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The Detroit Tigers responded today to the New York Yankees' criticism of Comerica Park security, after a fan ran on the field during Sunday's game. “Comerica Park has an excellent track record of ensuring the safety of players and fans ...  

They’re just not getting it right now. Dishonorable mention: don’t get MMM started. Under the Microscope MMM senses that batting coach Lloyd McClendon is UtM anyway, regardless of what is written here. But MMM agrees, and is placing “Mac” squarely ...  

Earlier today, we looked at top candidates to be the team's MVP through 54 games. Miguel Cabrera, Prince Fielder and Justin Verlander were the top candidates listed there. Austin Jackson: Jackson could have easily made the list of team MVP ...  

Not only did the Detroit Tigers have to battle a handful of injuries Saturday night, they also had to battle the Dark Force. DETROIT -- Not only did the Detroit Tigers have to battle a handful of injuries Saturday night, they also had to battle the Dark Force. More than 50 members of the Empire and the Rebel Alliance roamed Comerica Park on Saturday as part the team's annually themed "Star Wars Night...  

"Right now, it's been a group of mismatched parts," he said. The team declined to comment. Owner Mike Ilitch's $132 million payroll investment — especially in middle-priced and inexpensive players — hasn't paid the expected dividends yet in ...  

DETROIT -- Tuesday is a big day for injured outfielder Austin Jackson. It’s the first time he’ll take living batting practice since being placed on the 15-day disabled list with a left abdominal strain. “That’ll be a good test for me ...  

Fielder is 18-for-39 (.462) with two home runs and 10 RBIs in the past 10 games and has raised his average to .319 for the season. AP File PhotoPrince Fielder has been hot at the plate in recent days for the Detroit Tigers and was named the team's Player of the Month for May.A look back at the past week, a look ahead at the upcoming week for the Detroit Tigers:Who's hot: Prince Fielder is 18-for-39 (.462...  

Magglio Ordoñez officially retired from baseball Sunday at Comerica Park. The pleasant ceremony honoring his career prior to the Tigers game against the New York Yankees invoked a recall of one of the most memorable moments in recent Detroit baseball history.  

When Magglio Ordonez wasnt nursing an ankle injury or hampered by a sports hernia, he was among the best in baseball. AP PhotoFormer Detroit Tiger Magglio Ordonez, right, hugs Miguel Cabrera as Ramon Santiago (39) waits following Ordonez' retirement ceremony at Comerica Park before the Tigers' game against the New York Yankees on Sunday in Detroit. DETROIT -- Magglio Ordonez had always intended on playing...  

To clear room on the team's 25-man roster, the Tigers placed outfielder Andy Dirks on the 15-day disabled list with right Achilles tendinitis. The move is retroactive to May 31. The Tigers transferred left-handed specialist Daniel Schlereth from ...  

Magglio Ordonez announced his retirement Sunday, officially closing a 15-year career that included a memorable seven-year stint with the Detroit Tigers. Magglio Ordonez DETROIT -- Magglio Ordonez announced his retirement Sunday, officially closing a 15-year career that included a memorable seven-year stint with the Detroit Tigers. With his friends and family in attendance, Ordonez held a news conference...  

In 2007, the year after his ALCS homer eliminated Oakland, he became the first Tiger to win the batting title in 46 years. He hit .363 that year — the highest average by a Detroit player since 1937 — with 28 home runs, 54 doubles and 139 RBIs.  

But a bout of poor weather beat them to the punch. Just as Danny Worth sacrificed Quintin Berry to third base, a heavy rain picked up at Comerica Park, forcing the umpires to call for the tarp and issue a rain delay. The official delay started ...  

Brennan Boesch has four hits in five at-bats against the right-hander. The shorthanded Tigers will have two players available off the bench today: infielder Ramon Santiago and outfielder Matt Young. The Tigers promoted Young from Triple-A Toledo ...  

DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers hitting coach Lloyd McClendon had every right to be upset about a called strike to Miguel Cabrera. Because it clearly wasn’t a strike, according to manager Jim Leyland. The strike in question came in the top of the ...  

NewsdayDETROIT TIGERS: Two monster Cabrera HRs, Santos sac fly provide Tigers walk ...Dearborn Press and GuideHe's fine. His control left him tonight, obviously. He paid a little price for it. But no, he's fine,” said Leyland, admitting he was more concerned about set-up man Joaquin Benoit, whose arm tightened up on an awkward throw after time was called in ...Tigers, Verlander fall to YanksRoyal Oak Daily Tribuneall 716 news articles »  

A third-string catcher pressed into duty because of injuries, Omir Santos was playing arguably the worst game in his 12-year professional career. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers' Omir Santos celebrates with Ramon Santiago after hitting a sacrifice fly to score Brennan Boesch for the winning run against the New York Yankees in the ninth inning in Detroit on Saturday. DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers catcher Omir Santos...  

In the bottom of the ninth against David Phelps (1-2), Brennan Boesch hit a one out single and got to third on Jhonny Peralta's single down the rightfield line. New York then summoned lefty Boone Logan. Detroit countered by pinch hitting with ...  

DETROIT -- Matt Young was expected to join the Detroit Tigers on Saturday after he was ... If the Tigers were to call up Young, the team would still need to clear a spot on the 25-man roster. Perhaps placing Andy Dirks on the 15-day disabled ...  

Porcello (3-4, 5.21 ERA) is 0-2 with a 5.75 ERA in his past four starts and is 2-2 with a 5.56 ERA in four career starts against the Yankees. AP File PhotoRick Porcello will start Saturday night for the Detroit Tigers, who have lost four out of their last five games.Rick Porcello has not earned a pitching victory in almost a month. He will try to get that elusive win today when the Detroit Tigers host the...  

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.  

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 ...  

One thing was certain about Alex Avila’s postseason performance following a scorching hot summer stretch that delivered him an American League All-Star start in 2011, the Tigers catcher was tired, worn-out and flat out of gas. Avila had the ...  

Matt Young was spotted hugging his teammates in the Mud Hens dugout Friday night and Toledo officials had reportedly confirmed his call up after the teams 5-2 win over Buffalo. James Schmehl | MLive.comDetroit Tigers catcher Gerald Laird smiles during the team's first official pitchers and catchers workout during spring training in Lakeland, Fla. DETROIT -- It appeared Triple-A outfielder Matt Young had...  

A Curtis Granderson home run by itself isn't necessarily a disastrous occurrence. But when it comes after four walks ... it's a killer. Granderson's grand slam in the second inning was the major blow to the major league debut of Tigers left ...  

Berry has provided a spark to Detroits lineup, but its all be on the road so far. Tonight, he faces Yankees ace CC Sabathia. AP PhotoQuintin Berry's speed has been an asset for the Tigers.Welcome home, Quintin Berry.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...  

Former Tiger Curtis Granderson blasted a grand slam in the second inning ... In the ninth, former Tiger Clay Rapada loaded the bases with one out on two walks (Alex Avila, Danny Worth) and a single (Berry). Manager Joe Girardi had to summon ...  

Its easy to second-guess a manager when things go awry, like they did Monday. But to place all blame on Jim Leyland is foolish. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers starting pitcher Doug Fister, left, looks out from the visitors' dugout after throwing seven shutout innings against his former team, Seattle, on Monday. (AP Photo) Editor's note: Detroit Tigers reporter James Schmehl will answer reader-submitted questions...  

