7:05 p.m. game against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway...  

The Tigers dont have any all-time great arms in their outfield, but Austin Jackson is probably the teams most consistently strong arm. AP File PhotoNot only does Austin Jackson's speed give him outstanding range, but his strong arm makes him the Detroit Tigers' best defensive weapon in the outfield. Glen Edward Gorbous – a Canadian who had a three-year Major League Baseball stint with the Philadelphia...  

I was having a conversation with someone a little while back about Curtis Granderson, and the person insisted that he doesn't like Granderson as a center fielder. Granderson may not be the best defensive center fielder on the team, as that title probably belongs to Brett Gardner. However, for the most part, Granderson had passed my eye test as an above average center fielder. Since that conversation took place, I've seen Granderson...  

On Tuesday, the Tigers high-octane offense treated the Chicago White Sox to a sneak peak as to what Jim Leyland has been talking about all along. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers starter Max Scherzer delivers a pitch in the first inning against the Chicago White Sox in Chicago on Tuesday. (AP Photo) CHICAGO -- Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland has said it was only a matter of time before his team’s heavy-hitting...  

General manager Dave Dombrowski: "It depends upon how long the hearing takes and the flight schedule. We are hopeful that he will not miss the game." AP File PhotoDelmon Young has a court appearance scheduled for Tuesday and could miss the game that night between the Detroit Tigers and the Boston Red Sox.MINNEAPOLIS -- The Detroit Tigers might be without outfielder Delmon Young on Tuesday in the second...  

Nick Swisher and Curtis Granderson did their best Gary Sheffield and Bubba Crosby impressions, though both survived their outfield collision. * The Yankees battled back, getting home runs from Granderson and Mark Teixeira. * Russell Martin had a ...  

BOSTON (AP) Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland and third-base coach Gene Lamont were ejected in the third inning of Monday's game against the Boston Red Sox. Leyland was upset over a call that allowed Boston's Mike Aviles to stay at the plate in the second.  

Tigers manager Leyland ejected in 3d in Boston Tigers manager Leyland ejected in 3d in Boston Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland and third-base coach Gene Lamont were ejected in the third inning of Monday's game against the Boston Red Sox.More >> Anton ...  

Curtis Granderson wore a special pair of cleats and a wristband Monday in remembrance of Brian Bluhm, a longtime Detroit Tigers fan. Brian Bluhm Former Detroit Tigers outfielder Curtis Granderson remembered a baseball legend Sunday when he wore customized cleats in honor of Jackie Robinson. He offered a similar tribute Monday night -- only this time, he honored a man that wasn’t as recognizable outside...  

Curtis Granderson has 180 career homeruns through yesterday. Of these, 120 have come with the bases empty. Yes, one-twenty. Picking up on what I mentioned two years ago on this, 68 of those 120 have come with no outs. So, two-thirds of Granderson’s career homeruns are solo homeruns and half of those have come with [...]  

Late-inning relievers Octavio Dotel, Phil Coke, Joaquin Benoit didn't allow a hit, combining to pitch 1 2/3 shutout innings. Jose Valverde pitched a scoreless ninth to record his fifth save. Austin Jackson led off the Tigers' scoring with a ...  

Jackson: "You cant control that. Thats just one of those things where its hit in the right place at the right time." AP PhotoAustin Jackson climbs the wall in right-center field Sunday afternoon in an attempt to catch a ball Curtis Granderson hit over the fence. Jackson had the ball in his glove momentarily before his glove hit the post that sticks out above the fence and knocked the ball loose. NEW YORK...  

NEW YORK -- Curtis Granderson hit three home runs in the first four innings and matched a career high with five hits, leading the New York Yankees to a 7-6 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday night.Granderson homered in each of his first three at-bats, driving in four runs, and helped Phil Hughes overcome a four-run first to secure his first victory of the season.Read More... More on MLB  

Austin Jackson will be placed on the 15-day disabled list Friday after missing seven games with a left abdominal strain and leaving the struggling Tigers with a shorthanded bench. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers' Austin Jackson bats against the Chicago White Sox in a game Sunday in Detroit. CLEVELAND -- In the end, the Detroit Tigers simply couldn't wait around for Austin Jackson any longer. Jackson will be...  

Wednesday certainly wasnt the first time Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland had found himself in a no-win situation. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander throws during the second inning of a game against the Boston Red Sox in Detroit on April 5. (AP Photo) DETROIT -- Wednesday certainly wasn’t the first time Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland had found himself in a no-win situation...  

Austin Jackson participated in on-field activities and said Sunday he wasnt able to run at full speed due to continued soreness in a left abdomen that he injured Wednesday. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers' Austin Jackson takes an at-bat during a game between the Detroit Tigers and the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday in Lakeland, Fla. DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland had hoped to have a healthy Austin...  

Yes…even Billy Curtis had more range! According to Fangraphs, currently, Curtis Granderson is the worst fielding center fielder in baseball with a UZR of -9.7. Baseball-reference.co pretty much agrees and assigns him a -6 runs lost in fielding thus far. Baseball Prospectus has him at -2.7 thus far but rated him in the “horrendous” category last year. In fact, Fangraphs rates only Angel Pagan worse than Curtis Granderson if you combine last...  

CLEVELAND -- It's unclear if Austin Jackson will require a stint on the 15-day disabled list, but at this point, it's a strong possibility. "Right now, as we speak, it doesn’t look particularly good," manager Jim Leyland said following the ...  

DETROIT - For the second year in a ... must have current insurance coverage. If selected, a registration fee of $115 will apply, which includes a car show space, two tickets to the Tigers vs. Royals game, two food vouchers for use within ...  