The Tigers are 17-18, so it's time for the armchair-general managers to come out of the floorboards and call for the heads of Jim Leyland, Lloyd McClendon, David Dombrowski–-you name it. It's true the Tigers were the prohibitive favorite to win their ...  

Bostons last 18 outs interrupted by only one baserunner, on a walk, in 7-3 loss in series finale. AP PhotoBoston Red Sox left fielder Daniel Nava tracks down a ball, with a vivid reminder on the Green Monster of where his team sat in the AL East, even before Thursday's 7-3 loss to the Detroit Tigers.BOSTON – Detroit Tigers pitcher Max Scherzer said he always wants his last 15 pitches to be the...  

Editor's note: Detroit Tigers reporter James Schmehl will answer reader-submitted questions Thursday and Friday as part of his "Ask Schmehl!" mailbag. The deadline to submit questions was 4 p.m. EST on Tuesday. Question: I couldn't believe my ...  

Tigers found themselves out of outfielders Thursday and await further evaluation to determine Dirks availability. Andy DirksBOSTON – Detroit Tigers outfielder Andy Dirks is the latest injury concern for a team laden with them. Dirks' right Achilles' tendon initially was thought to be little more than the equivalent of a stone bruise. But Dirks was unavailable for Thursday's 7-3 win over the...  

Tigers pound out 14 hits to grab one win in the last series of a three-city road trip. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers catcher Alex Avila, blood streaming from his face, is checked out by home-plate umpire Tim Tschida after taking a foul tip off the mask in the second inning Thursday. Avila left the game as a precaution but had no concussive symptoms.BOSTON – Just as in the poem Invictus, the Detroit Tigers...  

Join Detroit Tigers insiders Chris Iott and James Schmehl at noon today for a half-hour chat on the current state of the Tigers. The Detroit Tigers are having an up-and-down season, and their current road trip is a perfect example of it. The Tigers lost the first three games to Cleveland, won the next three games against Minnesota, then lost three games to Boston. They have one more shot at beating the...  

Omir Santos will start at catcher in place of Avila. Gerald Laird will be the designated hitter for the Tigers. He is hitting .421 (8-for-19) with a home run and four RBIs in his career vs. Sabathia. Miguel Cabrera has fared even better than that.  

Tigers manage a total of two runs out of bases-loaded situations in the first and seventh innings in 6-4 loss. AP PhotoBoston Red Sox second baseman Nick Punto shows the ball on a close play at second base on which the Detroit Tigers' Alex Avila, right, tried stretching a single in the seventh inning. Avila was ruled out but replays showed Punto missed the tag.BOSTON – The Detroit Tigers entered the...  

Tigers already were struggling offensively with a team built on offense; now must proceed again without their No. 2 starting pitcher. Doug FisterBOSTON – Detroit Tigers pitcher Doug Fister never quite got his delivery worked out after his first stint on the disabled list. Now that he's on it again, the Tigers find themselves at a delicate point. “We're at a time when we've got to fight our ass...  

MLive.comDetroit Tigers' trainer Kevin Rand says Doug Fister shouldn't be out as long ...MLive.comBOSTON – Detroit Tigers pitcher Doug Fister has the same injury that kept him out for a month earlier this season, but is at a more advanced rate in his recovery than when originally hurt and should not miss as much time during his current stay on the ...Doug Fister Injury: Pitcher's 2nd DL Stint Will Be Shorter, Tigers Trainer ReportsSB...  

Crosby is scheduled to start Friday night or the Tigers at Comerica Park against the New York Yankees. It will be his major league debut. AP File PhotoDoug Fister is headed back to the disabled list due to a left side strain.The Detroit Tigers have placed starting pitcher Doug Fister on the disabled list with a left side strain and will recall left-hander Casey Crosby to take his place on the roster.Crosby...  

Danny Worth in at second and hitting second, while Gerald Laird is the DH tonight against Boston as the Red Sox send John Lester to the mound. AP PhotoDetroit's Drew Smyly is 2-1 with a 3.14 ERA this season.If the Detroit Tigers are going to avoid their second three-game losing streak of this road trip, rookie Drew Smyly may need to return to the form of his first six starts.After Tigers ace Justin...  

Fox Sports Ken Rosenthal points out the Tigers have converted the lowest percentage of ground balls into outs in the majors. AP PhotoPrince Fielder wasn't signed for his defense, and his coming to Detroit shifted Miguel Cabrera over to third base.It's no secret the Detroit Tigers' infield isn't filled with likely Gold Glove winners, but statistics are starting to emerge that point out just how much the...  

Verlander was electric in the eighth inning last week against Cleveland, and will look to pick Detroit up after a frustrating loss Monday. View full sizeJosh Slagter | MLive.comDetroit Tigers ace Justin Verlander pitched eight shutout innings against Boston on Opening Day, but didn't get the win.When Detroit Tigers fans last saw Justin Verlander (5-2, 2.15 ERA) on the mound, the Detroit Tigers ace was...  

Fister said he felt the same discomfort after Mondays start that he did when he went on the disabled list for a month earlier this season. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers pitcher Doug Fister is back on the 15-day disabled list after a recurrence of a lingering injury in his left side.BOSTON – Doug Fister already missed one month of the season with an injury in the left side of his torso. Now that the Detroit...  

Justin Henry and Brad Eldred seem like possible candidates, but its really tough to guess exactly what the Tigers have planned. AP File PhotoThe Detroit Tigers sent Ryan Raburn to Triple-A Toledo after the game Tuesday night. Who will replace him?The Detroit Tigers sent Ryan Raburn to Triple-A Toledo on Tuesday night and said they will announce a corresponding move Wednesday.Who will get called up? For now...  

Since outfielder Austin Jackson is not eligible to come off the disabled list until Friday, it is unclear who will fill the spot left by Raburn. AP PhotoRyan Raburn has been optioned to Triple-A Toledo.The Detroit Tigers have optioned second baseman Ryan Raburn to Triple-A Toledo.The Tigers announced the move after the game in Boston tonight and said they would announce a corresponding move Wednesday to...  

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...  

Bleacher ReportDetroit Tigers Trade Options: 10 Potential Pieces They Could Use as BaitBleacher ReportThe Tigers have continued to sputter under .500, and now more than a quarter of the way through the season, it might be time to think about making some moves. Something just hasn't clicked with the Tigers this season. When the offense has flourished, ...If they become sellers... Detroit TigersBloguin (blog)all 2 news articles »  

Rose: If everybody pitched like Verlander, the batting champion would be hitting .260. AP PhotoPete Rose is baseball's all time hits leader, but admits it wouldn't have been easy against Justin Verlander.Pete Rose, baseball's all-time hits leader, stopped by the Indianapolis 500 over the weekend and the topic of Detroit Tigers ace Justin Verlander came up."If everybody was like him the batting champion...  

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 ...  

BOSTON – The Detroit Tigers have purchased the contract of catcher Omir Santos from Triple-A Toledo to fill the roster vacancy left by Ryan Raburn. Santos, 31, played 11 games for the Tigers last year. He has played 118 career major-league ...  

This is the second trip to the DL this season for Fister and both times were due to a left side strain. Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports tweeted the news on Wednesday afternoon. Not good: #Tigers place Fister on DL retroactive to yesterday with left side strain.  

Young was briefly in a Manhattan court Tuesday for an update on his misdemeanor hate-crime harassment case. Delmon YoungNEW YORK -- Prosecutors are not offering a plea deal to Detroit Tigers outfielder Delmon Young, who's accused of making anti-Semitic remarks during a fight outside a New York hotel.Young was briefly in a Manhattan court Tuesday for an update on his misdemeanor hate-crime harassment case...  

There is still much angst among Tiger fans because Placido Polanco was not offered salary arbitration following the 2009 season, and second base has been a problem for the club since. It's reached alarming proportions this season because Ryan ...  

BOSTON, May 31 (UPI) -- Miguel Cabrera singled in the go-ahead run in the fifth Thursday and the Detroit Tigers blanked Boston over the final six innings to down the Red Sox 7-3.  

Neither Don Kelly nor Ryan Raburn is producing, but if the Tigers want to be sure both of them stay in the organization, sending Raburn to Toledo is the right choice. AP File PhotoThe Detroit Tigers will have to make a roster move when Austin Jackson is ready to return from the disabled list. If the move does not involve Quintin Berry, who will it involve?The New York Yankees are coming to town Friday to...  

COMMENTARY| It was bound to happen at some point. Ryan Raburn has been far from productive and reliable during his time with the Detroit Tigers. "It's kind of something that I didn't want to think would happen," said Raburn, whose batting average fell to .  

Detroit Tigers hitting coach Lloyd McClendon was ejected in the seventh inning by plate umpire Jerry Meals for protesting a called strike on third baseman Miguel Cabrera. Lloyd McClendon CLEVELAND -- Detroit Tigers hitting coach Lloyd McClendon was ejected in the seventh inning Wednesday by plate umpire Jerry Meals for protesting a called strike on third baseman Miguel Cabrera. The ejection came in the...  

Detroits road trip continues with a four-game series at Fenway Park, which begins this afternoon with Doug Fister on the mound. AP PhotoDoug Fister still doesn't have a win in the 2012 season.From Cleveland to Minneapolis to Boston.The Detroit Tigers' 10-game road trip hits its final stop, with a four-game series beginning this afternoon against the Red Sox. Detroit and Boston both have 23-24 records.After...  

Castellanos is hitting over .400 for Class A Lakeland, and has jumped up on Keith Laws list from his initial February ranking. Nick CastellanosDetroit Tigers prospect Nick Castellanos is putting together quite a season down at Class A Lakeland, and many are starting to take notice.Castellanos is ranked 18th by ESPN Baseball Insider Keith Law in an updated list of his top 25 prospects. In February, Law had...  

SB Nation DetroitDetroit Tigers outright Collin Balester to Triple-A Toledo after he clears waiversThe Ann Arbor News - MLive.comBy Chris Iott | ciott@mlive.com AP File PhotoPitcher Collin Balester has been outrighted to Triple-A Toledo by the Detroit Tigers. Right-handed pitcher Collin Balester will remain in the Detroit Tigers organization after he went unclaimed in the waiver ...Balester clears waivers, outrighted to Triple-ADetroitTigers...  

The Detroit Tigers might find slim pickings if they seek a second baseman prior to the deadline. Marco Scutaro could be traded prior to the deadline this summer, but there don't appear to be very many second basemen on the market besides him.The Detroit Tigers seem likely to seek a second baseman prior to the trade deadline this season. If so, they will likely run into the same problem they had while...  

Detroit has 28 hits in its two wins against Minnesota. Can Porcello get back on track against the Twins at Target Field? AP PhotoMiguel Cabrera and the Detroit Tigers have 28 hits in two games against Minnesota at Target Field.When Rick Porcello pitched against the Minnesota Twins on May 16, he gave up six runs (two earned) in the Detroit Tigers' 11-7 loss at home.Porcello (3-4, 5.29 ERA) hasn't won since...  

A while back my significant other told me she though Alex Avila was sexy. I was surprised to find out Avila was her favorite Tiger. I wasn't taken aback because mostly I was happy she was interested in baseball.While I'm not the jealous type and not prone to retributive behavior, I thought it only fair that I respond to her five picks for sexiest Detroit Tigers. Begin Slideshow  

It seems likely that the Tigers will replace Raburn with a position player, but the only position player on the 40-man roster who is not with the Tigers (or on the disabled list) is infielder Hernan Perez, who plays for Single-A Lakeland.  

Porcello is 6-4 with a 2.95 ERA in his career vs. the Minnesota Twins, but he has not pitched more than 5 1/3 innings in any of his past three starts. AP File PhotoRick Porcello will be on the mound today for the Detroit Tigers as they go for a sweep of the Minnesota Twins.MINNEAPOLIS -- Whether the Detroit Tigers can complete a sweep of the Minnesota Twins depends a lot on starting pitcher Rick Porcello...  

OAKLAND, Calif. -- Justin Verlander struck out eight to win his fourth straight decision and the Detroit Tigers beat the ailing Oakland Athletics 3-1 on Sunday to salvage a series split.Miguel Cabrera hit a pair of RBI singles and Austin Jackson drew a bases-loaded walk in the sixth to put Detroit ahead, helping Verlander (4-1) win his 13th straight road decision dating to July 10.Read More... More on Miguel Cabrera...  

Gerald Laird said the Tigers were embarrassed after being swept by the Indians last week and needed a sweep of the Twins to get back on track. AP PhotoMiguel Cabrera celebrates his game-winning two-run home run Sunday afternoon with third-base coach Gene Lamont.MINNEAPOLIS -- One swing made all the difference.The Detroit Tigers were reliving a recurring nightmare Sunday afternoon when they left runners all...  

The last time the Red Sox faced the Tigers, Detroit looked like an unstoppable juggernaut in basically every facet of the game. Of course, anyone can look like that in a three-game series, as it it's just enough time for a team to see everything work, and too little for any unsightly blemishes to become all you can see. Boston, on the other hand, looked very stoppable in that opening weekend series, but now, nearly two months later...  

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...  

The Tigers were 1-for-14 with runners in scoring position and had stranded 10 runners before Cabrera hit a decisive two-run home run to center field. AP PhotoRick Porcello delivers a pitch Sunday afternoon during his start against the Minnesota Twins.MINNEAPOLIS -- The Detroit Tigers did not get many big hits in clutch situations Sunday afternoon.In the end, they needed only one.Miguel Cabrera hit a two...  

Pete Rose, baseball's all-time hits leader, stopped by the Indianapolis 500 over the weekend and the topic of Detroit Tigers ace Justin Verlander came up. "If everybody was like him the batting champion would be hitting .260. He’s got good ...  

CBC.caDetroit Tigers Outfielder Delmon Young Makes Court AppearanceNBC New YorkProsecutors are not offering a plea deal to Detroit Tigers outfielder Delmon Young, who's accused of making anti-Semitic remarks during a fight outside a Manhattan hotel. Young was briefly in a court Tuesday for an update on his misdemeanor hate-crime ...Tigers' Delmon Young may miss Tuesday's game with court dateDetroit Free PressDelmon Young Hate Crime Case: Plea...  

Natan Dvir/New York PostDelmon Young is escorted from the Midtown North Precinct today. Hot-tempered Detroit Tigers slugger Delmon Young was arrested early this morning after he allegedly went on an anti-Semitic tirade and attacked a man in front of a Midtown hotel, police sources told The Post. A panhandler...  