It's still very early in the year, but Austin Jackson is really getting my hopes up.When Detroit traded away my favorite player at the time in Curtis Granderson after the 2009 season, I was convinced the Tigers would not be able to recover from losing such a great center fielder and leadoff hitter, who was just getting ready to hit his prime.Then I heard about this prospect named Austin Jackson that they were getting in return, and was a bit...  

The Yankees won 6-2 today, thanks to an outstanding performance from ace starter CC Sabathia, and home runs off the bats of Curtis Granderson and Andruw Jones. CC Sabathia was spectacular, giving up two runs in eight innings of work, while only walking two and striking out eight. CC got his third win of the season, and pitched a much needed low pitch count game. The bullpen was only used for one inning, as David Robertson set...  

The club has pronounced Sunday as Kids Opening Day at the downtown ballpark where the defending American League Central division champions host the Boston Red Sox. View full sizeJosh Slagter | MLive.comThe Comerica Park grounds crew works on the field to prepare it for the Detroit Tigers' season opener.The Detroit Tigers already have had their Opening Day at Comerica Park.Now, it's time for the kids to...  

Curtis Granderson is leading everyone in the MLB not named Josh Hamilton in homeruns this season, but what I find to be more impressive is his college degree. After all, there is an All-Star team assembled in the end midst of every season. In this season ...  

Opposing baserunners successfully steal 79.2 percent of the time against Valverde. AP FIle PhotoOpposing runners have stolen base successfully on 79 percent of their attempts versus Jose Valverde during his career. DETROIT -- The steal by Boston Red Sox pinch-runner Darnell McDonald in the ninth inning of the season opener did not make a difference in the outcome of the game. But it could have. McDonald...  

Centerfielder Quintin Berry — called up from Toledo Wednesday to replace Austin Jackson — singled to drive in another run, and the Tigers went on to win, 10-6. Detroit collected ... Jhonny Peralta didn’t get a hit — Avila’s double ...  

Reddick now ranks sixth in the American League in home runs. Kurt Suzuki made it 6-2 with a sacrifice fly to center field, but the ball he hit could have easily done more damage. Suzuki hit the ball to the deepest part of the park and Curtis Granderson ...  

Austin Jackson was initially penciled into the teams lineup around 4:30 p.m. Tuesday shortly after he hit off the tee and took soft toss in the batting cage. AP File PhotoDetroit Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson was scratched from Tuesday's game against the Cleveland Indians. DETROIT -- Austin Jackson will miss his fifth straight game. Jackson was initially penciled into the team's lineup around 4:30 p...  

Playing on the same field it watches the Detroit Tigers play on, Jackson Lumen Christi rallied late to come ... for us to get our 20th win here is very exciting for us,” said Lumen Christi coach Phil Clifford. Hackett took the early lead, scoring a ...  

DETROIT -- Austin Jackson is out once again, leaving manager Jim Leyland with a shorthanded bench for the fourth straight game in the Detroit Tigers' series finale Sunday. In his place, Don Kelly will bat leadoff again and start in center with ...  

Todays lineup could very well be the one Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland will trot out Opening Day against the Boston Red Sox. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers Miguel Cabrera signs autographs following a spring training game in Sarasota, Fla., Friday, March 30. (AP Photo) LAKELAND, Fla. -- Take a good look at today's lineup against Toronto. It could very well be the one Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland will...  

Prince Fielder may have made the most important debut at Comerica Park on Thursday, but it certainly wasnt the biggest. View full sizeJosh Slagter | MLive.comThe new scoreboard at Comerica Park was on display.Prince Fielder may have made the most important debut at Comerica Park on Thursday, but it certainly wasn't the biggest. Also being showcased for the first time, in left field, was the stadium's...  

Detroit Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson and closer Jose Valverde remain day-to-day as they continue to battle strains that could keep them sidelined this weekend. AP File PhotoDetroit Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson remains day-to-day with a left abdominal strain. DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson and closer Jose Valverde remain day-to-day as they continue to battle strains that could...  

Detroit Tigers center fielder Austin Jackson exited Wednesdays game in the fourth inning with a mild abdominal strain. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers' Austin Jackson hits an RBI single in the second inning against the Minnesota Twins in Detroit on Wednesday. (AP Photo) DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers center fielder Austin Jackson exited Wednesday's game in the fourth inning with a mild abdominal strain.He's listed day...  

CLEVELAND — Detroit placed center fielder and leadoff hitter Austin Jackson on the 15-day disabled list with an abdominal strain. The move, retroactive to May 17, was made Thursday following a 2-1 loss to Cleveland that completed a three-game sweep.  

With Austin Jackson sidelined by a day-to-day abdominal strain, Don Kelly will bat leadoff and start in center field in Thursdays series finale against Minnesota. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers left fielder Don Kelly chases down an RBI single hit by Chicago White Sox's A.J. Pierzynski in the first inning in Chicago on Tuesday. Detroit won 10-8. (AP Photo) DETROIT -- With Austin Jackson sidelined by a day-to-day...  

None on with one out and Curtis Granderson due up. Out Curtis Granderson grounded out second to first. None on with two outs and Robinson Cano due up. Single Robinson Cano singled to second. Runner on first with two outs and Alex Rodriguez due up.  

Curtis Granderson doubled to right field with one out and ... Don Kelly, starting in left field in place of Delmon Young, walked to lead off the second and scored when Brad Eldred tripled in his his first major league at-bat since the 2010 ...  

He drives in four runs and matches a career high with five hits in the 7-6 victory over the Minnesota Twins.NEW YORK -- Curtis Granderson hit three home runs in the first four innings and matched a career high with five hits Thursday night to lead the New York Yankees to a 7-6 victory over the Minnesota Twins.  