Detroit Tigers outfielder Delmon Young was arrested on Friday morning for allegedly assaulting a man, according to a report from the New York Post.  Cops were called to the hotel around 2:40 a.m. after Young, whose ballclub is in town to play the Yankees tonight, pushed the man to the ground, sources said. Young, known for his powerhouse arm in the outfield, was "highly intoxicated," sources said, and had to be taken to the hospital to sober...  

However, firing Leyland isn't the answer at this point. And letting hitting coach Lloyd McClendon go probably isn't the right call, either. Again, not at this point. Veterans don't need McClendon to break them out their slumps. Players like Miguel Cabrera ...  

The Saginaw News - MLive.comDetroit Tigers to create lifetime memories for five Great Lakes Bay Miracle ...The Saginaw News - MLive.comCrawford is one of five players from the Great Lakes Bay Miracle League invited to participate Saturday in a special Detroit Tigers Fantasy Camp for Kids in Southfield. "I'm a pitcher and batter," said the 7-year-old St. Charles resident.  

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...  

Single-A Lakeland outfielder Avisail Garcia went on the seven-day disabled list Wednesday due to a hamstring injury. Tony PlagmanMINNEAPOLIS -- One minor leaguer in the Detroit Tigers system hit for the cycle this week. Another one went on the disabled list.Double-A Erie outfielder Tony Plagman hit a grand slam while hitting for the cycle Tuesday in an 8-7 victory over Reading. He finished the game 4-for-5...  

MINNEAPOLIS -- A look back at the past week, a look ahead at the upcoming week for the Detroit Tigers: Who's hot: Quintin Berry has made a name for himself rather quickly since joining the Tigers. He is the first Tigers player since at least ...  

Balester: "I really enjoyed my time with the Tigers, and I like all the players, coaches and everyone in the front office. I just wish I would have pitched better." AP File PhotoThe Detroit Tigers designated relief pitcher Collin Balester for assignment Wednesday.MINNEAPOLIS -- Collin Balester is spending time with his family and working out back in Detroit, waiting for his future to be decided.But it...  

COMMENTARY| If the Detroit Tigers are going to right the ship, they need slugger Miguel Cabrera to be… well, Miguel Cabrera - one of the most-feared hitters in all of baseball. Prior to the Tigers' three-game sweep of the Minnesota Twins, Caberera wasn't ...  

The Detroit Tigers will activate right-hander Luis Marte from the 15-day disabled list Friday, the team announced following its 2-1 loss to the Cleveland Indians. Luis Marte CLEVELAND -- The Detroit Tigers will activate right-hander Luis Marte from the 15-day disabled list Friday, the team announced following its 2-1 loss to the Cleveland Indians. To clear room on the team’s 25-man roster, the Tigers...  

Detroit Tigers right-handed reliever Al Alburquerque has taken the next step in strengthening his throwing elbow that he had surgically repaired in mid-December. Al Alburquerque CLEVELAND -- Detroit Tigers right-handed reliever Al Alburquerque has taken the next step in strengthening his throwing elbow that he had surgically repaired in mid-December.Alburquerque started long tossing at the club's spring...  

Its certainly not set in stone, but it appears right-handed reliever Luis Marte is on the verge of rejoining the Detroit Tigers. Luis Marte CLEVELAND -- It’s certainly not set in stone, but it appears right-handed reliever Luis Marte is on the verge of rejoining the Detroit Tigers. A move could be made following Thursday’s game with Marte returning Friday for the start of the team’s three-game series in...  

Friday is the day outfielder Austin Jackson is likely to return from the disabled ... The Tigers could keep Berry, send Worth out and continue to use Ryan Raburn and Ramon Santiago at second. Worth is often used as a pinch-runner, but Berry ...  

The Detroit Tigers (20-23) and Cleveland Indians (25-18) will close out an American League Central series on Thursday afternoon at Progressive Field, with the first pitch scheduled for 12:05 ET Detroit Tigers at Cleveland Indians  Detroit looks to avoid a sweep in this divisional series, which includes a 4-2 setback on Wednesday.  The Tigers have [...]  

"It's good to get the win, but clearly we have to work out some things." --LHP Drew Smyly had problems throwing first-pitch strikes Friday night but still managed to get through five innings and pick up his second victory in three decisions.  

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 ...  

To say the Detroit Tigers' run production has been disappointing so far this season is a complete understatement. After the major acquisition of Prince Fielder during the offseason, the Tigers were expected to be among the best Major League ...  

It seemed like only a matter of time before the Detroit Tigers parted ways with right-handed reliever Collin Balester. His time expired Wednesday. AP PhotoTigers pitcher Collin Balester motions his throwing form during the team's first official full squad workout during spring training in Lakeland, Fla. DETROIT -- It seemed like only a matter of time before the Detroit Tigers parted ways with right-handed...  

Detroit scored 10 runs on 16 hits to snap a three-game losing streak. AP PhotoDrew Smyly is making his first career start against Minnesota.FINAL: TIGERS 10, TWINS 6BOT 9th11:43 p.m.: Valverde with a strikeout to end it, and a dance. Tigers win, 10-6.11:39 p.m.: Revere grounds out to Cabrera and Mauer strikes out. One to go ... 11:33 p.m.: Valverde, debuting a blonde goatee, allows a double by Span to open...  

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.  

When Justin Verlander threw a 101.5 mph four-seamer with his second-to-last pitch Thursday, it was pretty apparent the nagging callus on his thumb wasnt a problem. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander throws to the Seattle Mariners in the first inning in Seattle. CLEVELAND -- When Justin Verlander threw a 101.5 mph four-seamer with his second-to-last pitch Thursday, it was pretty...  

The Tigers deserted 10 base runners for the third time in four games, stranding the bases loaded on two separate occasions in a 4-2 loss to the AL Central-leading Cleveland Indians. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers' Andy Dirks, left, is safe as Cleveland Indians catcher Carlos Santana can't hold onto the ball in the sixth inning Wednesday in Cleveland. DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers have had problems lately coming up...  

COMMENTARY| Quintin Berry is making a name for himself with the Detroit Tigers in Austin Jackson's absence. Jackson, the Tigers centerfielder and lead-off hitter, could be back with the team as early as Friday after being placed on the 15-day disabled list ...  

Worth is hitting .306 (22-for-72) in 18 games with Toledo. He hit .176 (3-for-17) in 12 games during two previous stints with the Tigers this season. AP PhotoThe Detroit Tigers have placed Ryan Raburn on the bereavement list, which means he will miss three to seven games.The Detroit Tigers have placed second baseman Ryan Raburn on the bereavement list due to the death of his grandmother.The bereavement...  

Parent company of 2KSports says its released its "last offering" under its agreement with Major League Baseball. Justin Verlander on the cover of MLB 2K12.It appears Detroit Tigers MVP Justin Verlander is the last cover athlete of the MLB 2K series.Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of 2KSports, left the baseball game off its planned releases in the coming year in a conference call with investors...  

Berry has 19 stolen bases in 39 games for Toledo this season and has 261 career steals in seven seasons in the minor leagues. Quintin BerryIt won't take long for Detroit Tigers fans to get their first look at Quintin Berry.Berry will lead off the game and start in center field tonight when he makes his major league debut in the second game of a three-game series between the Tigers and the Cleveland Indians...  

Detroits shorthanded bench was even shorter Tuesday after the Tigers placed outfielder Ryan Raburn on the bereavement list following the death of his grandmother. AP File PhotoThe Detroit Tigers' Ryan Raburn, left, is congratulated by Jhonny Peralta after hitting a home run in the eighth inning Friday night against the Kansas City Royals. DETROIT -- Detroit's shorthanded bench was even shorter Tuesday...  

Instead, Verlander will start April 11 and Drew Smyly will make his Tigers debut April 12 at home against the Tampa Bay Rays ... the club would open season with extra position player. The club will be required to make a move when Smyly, a ...  

Bleacher ReportDetroit Tigers: Al Kaline, My Father and the Baltimore ConnectionBleacher ReportHe was 11 years old when the Detroit Tigers beat Bob Gibson and the St. Louis Cardinals in the 1968 World Series. I remember my father's eyes would light up whenever he would talk about players like Mickey Lolich, Bill Freehan, Denny McLain, Norm Cash, ...  

CLEVELAND (AP) — Chris Perez, greeted by a standing ovation from the time he left the bullpen, worked another scary ninth inning for his 14th save as the Cleveland Indians ended a 10-game losing streak to Detroit with a 5-3 win over the Tigers on Tuesday night.  

The Tigers stranded three in consecutive innings with the score tied 2-2 and go on to suffer a 4-2 loss to the Indians. AP File PhotoDoug Fister has a 1.59 ERA in four starts this season, but he is 0-2. He will take another shot at his first victory of the 2012 season tonight when he starts against the Cleveland Indians.INDIANS 4, TIGERS 2, final TOP 9TH9:50 -- Miguel Cabrera flies out to center. Game over...  

Justin Verlander hasnt complained of shoulder pain this season. Now, we know why. CLEVELAND -- Justin Verlander hasn’t complained of shoulder pain this season. Now, we know why. In a 15-second spot ad, Verlander said he uses Bayer Advanced Aspirin to relieve muscle pain. “I was kind of skeptical at first, but I tested it out and Bayer Advanced Aspirin relieved my pain fast,” Verlander said in the ad...  

Current Series 4 game series vs Tigers @ Comerica Park --> 4 game series vs Tigers @ Comerica Park Texas Rangers Lone Star Ball @ Detroit Tigers Bless You Boys Thursday, Apr 19, 2012, 6:05 PM CDT Comerica Park Yu Darvish vs Adam Wilk --> Mostly cloudy, rain. Winds blowing in from left field at 5-10 m.p.h. Game time temperature around 65. Complete Coverage > Fri 04/20 6:05 PM CDT Sat 04/21 12:05...  

Fielder hit .448 (13-for-29) with eight RBIs and six runs in seven games. AP PhotoWho's hot? How about Prince Fielder, who hit .448 (13-for-29) with eight RBIs and six runs scored in seven games this past week.DETROIT -- A look back at the past week, a look ahead at the upcoming week for the Detroit Tigers: Who's hot: Prince Fielder hit .448 (13-for-29) with eight RBIs and six runs scored in seven games...  

The Detroit Tigers transferred right-handed reliever Luis Martes injury rehab assignment to Triple-A Toledo. Luis Marte DETROIT -- He's movin' on up. One day after making a two-inning scoreless appearance for Single-A Lakeland, the Detroit Tigers transferred right-handed reliever Luis Marte's injury rehab assignment to Triple-A Toledo. He is scheduled to pitch Monday for the Mud Hens. The move comes a...  

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...  

Miguel Cabrera's two-run home run in the ninth inning lifted the Tigers to a 4-3 win over the Twins today in Minneapolis. Detroit swept all three games from the Twins and it's the first three-game winning streak for the Tigers since they won ...  

The Detroit Tigers (21-24) and Minnesota Twins (15-30) will continue a three-game American League Central series on Saturday afternoon at Target Field, with the first pitch scheduled for 2:10 p.m. ET. Las Vegas oddsmakers have established the Tigers as ...  

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...  

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 ...  

Roy Oswalt could sign with a team within a week, with the intention of pitching in the majors by mid- to late June. The Tigers, meanwhile, are nowhere to be found. AP File PhotoFree-agent right-handed hurler Roy Oswalt went 9-10 with a 3.69 ERA in 23 starts with Philadelphia last season. DETROIT -- At one point, it seemed the Detroit Tigers were intent on bringing right-hander Roy Oswalt to Detroit, going...  

Detroit Tigers left-hander Andy Oliver finished last season tied for the third most strikeouts in the International League. This season, hes all alone in first. Andy Oliver DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers left-hander Andy Oliver finished last season tied for the third most strikeouts in the International League. This season, he's all alone in first. Oliver struck out nine batters for the second straight...  

Prospect of the Day: Nick Castellanos, 3B, Detroit Tigers Two years ago, Nick Castellanos was a high school star in Florida, preparing for the 2010 baseball draft. Fast forward to 2012, he's hitting over .400 in full-season baseball, establishing himself as one of the best hitters in the minor leagues. Castellanos was drafted in the supplemental first round in 2010, from high school in Southwest Ranches, Florida. He was considered...  

I remember the Detroit Tigers vs. Chicago Cubs interleague baseball game in 1998 like it were yesterday. It was June 25. And my friends and I had recently graduated high school at Southgate Anderson High School in suburban Detroit. This was the second full ...  

Young: "Ive got to go out there, as an individual, and show that what has transpired and what has been said about me is not me." AP File PhotoDelmon Young shares a laugh with Detroit Tigers teammate Prince Fielder on Friday afternoon. Young was back in the lineup Saturday night. DETROIT -- Fans at Comerica Park greeted Delmon Young with mostly cheers -- with a smattering of boos mixed in -- upon his...  

The pregame ceremony Sunday will begin at about 12:40 p.m. Ordonez and his family will take part in the ceremony, which will be emceed by broadcaster Dan Dickerson. AP File PhotoMagglio Ordonez celebrates while watching his three-run home run in Game 4 of the 2006 American League Championship Series that sent the Detroit Tigers to the World Series.Former Detroit Tigers outfielder Magglio Ordonez will...  

DETROIT, May 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Car crashes end more teen lives every day than cancer, suicide and homicide combined.  That's why AAA Michigan,  the Detroit Tigers, Michigan State Police (MSP) and the Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP) joined together today (May...  

The realistic goal for Jose Valverde, Tigers manager Leyland said, is to have Valverde return for the series opener against Cleveland. Jose Valverde DETROIT -- For the second straight day, closer Jose Valverde worked out on the field as he continues to recover from a lower back strain that he suffered last Tuesday. Valverde played light toss and participated in running drills Saturday for the first time...  

Luis Marte will begin an injury rehabilitation assignment Thursday for Single-A Lakeland as he continues to recover from a left hamstring strain that has sidelined him since April 4. Luis Marte DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers right-handed reliever Luis Marte is inching closer to a return. Marte will begin an injury rehabilitation assignment Thursday for Single-A Lakeland as he continues to recover from a left...  

MINNEAPOLIS -- The fireworks were scheduled for after the game. The Detroit Tigers exploded during it. The Tigers banged out 16 hits, went 9-for-16 with runners in scoring position and rolled to a 10-6 victory Friday night over the Minnesota Twins.  