Jackson reached base four times in five plate appearances Sunday. He finished the game with a single, three walks, two runs scored, an RBI and a stolen base. AP PhotoAustin Jackson celebrates with teammates Sunday afternoon after scoring a run in a 3-1 victory over the Oakland A's.OAKLAND, Calif. -- Austin Jackson led the Detroit Tigers in strikeouts last season. This season, he leads them in walks. The...  

Andy Pettitte's first start since coming out of a one-year retirement vs. the Seattle Mariners at Yankee Stadium on Sunday (1:05 p.m. ET) has created a huge buzz in the Bronx. The New York Yankees' decorated starter left baseball after 2010 but shockingly ...  

Verlander allowed just two hits and one walk in seven innings pitched. He struck out eight. AP PhotoJustin Verlander delivers a pitch Sunday afternoon in the finale of a four-game series against the Oakland A's.OAKLAND, Calif. -- Justin Verlander dominated. The Detroit Tigers needed him to.The Tigers continued to struggle offensively Sunday afternoon but scratched out a 3-1 victory over the Oakland A's...  

The trio of blasts comes in the first four innings, but he misses in his two chances to tie the major league record of four homers in a game. He matches a career high with five hits.NEW YORK — Curtis Granderson hit three home runs in the first four innings and matched a career high with five hits, leading the New York Yankees to a 7-6 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday night.  

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Indians RHP Josh Tomlin, on the disabled list with wrist tendinitis since May 8, is scheduled to threw a 50-pitch bullpen session Thursday. ... Barry started in center as Austin Jackson missed his sixth game with an abdominal strain. Manager Jim ...  

The Ann Arbor News - MLive.comVideo: Lions' Calvin Johnson hits home run at Comerica ParkDetroit Free PressDetroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland talks with Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson after he took batting practice with the Tigers before their game against the Pittsburgh Pirates on May 18, 2012. / Julian H. Gonzalez / DFP Lions' wide receiver ...Video: Detroit Lions' Calvin Johnson launches homer during Detroit Tigers ...The Ann...  

The Detroit Tigers plan to host a Law Enforcement Appreciation Night at Comerica Park this week. The team says Thursday night's events are dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers and their families.  

Don Kelly will spell outfielder Austin Jackson, who has played in 31 of the teams 32 games, in center field and at the leadoff spot. AP File PhotoDetroit Tigers' Don Kelly watches his solo home run against the Philadelphia Phillies in the fourth inning of a spring training game in Lakeland, Fla. on March 9. (AP Photo) DETROIT -- Austin Jackson is getting breather today. So, too, are Jhonny Peralta and...  

New York— Never did it appear Curtis Granderson's fourth-inning drive was headed anywhere but into those blue seats, just to the right of the Yankees bullpen at Yankee Stadium. Austin Jackson saw it differently. Granderson's blast sailed ...  

Since the relationship began in 2001, fans have watched some of the best prospects in baseball come through Erie including Justin Verlander, Curtis Granderson, Alex Avila, Brennan Boesch, Cody Ross and over ... improvements at Jerry Uht Park, the ongoing ...  

Stuck at work and cant make it out to Comerica Park? No worries. Were here to help. AP PhotoThe Detroit Tigers take batting practice before their game against the Boston Red Sox in Detroit on Thursday. (AP Photo) Editor's note: Hit refresh to view the most recent updates. DETROIT -- Stuck at work and can't make it out to Comerica Park? No worries. We're here to help. Join MLive.com's James Schmehl at 1...  

Gary Pettis had hits on the first and last pitch thrown to his team in a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on July 29, 1989. AP PhotoAustin Jackson singles home the winning run Thursday in the season opener against the Boston Red Sox. Jackson got a hit on the first and last pitch thrown to his team Thursday to become the first Tigers player to accomplish that feat since 1989. How rare is it for a player...  

The Boston Red Sox (0-2) and Detroit Tigers (2-0) will close out a season-opening three-game American League series on Sunday afternoon at Comerica Park Boston Red Sox at Detroit Tigers  Boston hopes to salvage a game in its trip to the Motor City before heading off for a three-game set with Toronto inside the Rogers [...]  

On a picturesque night with the Detroit skyline dimming in the background, the MSU baseball team got a taste of the big leagues as they downed Central Michigan, 5-2, in the second annual Clash at Comerica — played in the home of the Detroit Tigers, Comerica Park.  

They received RP Daniel Schlereth and SP Max Scherzer from the Diamondbacks, and Phil Coke and Austin Jackson from the Bronx Bombers.  The Yankees sent Ian Kennedy to the Diamondbacks. With that broken down it could be easy to say the ...  

NEW YORK -- It'll rank as one of the more amazing nonplays you'll see. Tigers centerfielder Austin Jackson went airborne with Jordanesque grace and certainty just inside the warning track Sunday, pirouetting a couple of feet above and beyond the ...  

A report from thestreet.com shows Detroit's Comerica Park has the honor of serving the most expensive beer at Major League Baseball games. At Comerica Park, a small draft beer is a whopping $8.75. The Tigers beat the MLB beer price average ...  

NEW YORK--The home runs just keep piling up for New York Yankees center fielder Curtis Granderson. "Balance-wise, I feel okay," said Granderson, who homered on Saturday and Sunday vs. Detroit. "The main thing for me is basically the timing and rhythm.  

Leyland: "I think Im going to get (Austin Jackson) out of there. Hes struggled a little bit, but hes hit some balls really hard and hasnt had much to show for it." AP File PhotoAustin Jackson is likely to get the night off tonight when the Detroit Tigers face Seattle Mariners ace Felix Hernandez. DETROIT -- Manager Jim Leyland said he is likely to give Austin Jackson the night off Wednesday night against...  