Detroit Tigers left-hander Daniel Schlereth suffered a setback Friday during a bullpen session that was expected to last 30 pitches. He was cut off after throwing only 15. Daniel Schlereth CHICAGO -- Detroit Tigers left-handed specialist Daniel Schlereth suffered a setback Friday during a bullpen session that was expected to last 30 pitches. He was cut off after throwing only 15. Details of the setback...  

Fans can participate in the Detroit Tigers 2nd Annual Classic Car Show, presented by MotorCity Casino Hotel ... must be street legal, must have current insurance coverage. If selected, a registration fee of $115 will apply, which includes ...  

The Tigers will recall right-handed reliever Brayan Villarreal prior to Thursdays game and have optioned infielder Danny Worth to Triple-A Toledo. Danny Worth DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers closer Jose Valverde is expected to be sidelined for the next few games with a strained lower back. As a result, the Tigers will recall right-handed reliever Brayan Villarreal prior to Thursday's game and have optioned...  

The Cleveland Indians have stretched their lead in the AL Central by completing a three-game home sweep of the Tigers. The Cleveland Indians just swept a three-game series from the Detroit Tigers and opened up a 4½ game lead in the American League Central.  

Only one team among the past 10 World Series champions, the 2003 Florida Marlins, started the season under .500 through the first 40 games. AP PhotoMiguel Cabrera and the Detroit Tigers are 17-17 after a series split with the Oakland Athletics over the weekend.If the Detroit Tigers are going to fulfill any of the World Series expectations that were bestowed onto them heading into the 2012 season, history...  

At least it seems that way this weekend. Prince Fielder singled four times and the Tigers totaled 12 hits Saturday afternoon on their way to a 6-3 victory over the Minnesota Twins. Miguel Cabrera and Andy Dirks each had two hits and two RBIs for ...  

Dirks has 11 hits in his past 22 at-bats, while Prince Fielder has not had a hit in his last 22 at-bats. AP File PhotoAndy Dirks has been one of the most consistent players for the Detroit Tigers this season and has provided a spark in the second spot in the batting order.OAKLAND, Calif. -- A look back at the past week, a look ahead at the upcoming week for the Detroit Tigers: Who's hot: Andy Dirks went 11...  

It is Yoenis Cespedes first game against the Detroit Tigers since they had expressed serious interest in him this past offseason. AP PhotoOakland Athletics' Yoenis Cespedes, of Cuba, swings during a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles in Baltimore on April 27. (AP Photo)DETROIT -- The Detroit Tigers will finally get a firsthand look at Cuban star Yoenis Cespedes tonight. Cespedes has returned to...  

Verlander gave up a base-hit to center field to the Pirates Josh Harrison with one out in the ninth, coming oh-so-close to the third no-hitter of his career. View full sizeAP PhotoJustin Verlander was two outs away from his third career no-hitter before it was broken up by the Pirates' Josh Harrison.TIGERS 6, PIRATES 0, finalTOP 9th9:32 p.m.: Verlander still gets the complete game, using only 109 pitches...  

Although the Detroit Tigers are not any further off-pace this season than they were at this point a year ago, the excitement of expectation that was placed on a team put together to make a run at ... Illitch put considerable money on the table to ensure ...  

3:11 p.m.: Another 1-2-3 inning for the Tigers offense, as Santiago and Berry fly out and Dirks strikes out looking. Pavano has settled in after being hit hard in the first inning. 3:04 p.m.: Scherzer settles down after the home run and gets the ...  

Catcher Patrick Leyland, on six-game hitting streak, has shown the most improvement heading into homestand. COMSTOCK PARK, MI. - The 2012 edition of the West Michigan Whitecaps rolled into Fifth Third Ballpark for the first time April 3 with some deep family roots with the Detroit Tigers. Photo courtesy of WhitecapsPatrick Leyland is hitting .283 and alternating starts at catcher for the West Michigan...  

The stadium scoreboard in Cleveland flashed 102 mph, drawing a gasp from the crowd. With one purposeful pitch, Justin Verlander unleashed all the pent-up frustration simmering inside the Detroit Tigers. Their season isn't going as planned.  

Normally I will look at players that have been good and unlucky or mediocre and lucky but there's also the section of pitchers that are both lucky and good. After six major league starts, Detroit Tigers lefty Drew Smyly has been just that; benefiting from some luck while also pitching like a high-caliber major league starter. It wasn't long ago that Smyly was drafted, taken in the second round of the 2010 draft, and now less than...  

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 ...  

The Tigers scored all of their runs on solo home runs, but couldnt manage much else on offense and continued to play sloppily in the field. View full sizeAP PhotoDoug Fister takes the loss after allowing three earned runs on a homer in six innings.TWINS 4, TIGERS 3BOT 9th3:46 p.m.: Matt Capps closes out the Tigers, as after Avila struck out looking to start the inning on a borderline call, Detroit went...  

Another day, another story about the Oakland As third baseman ... this time Detroit Tigers fans talk about him hitting a grand slam against his former teammates. AP PhotoOakland Athletics' Brandon Inge, right, is congratulated by Seth Smith (15) after Inge hit a grand slam off Detroit Tigers' Colin Balester during the eighth inning of a baseball game Thursday, May 10, 2012, in Oakland, Calif. The Brandon...  

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 ...  

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...  

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...  

Join Detroit Tigers reporter James Schmehl at 4 p.m. today as Verlander seeks his 13th straight road win when the Tigers conclude their four-game set against Oakland. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers right-handed starting pitcher Justin Verlander is 3-1 with a 2.63 ERA this season. BOTTOM 9th: TIGERS 3, A's 1Game. Set. Match.Papa Grande with a 1-2-3 ninth inning. That's a rarity nowadays.Jhonny Peralta makes a...  

The Tigers scored as many runs in the first three innings Thursday night as they did in their entire three-game series against the Seattle Mariners. AP PhotoAustin Jackson is congratulated Thursday night after scoring during an eight-run third inning for the Detroit Tigers.OAKLAND, Calif. -- That looked more like the offense Detroit Tigers fans expected to see.The Tigers scored as many runs in the first...  

Rhymes made his way to first base after being hit in the right arm by a 95-mph fastball, then collapsed into the arms of his first base coach while trying to make his way to the dugout. AP PhotoWill Rhymes is tended to Wednesday evening after passing out shortly after being hit by a pitch in the right arm.Tampa Bay Rays infielder Will Rhymes passed out on the field Wednesday night after being hit by a...  

Scherzer's string was snapped in the sixth on a Denard Span home run to right. That was followed by singles from Ben Revere and Joe Mauer as the rain began to fall at Target Field. Before Scherzer (4-3) threw a pitch to Josh Willingham ...  

Which three Tigers players would you pick as the most gifted athletes on the team, and should any of them have competed with the likes of Josh Hamilton and Jose Reyes, in terms of athletic prowess? AP PhotoDetroit center fielder Austin Jackson is one of the Tigers' most supremely gifted athletes, but who else on the team would rank highly? It's understandable why there were no Detroit Tigers on the...  

Detroit Tigers top prospect Jacob Turner made his fourth start for the Lakeland Flying Tigers on Tuesday, throwing seven shutout innings in arguably his best start this season. Jacob Turner DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers top prospect Jacob Turner continues to impress in Single-A Lakeland. The 20-year-old right-hander made his fourth start for Lakeland on Tuesday night, throwing seven shutout innings in...  

107 (3-for-28) in those situations while being swept by Cleveland. The Tigers had six doubles, two each by Alex Avila and Brennan Boesch and one each from Prince Fielder and Delmon Young. Eight of the nine Tigers starters had hits. Six of the ...  

On the heels of a three-game sweep by the Cleveland Indians, the Tigers brought their hitting shoes to Target Field and had a doubles party, hitting six of them in a 10-6 win over the Minnesota Twins. The biggest of those six came in the second ...  

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...  

If the Tigers do not make a trade for a second baseman in the near future, who should be the starter at second base? Ryan Raburn? Ramon Santiago? Danny Worth? Eric Patterson? AP File PhotoRyan Raburn is hitting .134 with two RBIs this season. OAKLAND, Calif. -- Clearly, many Detroit Tigers fans have seen enough of Ryan Raburn at second base. More accurately, they have grown tired of seeing Raburn in the...  

The Tigers scored in double-digits in two of their first three games this season, but then didnt in any of their next 27 games. They broke that streak with a 10-run showing against the As. AP PhotoMiguel Cabrera follows through on his swing on an RBI single in the third inning Thursday night. Cabrera went 4-for-5 with with three RBIs to put an end to an 0-for-14 slump.OAKLAND, Calif. -- The Detroit Tigers...  

Doug Fister allowed just one run in six innings pitched, but As right-hander Brandon McCarthy struck out 10 in seven shutout innings. AP PhotoDoug Fister delivers a pitch Saturday afternoon in his start against the Oakland A's.OAKLAND, Calif. -- For all their ups and downs this season, the Detroit Tigers have never been below .500.Until now.Tigers hitters could not solve right-hander Brandon McCarthy on...  

Marte has been on the disabled list since he suffered a left hamstring strain on April 3 in the final Grapefruit League game. Luis MarteOAKLAND, Calif. -- The comeback from a left hamstring strain has been a long one for Detroit Tigers right-hander Luis Marte. But he is about to take a major step in his rehabilitation.Marte is scheduled to pitch Saturday in an extended spring training game in Lakeland, Fla...  

Avila: "I cant do any more harm to it. Its just a pain tolerance thing. Its nothing thats going to require surgery or anything like that." AP File PhotoAlex Avila expects to be back in the starting lineup for the Detroit Tigers on Thursday when they open a four-game series in Oakland.SEATTLE -- Detroit Tigers catcher Alex Avila does not expect his injured knee to keep him out of the lineup very long.Avila...  

With the Detroit Tigers set to open a four-game series against the Oakland Athletics tonight, it seems like a good time to clear up some misconceptions about Inge. AP File PhotoBrandon Inge has a way of finding the spotlight even during his struggles. For example, he hit a walk-off grand slam home run for the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night even while his average remains well below .200 for the season...  

The Texas Rangers (11-2) and Detroit Tigers (9-4) will play the second game of a double-header on Saturday night inside Comerica Park, with the first pitch scheduled for 7:05 ET Texas Rangers at Detroit Tigers   Texas has won all six games on its current nine-game road rip, and has captured victories in seven straight [...]  

The Tigers have not won consecutive games since April 18, when they completed a three-game sweep of the Kansas City Royals to improve to 9-3. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers right-hander Rick Porcello delivers a pitch during his start Friday night against the Oakland A's.OAKLAND, Calif. -- A familiar face helped the Detroit Tigers to a familiar fate.Brandon Inge hit a three-run home run to help the Oakland A's pull...  

Smyly has allowed six earned runs in six starts and has a 1.59 ERA, but he still has just one victory due to a lack of run support. AP PhotoMiguel Cabrera keeps his eye on a grounder Wednesday night against the Seattle Mariners.SEATTLE -- Drew Smyly continues to pitch beyond expectations.The Detroit Tigers offense continues to fall short of them.Smyly allowed just one run on two hits in six innings...  

Join Detroit Tigers reporter James Schmehl at 10 p.m. for live updates, play-by-play and up-to-the-minute analysis as the Tigers close out their three-game set against Seattle. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers starting pitcher Drew Smyly throws during the first inning against the New York Yankees on April 28 in New York. (AP Photo) Editor's note: Hit refresh to view the most recent updates.DETROIT -- The Detroit...  

Drew Smyly (1-1, 2.89 ERA) will be making his first career start against the Twins. Minnesota will counter with Anthony Swarzak (0-3, 4.73 ERA), who is 0-1 with a 7.62 ERA in five appearances, including two starts, in his career against the Tigers.  

Castellanos hit .464 (13-for-28) with two doubles, a home run and seven RBIs last week and was named the Florida State League Player of the Week. AP File PhotoThird baseman Nick Castellanos has been named the Florida State League Player of the Week.SEATTLE -- Third baseman Nick Castellanos is the latest of several minor leaguers in the Detroit Tigers system to be honored for his recent play.But he is far...  

Verlander had a callus on his right thumb break open and bled during the seventh inning. He allowed just two hits and one walk while striking out eight. AP PhotoJustin Verlander left the game Sunday against the Oakland A's after seven innings when a callus on his right thumb broke open and bled.OAKLAND, Calif. -- Justin Verlander was absolutely dealing. So it seemed like there had to be something wrong...  

Its tough to defend coaches because most of their work oftentimes goes unnoticed. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers hitting coach Lloyd McClendon, center, argues with home plate umpire Marty Foster, left, after he was ejected for questioning a called third strike to Magglio Ordonez on June 29, 2007 in Detroit. Question: Do you think that the coaches, as well as the manager, can be the cause of most of the issues...  

If the American League All-Star team were chosen today, which Detroit Tigers players do you think would be deserving of making the team? AP File PhotoThird baseman Miguel Cabera seems to be the most likely Detroit Tigers position player to make the 2012 American League All-Star team. DETROIT -- Five Detroit Tigers played in the 2011 All-Star game.How many Tigers will make the team in 2012?Major League...  

the Detroit Tigers wouldn't be headed to the playoffs, but pitcher Justin Verlander would be worthy of a second consecutive Cy Young award, at least according to ESPN's panel of baseball experts. And it's only been 43 games, so let's not give up ...  

Kelly was in right field in the ninth inning because Andy Dirks is still slowed a bit by a hamstring injury. AP PhotoDon Kelly celebrates with Detroit Tigers teammates Prince Fielder and Ramon Santiago on Tuesday night after he made an excellent game-ending catch on a foul ball by Jesus Montero with the bases loaded.SEATTLE -- If Andy Dirks had been 100 percent, Don Kelly would have been on the bench.If...  

MINNEAPOLIS, May 27 (UPI) -- Miguel Cabrera blasted a go-ahead, two-run homer in the ninth inning Sunday, rallying the Detroit Tigers to a 4-3 win and a series sweep of Minnesota. Trailing 3-2 in the ninth, the Tigers battled back against Twins ...  

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.  

I take a lot of pride in what Im trying to do with my own career, says Patrick Leyland, whos in West Michigan for his third professional season. COMSTOCK PARK, MI. – The name on the back of his jersey carries different meanings, and Patrick Leyland cares about only one. AP photoThe Leylands share a moment together during spring training this year in Lakeland, Fla. He’s playing professional baseball. The...  