You can't fault Derek Jeter, Curtis Granderson or A-Rod for tonight's loss (well, maybe A-Rod a little, but we'll get to that later), for they all had at least two hits while the rest the of the lineup went 0-21. You read that right, zero hits in 21 at-bats. The Yanks only run came on a monstrous shot off the upper deck facade in right field off Granderson's bat. Baltimore's Brian Matusz won his first game since June of last year...  

A local band is asking the community to help them play for the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park in June. The Steve Drzewicki Band of Bay City is in the running to play at Polish American Night on June 1. You can cast your vote on the Tigers’ Facebook once a day until Friday, April 7.  

DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson and closer Jose Valverde remain day-to-day as they continue to battle strains that could keep them sidelined this weekend. Jackson is battling a left abdominal strain that he suffered Wednesday ...  

NEW YORK -- Brett Gardner's injury has made it difficult for manager Joe Girardi to find time off for his other outfielders, such as center fielder Curtis Granderson and right fielder Raul Ibanez ... baseman Wilson Valdez's throwing error.  

The Tigers trailed 7-5, 10-7 and 12-10 in their game against the Boston Red Sox, but rallied each time to tie the score or take the lead. AP PhotoMembers of the Detroit Tigers surround catcher Alex Avila on Sunday after he hit a two-run home run in the bottom of the 11th inning to give the Tigers their third straight win to start the season. DETROIT -- The Detroit Tigers do not want to make a habit out of...  

Oh, he's something sort of "Grandish" indeed. Curtis Granderson started his evening with three home runs, a solo shot, a two-run bomb, and a solo line drive over the wall, that ultimately helped the Yankees pick up a 7-6 win. With the win, the Yankees improve their record to 7-6 and split the series with the Minnesota Twins. Granderson is the first Yankee to hit three home runs in a game since Alex Rodriguez accomplished that...  

Detroit Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson has tried a handful of times, but Mondays inside-the-park home run was his first. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers' Austin Jackson, right, celebrates his two-run inside the park home run with Jhonny Peralta in the second inning against the Houston Astros in a spring training baseball game in Kissimmee, Fla. on Tuesday. (AP Photo) KISSIMMEE, Fla. -- Detroit Tigers outfielder...  

Alex Avila broke a scoreless tie a two-out double in the seventh inning against Red Sox ace Jon Lester. Josh Slagter | MLive.comDetroit Tigers ace Justin Verlander pitched eight shutout innings, but didn't get the win against Boston.DETROIT -- Justin Verlander pitched just like he did last season.Jose Valverde did not.But the Detroit Tigers pulled out the victory anyway.Austin Jackson singled with the...  

With 105 pitches already under his belt, Detroit Tigers ace Justin Verlander knew the eighth inning would be his last against the Boston Red Sox. Watch video DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers ace Justin Verlander said he could’ve pitched a complete game in Thursday's 3-2 Opening Day win. Then again, when doesn't Justin Verlander say he can pitch a complete game? But with 105 pitches already...  

Anthony Swarzak knew he had trouble with Curtis Granderson. Not this much trouble. Granderson hit three home runs in the first four innings and matched a career high with five hits, leading the New York Yankees to a 7-6 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday night.  

The Tigers are overwhelming favorites to win the division, but any team -- no matter how good it appears to be -- needs to stay healthy. AP PhotoDoug Fister delivers a pitch early in the game Saturday against the Boston Red Sox. Fister left the game in the fourth injury due to a strained left side. DETROIT -- The Detroit Tigers are overwhelming favorites to win the American League Central Division. But...  

A new report published online today had plenty of metro Detroiters fretting in social media about the beer prices at Comerica Park. One problem: the report was not accurate, a spokesman for the Detroit Tigers said. Digital financial news company ...  

USA TODAYYankees Curtis Granderson goes home run crazyUSA TODAYNEW YORK (AP) – Curtis Granderson hit three home runs in the first four innings for the New York Yankees against the Minnesota Twins on Thursday night. By Tim Farrell, The (Newark) Star-Ledger via US Presswire Curtis Granderson takes a curtain call ...and more »  

Cabrera hit .455 (5-for-11) with three home runs and eight RBIs in a three-game series against the Boston Red Sox. AP PhotoMiguel Cabrera celebrates with Prince Fielder after hitting a three-run home run Sunday in the ninth inning of a 13-12 victory over Boston. Miguel Cabrera has been named American League Player of the Week. Cabrera hit .455 (5-for-11) with three home runs and eight RBIs in a three-game...  

Scherzer will make his first start of the season today against the Boston Red Sox. AP File PhotoDetroit Tigers pitcher Max Scherzer said the fact that he started throwing earlier in the offseason had him more physically prepared for spring training. DETROIT -- Max Scherzer started throwing earlier this offseason than he did in years past and said doing so helped him feel more physically prepared for spring...  

Curtis Granderson was the latest player to join the injury report, as the Yankees scratched the center fielder shortly before Tuesday night’s game with soreness in his right elbow.   “He reported that his elbow is a little sore, so as a precaution we’re going to keep him out of today’s game ...  

The Detroit Tigers' Austin Jackson is off to a hot start in 2012. With a great start in the field and a .311/.392/.511 triple-slash, Jackson is currently tied for 2nd in the majors in WAR with Josh Hamilton. Earlier, I wrote about Chase Headley when he was at the top of the WAR leaderboards and discussed whether or not he could sustain it. Now the man sitting at 2nd is Jackson, sitting at 1.8 fWAR and not just because of defense...  

Curtis Granderson posted ridiculous numbers in 2011 ... Granderson has already launched an AL-leading nine home runs (tied with Josh Hamilton) and driven in 17 runs. His line has actually shown improvement from last season at .276/.394/.  

Verlander finished the spring with a 2-0 record, a 2.03 ERA, 25 strikeouts and just three walks. AP PhotoJustin Verlander delivers a pitch to the plate Saturday in his final Grapefruit League start. He will pitch Thursday in the season opener against the Boston Red Sox.LAKELAND, Fla. -- The final Grapefruit League outing of the spring for Justin Verlander began with a 96-mph fastball. It ended when a...  

(Sports Network) - The Detroit Tigers try to make it two straight wins to start the season this afternoon when they continue a three-game series with the Boston Red Sox at Comerica Park. The Tigers won in dramatic fashion on Wednesday, as they watched Jose ...  

Granderson's last two RBIs--acquired on a bases-loaded walk and solo homer--helped New York beat the Detroit ... Granderson became the first player in history to hit three homers in a single game at the current Yankee Stadium. He hadn't reached the eight ...  

Picture this: You're Jim Leyland, and your task at hand is to pick the perfect starting lineup for the Detroit Tigers 2012 Opening Day game against the Boston Red Sox. To build your lineup, click on a player on the right, then drag that player ...  

It's always a little quiet on Spring Break weekend. But if you're stuck in Michigan, that's Ok. We have plenty do this weekend. 5. Paula Poundstone, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Kalamazoo State Theatre She always delivers the funny. The veteran comedian ...  

Detroit— Tigers manager Jim Leyland said before Saturday's game the Tigers could be getting back to full strength soon. With center fielder Austin Jackson (mild abdominal strain) and closer Jose Valverde (back strain) out, the Tigers have had ...  

Austin Jackson hasn't played since May 16 against the Minnesota Twins because of a strained abdominal muscle, but the Detroit Tigers had yet to put him on the disabled list until Thursday night. After their game against the Cleveland Indians, a game that ...  

DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers center fielder Austin Jackson exited Wednesday's game in the fourth inning with an unspecified injury. The injury appeared to have occurred in his fourth-inning at-bat when he flied out to center for the third out.  

Coach throws out ceremonial first pitch prior to Detroit Tigers 10-0 thrashing of the Boston Red Sox. Courtesy Angela HernandezLeft to right, Detroit Tigers outfielder Brennan Boesch, Comerica Bank senior vice-president Al Taylor, Kalamazoo Central High School principal Von Washington Jr., Kalamazoo Central baseball coach Scott Spada and Spada's son, Joey, pose for a photo during the Grand Slam Grant...  

Never did it appear Grandersons fourth-inning drive was headed anywhere but into those blue seats, just to the right of the Yankees bullpen at Yankee Stadium. Jackson saw it differently.  

Miguel Cabrera and Prince Fielder came up with the big hits in the eighth inning to give the Tigers the lead and the eventual victory, but the Tigers would have been in no position to win without Jackson and Porcello. AP PhotoRick Porcello allowed two runs in seven innings pitched Tuesday afternoon as the Detroit Tigers improved to 4-0 with a 5-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. DETROIT -- A baseball team...  

Curtis Granderson's bat? Significantly less polite ... commissioners asked the county attorney to analyze the lease agreement that ties the Rays Major League Baseball team to St. Petersburg until 2027. Commissioners want to know if the contract prohibits ...  

Twitter's always been good for directing the user to big moments as they happen ... Last night was one of those rare moments. Early in the evening, Curtis Granderson cracked a first-inning home run to right center field to begin the Yankees' comeback ...  

NEW YORK — Curtis Granderson hit three home runs in the first four innings and matched a career high with five hits, leading the New York Yankees to a 7-6 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday night.  

On the fifth anniversary of the tragedy, Granderson wore wrist bands and cleats with Brian Bluhms name stitched on them. Bluhm, one of the 32 who died, was a die hard Tigers fan. Granderson was his favorite player.  

Curtis Granderson put on a historic display of power Thursday night, leading the New York Yankees past the Minnesota Twins, 7-6, by slugging a (current) Yankee Stadium all-time high three home runs. Granderson, who went 5-for-5 with four RBIs in New York's ...  

The Detroit Tigers just wrapped up a three-game set against the Cleveland Indians in which they were largely ineffective. One reason for that is the fact that they were without center fielder Austin Jackson, who has missed time with an abdominal ...  

The most impressive thing is that Curtis Granderson HIT THREE HOME RUNS IN FOUR INNINGS ... Yu Darvish: Darvish made the best start of his still young Major Leagye career last night, and showed why the Texas Rangers made a $100 million investment in ...  

NEW YORK - Curtis Granderson, right, hit three home runs in the first four innings and matched a career high with five hits, leading the Yankees over Minnesota on Thursday night. Granderson homered in each of his first...  

"I still don't feel 100 percent there," Granderson said. "I'm still working with Kevin Long, still trying to get things right. The big thing is still timing, it's one of the things I've been battling with all spring and into this season ...  

Curtis Granderson had a pretty good week in just one night. The Yankees' center fielder had the fantasy performance of the season, going 5-for-5 with three homers, three runs scored, and four RBIs. He began the day hitting .208 with three home runs and six ...  

New Balance recently signed Andre Ethier, and now we see that they’ve decided to sign New York Yankees center-fielder, Curtis Granderson. It’s definitely a winning situation for both sides, as he will endorse the performance brand, and New Balance will assist the All-Star with his charitable causes. Check out the images of his PEs, as well as his [...]  

With Phil Hughes faltering early on Thursday night, the chances of the Yankees dropping three of four games to the Minnesota Twins started looking very real at Yankee Stadium. Enter Curtis Granderson. With three homers already to his credit in 2012, the ...  

New York Yankees OF Curtis Granderson's three-home run game on April 19 was impressive. Granderson clocked a trio of long balls within the first four innings, and then completed his evening with a couple of singles. This allowed him to be able to boast of ...  

CLEVELAND -- The Detroit Tigers might have to make a decision soon about whether to put center fielder Austin Jackson on the disabled list. A number of factors are coming together to necessitate such a decision: • Jackson today will miss his ...  

NEW YORK — Anthony Swarzak knew he had trouble with Curtis Granderson. Not this much trouble. Granderson hit three home runs in the first four innings and matched a career high with five hits, leading the New York Yankees to a 7-6 victory over the ...  

NEW YORK — Curtis Granderson hit three home runs in the first four innings for the New York Yankees against Minnesota on Thursday night. With a chance to tie the major league record of four homers in a game, Granderson lined a clean single in ...  

"That’s the thing we’ve been doing the last few weeks really well is making sure we clean everything up and play good defense behind our pitching staff," Davis said. Teixeira hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the seventh inning and Curtis Granderson ...  

Before you head to bed tonight, you might hear a thing or two about the game Curtis Granderson had, hitting three home runs and generally breaking out for an early lead in the MVP race. Yes, it is far too early to predict who the MVP will be in the 2012 ...  

TORONTO -- Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter was given the day off for Wednesday's series opener against the Blue Jays. Jayson Nix started at short, batting ninth, while Curtis Granderson shifted up to leadoff, Jeter's spot in the order. Yankees ...  

CLEVELAND -- The Detroit Tigers placed centerfielder Austin Jackson on the 15-day disabled list today following their 2-1 loss to the Cleveland Indians. Jackson missed his seventh straight game today because of an abdominal strain. Ryan Raburn ...  

One of the very few counterexamples of the past 30 years, as it happens, was another Yankee acquisition, Paul O'Neill. But such mid-career conversions are rare. Granderson improved sufficiently against lefties in his first New York season—a .647 OPS—to ...  

In 2011, both New York Yankees center fielder Curtis Granderson and Boston Red Sox center fielder Jacoby Ellsbury had breakout years and were inextricably linked as the center fielders of the two most prominent franchises in the American League. Both took ...  

Hughes allowed four runs on four hits and one walk over ... loading the bases with two outs against Matusz and Darren O’Day. A-Rod stepped up with a chance to cut into Baltimore’s lead, but he popped up O’Day’s first pitch, fouling ...  

NEW YORK - Anthony Swarzak knew he had trouble with Curtis Granderson. Not this much trouble. Granderson hit three home runs in the first four innings and matched a career high with five hits, leading the New York Yankees to a 7-6 victory over ...  

After Alex Rodriguez singled, Mark Teixeira added a two-run shot for his first homer of the season to cut the deficit to 4-3. The Yankees continued the offensive onslaught in the second inning. With two outs, Nunez doubled and was driven in on a ...  

DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Tigers already have had their Opening Day at Comerica Park. Now, it's time for the kids to have theirs. The club has pronounced Sunday as Kids Opening Day at the downtown ballpark where the defending American League ...  

... Granderson hit three home runs in the first four innings for the New York Yankees against Minnesota on Thursday night. With a chance to tie the major league record of four homers in a game, Granderson lined a clean single in the sixth inning.  

Reigning American League Most Valuable Player and Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander takes the hill for the Detroit Tigers this afternoon as they kick off their 2012 campaign against the Boston Red Sox at Comerica Park.  

Right fielder Nick Swisher rocked a three-run double to right-center off Angels starter Ervin Santana (L, 0-2) (6.0 IP, 6H, 5R) in the first inning, and Alex Rodriguez and Curtis Granderson hit solo home runs in the third and fifth innings, respectively.  

After hearing the 49-year-old Colorado Rockies left-hander acknowledge he's not up on baseball history, the Hall of Fame offered him an internship to study in Cooperstown. The Hall's 10-week internship program this year will feature 15 students ...  

Jackson reached base four times in five plate appearances Sunday. He finished the game with a single, three walks, two runs scored, an RBI and a stolen base. To break it down, here is how he made his impact on each of the three runs the Tigers ...  

NEW YORK — Curtis Granderson bounded across the New York Yankees clubhouse a couple of hours before game time flashing his ever-present grin and said to a team official, “What do you got?” The question, it turns out, should’ve been posed ...  

In the game’s first inning, Granderson fell behind in the count before taking a 93mph 3-2 fastball off righty Anthony Swarzak into the right-center field bleachers. In the second, the swift-footed lefty again crushed a Swarzak fastball into ...  

Ryan Doumit hit a two-run single to left that beat the shift. The Twins had loaded the bases on a single, a throwing error by second baseman Eduardo Nunez and a walk. Danny Valencia then hit a long double to left-center on an 0-2 pitch to make it 4-0.  

Granderson, who entered with three homers on the year, took Anthony Swarzak deep in the first and second innings and then launched his third homer off reliever Jeff Gray in the ... finished second in the majors with 41 homers last year, two ...  

The Twins tagged Phil Hughes (1-2) for four runs on four hits and an error, taking a 4-0 lead in the top of the first and opening a prime opportunity to win their first series at Yankee Stadium since 2001, when they won two of three in Tom Kelly ...  

Babe Ruth did it in the World Series twice—both times in St. Louis, oddly enough, and Reggie Jackson emulated him in 1977 ... There are also a few who might surprise you, like Paul O’Neill, who was a very good hitter but not a pure slugger, and ...  

Granderson became the 12th major leaguer to hit three home runs in the first four innings of a game, according to STATS LLC and the SABR Home Run Log. Alfonso Soriano was the last to do it, for the Chicago Cubs on June 8, 2007, against Atlanta. The three ...  

Joe Mauer then hit a routine groundball to second where Eduardo Nunez was giving Robinson Cano a respite. Nunez, notorious for his poor fielding, continued his struggles by botching the throw over to first. Hughes then struck Josh Willingham out ...  

The Detroit Tigers have someone in the American League MVP race. No, not him. Not him, either. Sorry, try again. It's Austin Jackson, the centerfielder who, at times, has had fans calling for his removal from the leadoff spot because of high strikeout totals.  

He needed just three at-bats to put himself on the edge of history. With one more dinger he would have joined Lou Gehrig as the only New York Yankees to have hit four homers in a single game. Instead he hit two more singles, settling for a 5-for ...  

"Chen halted that lineup and gave us an opportunity ... He only allowed a two-run homer in the seventh to Curtis Granderson and never ran into much trouble. Granderson may have gotten a break on that homer when a fan wearing a Yankees jacket ...  

Wei-Yin Chen came within a strike of posting seven scoreless innings against the Yankees, but Curtis Granderson hit a two-run homer on an 0-2 pitch to reduce the Orioles' lead to 4-2. Granderson had 13 home runs this season - 10 at Yankees Stadium and ...  

Just one, Lou Gehrig, has ever hit four. You can check out the third dinger here, courtesy of MLB.com. Unfortunately, on his next at-bat he only hit a single. The game is now in the top of the seventh, with the Yankees leading 7-6. Should New ...  

But Nick Swisher struck out to end the inning ... Derek Jeter's second-inning single tied him with Hall of Famer Dave Winfield - Jeter's favorite player growing up - for 18th place on the all-time hits list with 3,110. "I always enjoy watching ...  

Detroit Tigers OF Austin Jackson (abdomen) underwent an MRI exam that showed no other injuries than an abdominal strain, and the team is hoping he can return from the disabled list when he's eligible next Friday.  

Today is Austin Jackson bobblehead day at Comerica Park. But while 10,000 of his bobbleheads will be in the stands, the Detroit Tigers outfielder won’t be on the field. Jackson is still nursing an abdominal injury that’s kept him out of the ...  

CLEVELAND — The Detroit Tigers will call up outfielder Quintin Berry from Triple-A Toledo to play center field while Austin Jackson is hurting. Right-hander Collin Ballester will be designated for assignment Wednesday to make roster room for ...  

Detroit Tigers Opening Day 2012: Jenny Sandborn (Moe), Kurt Sandborn (Larry) and Mandy Spitzley (Larry), all of Portland, entertain fans during the Fox Sports Detroit pre-game show at Comerica Park.  

LANSING — With opening day just around the corner, Pure Michigan and the Detroit Tigers have announced a new partnership to showcase Pure Michigan throughout Comerica Park. The focal point will be the Pure Michigan logo set against the Detroit ...  

Granderson homered to right-center in the first and hit a two-run shot into the second deck in right field in the second, both off Anthony Swarzak ... wear throwback uniforms Friday. Angels: Gold Glove shortstop Erick Aybar signed a four ...  

RECAP: Handed a four-run first-inning lead, Anthony Swarzak gave up six earned runs in ... Josh Willingham extended his hitting streak to a career-high 13 games and tied Glenn Williams (2005) for the longest hitting streak to start a Twins ...  

CLEVELAND - The Detroit Tigers will call up outfielder Quintin Berry from Triple-A Toledo to play centre field while Austin Jackson is hurting. Right-hander Collin Ballester will be designated for assignment Wednesday to make roster room for ...  

After being scratched last second from the Detroit Tigers game against the Cleveland Indians on Tuesday, it looked like Austin Jackson was feeling a bit of pain from his abdominal injury that had kept him day to day for the last week ...  

Kids Opening Day marks the first Sunday Kids Day promotion of the season. All Sunday home games are Kids Days at Comerica Park. All kids 14-and-younger will receive a free promotional item as part of the "Every Kid, Every Sunday" giveaway ...  

Alex Rodriguez grounded sharply into a 6-4-3 double play after a leadoff walk to Curtis Granderson, one of four walks by Millwood. "We turned some big double plays," Millwood said. Millwood fanned Granderson leading off the fourth for his 2,000th career strikeout.  

Calling all Parrotheads! Jimmy Buffett is set to play at Detroit's Comerica Park on July 28 ... and he's bringing a beach party with him. Olympia Entertainment on Friday announced the Detroit Tigers ballpark would host the largest single-night Buffett ...  

Bluhm, 25, was a teacher’s assistant at Virginia Tech, working on his master’s, when he was killed. As he watched the news of the tragedy, Granderson never imagined he had a connection. “After it happened, I heard that one of the victims ...  

Out Prince Fielder struck out swinging to end the inning. Walk Derek Jeter walked. Runner on first with none out and Curtis Granderson due up. Out Curtis Granderson sacrifice bunt from catcher to first. On the play, Derek Jeter advances to second.  

Austin Jackson and Ryan Raburn are out of the lineup, as Rick Porcello hopes to lead the Tigers to a second straight win for the first time this month.  

When Austin Jackson was lost last Wednesday to an abdominal injury against the Minnesota Twins, the Detroit Tigers lost a lot of their offensive pop. Fortunately, the Tigers center fielder could be back in the lineup under a week after the injury.  

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The New York Yankees got good news about two injured outfielders. Curtis Granderson went 1 for 4 after missing two games because of right elbow soreness but the Yankees lost 4-3 loss to the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday night.  

750 against Anthony Swarzak. And though it was only in four at-bats ... Gardenhire would like to have a third catcher because he likes to use backup Ryan Doumit in right field, too, as he did in Thursday's 7-6 loss at Yankee Stadium.  

But while the Mariners were closing out their win this morning, the New York Yankees found out they may be without starting center fielder Curtis Granderson when they open their 2012 campaign at Tampa Bay on April 6. Granderson was scratched ...  

While Granderson isn't even the best defensive outfielder on the New York Yankees (that honor belongs to Brett Gardner), Williams was only slightly above average on defense during his peak years. He and outfield walls became mortal enemies during Williams ...  

“On a ball like that, the shortest distance between two points is a straight line,” left fielder Brett Gardner said. “If he runs, if he zig zags a little bit or wavers off course a little bit, he probably doesn't get to it. I don't ...  

Now Coke and Granderson were facing each other. After having problems batting against left-handers the first part of 2010, Granderson, with the help of batting coach Kevin Long, adjusted. He hit .268 against lefties the second half of the season after batting only  

TAMPA, Fla. — The New York Yankees got good news about two injured outfielders. Curtis Granderson went 1 for 4 after missing two games because of right elbow soreness but the Yankees lost 4-3 loss to the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday night.  

Ready to update your fantasy baseball cheat sheets? Before Diamond Market can sell the players in your rotisserie league's free-agent pool, Fantasy Baseball Diamond Mining polishes them for fantasy baseball drafts. It's time to dig for fantasy baseball ...  

Curtis Granderson has reached base in 28 straight games, which is the longest active streak in baseball. However, if the Tampa Bay Rays’ Jeff Niemann pitches against the Yankees -- and Granderson -- like he has in the past, then Granderson’s ...  

Curtis Granderson hit his eighth home run in the fourth inning on Sunday, but Austin Jackson nearly robbed his center field counterpart of the long ball. Jackson jumped up at the part of the wall where the Yankees bullpen and the right-field ...  

The Detroit Tigers' season-opening sweep of the Boston Red Sox was in serious jeopardy Sunday at Comerica Park in Detroit.. Detroit's pitching couldn't hold a 4-0 lead, and the Red Sox took advantage and jumped to a 6-5 lead in the third inning. Boston ...  

(Sports Network) - Clay Buchholz tries to bounce back from an injury-plagued 2011 when the Boston Red Sox close out a season-opening three game set against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Back problems limited Buchholz to just 14 starts last season ...  

Smyly was relieved by Phil Coke, who allowed the Granderson home run, followed by Octavio Dotel and Jose Valverde. Things became hairy from there, as Valverde allowed a solo home run to Swisher, a RBI single to Granderson and a RBI double to ...  

NEW YORK (AP) — Curtis Granderson hit three home runs in the first four innings and matched a career high with five hits, leading the New York Yankees to a 7-6 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday night.  

The Spartans will take on the Central Michigan Chippewas at the Detroit Tigers’ home stadium on Tuesday. Under the bright lights and prominent glow of a new multimillion dollar scoreboard at Detroit’s Comerica Park on Tuesday night, Blaise Salter will ...  

Chris Getz's infield single in the ninth inning put Kansas City ahead, and the Royals held on to beat the Detroit Tigers ...  

Detroit — Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson left after the fourth inning of Wednesday's game against the Twins because of a mild abdominal strain. His status is day to day. Jackson, who had singles in his first two at-bats, popped out to right ...  

Detroit — Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson left after the fourth inning of Wednesday's game against the Twins because of a mild abdominal strain. His status is day to day. Jackson, who had singles in his first two at-bats, popped out to right ...  

General Motors Co. and its Chevrolet brand have chosen a 2013 Malibu Eco and a Chevy Camaro to hold coveted spots atop the Chevrolet Fountain inside Comerica Park for the Detroit Tigers 2012 baseball season.  

A day after Jose Valverde stopped the team’s five-game losing streak with a rocky ninth inning ... half two innings later with a home run into the second deck in right field, but Granderson responded with his eighth home run of they season ...  

CURTIS GRANDERSON hit three home runs in the first four innings and matched a career high with five hits, leading the New York Yankees to a 7-6 victory over the visiting Minnesota Twins on Thursday night.  

He became the second major leaguer to hit three home runs in a game this season, joining Curtis Granderson of the New York Yankees. Granderson accomplished the feat April 19 against Minnesota. Braun helped power the Brewers to the NL championship series ...  

Defensive play of the week: Brennan Boesch made a nice diving catch Sunday on a ball hit by Boston Red Sox catcher Kelly Shoppach. Matchup of the week: Justin Verlander led the American League in ERA (2.40) and strikeouts (250) during the 2011 ...  

It’s early in the 2012 MLB season, but Tigers center fielder Austin Jackson is bound and determined to live up to the hype he earned years ago as the New York Yankees top prospect. Jackson started the 2012 season on fire for the Tigers and things are ...  

Whether you've got tickets to the game or just plan to head downtown to party, we want to see your Opening Day photos! Downtown Detroit will be bustling Thursday as the Detroit Tigers are set to take on the Boston Red Sox at Comerica Park at 1 ...  

Curtis Granderson hit three home runs in the first four innings and matched a career high with five hits, leading the New York Yankees to a 7-6 victory over the Minnesota Twins at Yankee Stadium on Thursday night. Granderson homered in each of his first ...  

"I worked the plate for a lot of Nolan Ryan's games," umpire Dale Scott said after Thursday's game at Comerica Park. "The times when he was really vicious, it wasn't because of his fastball, but because he had total control of his breaking ball.  

Cabrera answered Curtis Granderson's solo homer in the seventh with one of his own in the eighth. Granderson had a bloop single to score a run off Jose Valverde in the ninth and scored on pinch-hitter Raul Ibanez's double. Pinch-hitter Eric Chavez hit a ...  

With three quick long balls, Curtis Granderson had Mr. October watching. Granderson hit three home runs in the first four innings and matched...  

NEW YORK -- Curtis Granderson became the first player to hit three homers in a single game at the latest edition of Yankee Stadium when he turned the trick against the Twins on Thursday night. Granderson hit three in a game for the first time in ...  

Mark Cunningham/MLB Photos/Getty ImagesThere was also some question whether Austin Jackson's numbers were real. We may be getting proof that they are. Austin Jackson, Detroit Tigers: I'm surprised that more people aren't boarding the Austin ...