MLive.comNo Panic in Detroit: Tigers fail to convert chances, lose 5-3 to first-place ...Washington PostThe Detroit Tigers haven't lived up to expectations. And they don't seem very concerned — yet. “We're not worried,” Prince Fielder said following a 5-3 loss to the first-place Cleveland Indians on Tuesday night. “With this team, never.Cleveland 5, Detroit Tigers 3: Sloppy play prevents two-game winning streakDetroit Free PressCleveland...  

Former Tigers pitcher Dan Petry will work with broadcaster Dan Dickerson throughout the trip that includes series in Seattle, Oakland and Chicago. Jim PriceSEATTLE -- Radio analyst Jim Price did not make the trip to the West Coast with the Detroit Tigers at the request of the team, the Tigers said Monday.Former Tigers pitcher Dan Petry will work with broadcaster Dan Dickerson throughout the nine-game road...  

With the season exactly one-sixth over (this is a story about numbers, after all) it seems like a good time to take a look at which Tigers lead in individual statistical categories. AP File PhotoIt is no surprise that Miguel Cabrera leads the Detroit Tigers in home runs. It might be a bit of a surprise to some that he does not lead them in walks, slugging percentage or OPS.SEATTLE -- Sometimes the numbers...  

The Motor City Kitties are in town for a four game series. Verlander....Fielder...Cabrera... No problem! We got this! Stuff: Us Them Probable Pitchers Do your homework The Questions: 1. Series Outcome (4 games) (4 points) 2. Mr. Cy Young/MVP Do we make an actual Cy Young winner look like a Cy Young winner? Guess Verlander's IP/ER/H/BB/K for his start on Sunday. (2 points each) (10 total) 3. He's ours now! How does Inge fair against his old...  

Smyly has struck out 29 in 28 innings pitched and has allowed five earned runs in five starts. AP File PhotoDrew Smyly has 29 strikeouts in 28 innings pitched and has allowed five earned runs in five starts this season.SEATTLE -- A look back at the past week, a look ahead at the upcoming week for the Detroit Tigers:  Who's hot: Drew Smyly continues to put together impressive outing after impressive...  

Detroit Tigers outfielder Ryan Raburn is back in the lineup two days after exiting Sundays game due to tightness in his right hamstring. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers' Ryan Raburn scores on a single by Jhonny Peralta during the second inning against the Kansas City Royals on April 18 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo) DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers outfielder Ryan Raburn is back in the lineup two days after exiting...  

Eldred hit .188 (3-for-16) with a double, a triple, one RBI and six strikeouts in five games for the Tigers. Brad EldredDETROIT -- The Detroit Tigers outrighted the contract of Brad Eldred to Triple-A Toledo today after Eldred cleared waivers.The Tigers designated Eldred for assignment Friday morning to make room on the roster for outfielder Delmon Young, who had been on the restricted list during a seven...  

Forget the Heimlich maneuver -- apparently, a Justin Verlander four-seam fastball is equally effective at saving a life. Courtesy of Fathead, LLC.Justin Verlander DETROIT -- Forget the Heimlich maneuver -- apparently, a Justin Verlander four-seam fastball is equally effective at saving a life. In a commercial filmed in late January for the Michigan-based Fathead, Verlander chucks a fastball into the...  

The Detroit Tigers have set a timetable for Doug Fisters return -- and its right around the corner. AP File PhotoDetroit Tigers pitcher Doug Fister throws against the Houston Astros during a spring training game in Lakeland, Fla. on April 1. (AP Photo) DETROIT -- The Detroit Tigers have set a timetable for Doug Fister’s return -- and it’s right around the corner. The plan is for Fister to make his lone...  

Detroit Tigers right-handed reliever Luis Marte remains sidelined by a left hamstring injury, but he is in line to make a rehabilitation appearance in the next week. Luis Marte DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers right-handed reliever Luis Marte remains sidelined by a left hamstring injury, but he appears in line to make a rehabilitation appearance in the next week.Marte was expected to throw in a game Monday, but...  

Detroit Tigers designated hitter Victor Martinez remains optimistic that hell be able to play by the end of the season -- and in the postseason, if there is one. AP File PhotoVictor Martinez hit .340 with 12 home runs and 90 RBIs in 423 at-bats as the Tigers' designated hitter in 2011. DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers designated hitter Victor Martinez remains optimistic that he'll be able to play by the end of...  

The Tigers now have 10 days to allow Eldred to go through the waiver process or to trade or release him. Brad Eldred The Detroit Tigers planned to reinstate Delmon Young from the restricted list today, the first day he was eligible to return from a seven-day suspension handed down by Major League Baseball. The only question centered around how the Tigers would make room for him. The Tigers answered that...  

Cabrera and teammate Collin Balester filmed the video during a visit to the MLB Fan Cave in New York last weekend. Your browser does not support iframes. Miguel Cabrera Detroit Tigers pitcher Collin Balester said teammate Miguel Cabrera has a future in acting after the two appeared together in a video that spoofs telenovelas, which could be best described as Latin American soap operas. "He's good. I...  

Detroit Tigers outfielder Andy Dirks is back in the Detroit Tigers lineup Thrusday after missing eight games due to tightness in his left hamstring. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers' Andy Dirks (12) celebrates with Prince Fielder (28) after Dirks scored on a single by Miguel Cabrera during the eighth inning against the Kansas City Royals Tuesday in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo) DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers outfielder...  

Asking Drew Smyly to win 13 games this season is quite a task to handle. Of Smylys projected six starts in May, the majority are expected to come on the road. Watch video Editor's note: Detroit Tigers reporter James Schmehl will answer reader-submitted questions Thursday as part of his "Ask Schmehl!" mailbag. The deadline to submit questions was 4 p.m. EST on Tuesday. Question: I would...  

Los Angeles released Bobby Abreu on Friday after the 38-year-old journeyman got off to a painfully slow start in limited at-bats. AP PhotoLos Angeles Angels' Bobby Abreu hits a two-run single during the fifth inning against the Baltimore Orioles on April 21 in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo) Editor's note: Detroit Tigers reporter James Schmehl will answer reader-submitted questions Thursday as part of his "Ask...  

The forecast for Detroit today calls for high temperatures in the 40s and winds of more than 20 mph. Rick Porcello DETROIT -- It might be a good day to be a groundball pitcher. Rick Porcello will make his first start of the season today when the Detroit Tigers open a three-game series against the Tampa Bay Rays. The forecast for Detroit today calls for high temperatures in the 40s and winds of more than...  

Scherzer (1-3, 7.77 ERA) will make his sixth start of the season today and the first since he walked seven and threw 119 pitches in 4 2/3 innings in a 6-2 loss to the New York Yankees. AP File PhotoDetroit Tigers starter Max Scherzer is 1-3 with a 7.77 ERA and walked seven in 4 2/3 innings in his most recent outing. DETROIT -- The Detroit Tigers will have Delmon Young back in the starting lineup. They...  

Avila hit .389 (7-for-18) in his first five games, but his average has now fallen all the way to .220 for the season. AP File PhotoAlex Avila is hitting .146 with two RBIs in his past 12 games for the Detroit Tigers. DETROIT -- A look back at the past week, a look ahead at the upcoming week for the Detroit Tigers: Who's hot: Drew Smyly picked up his first major league victory Saturday in a 7-5 win over...  

When it comes down to it, I have to believe money played a large role in why Inge opened the season with the Tigers. Watch video Editor's note: Detroit Tigers reporter James Schmehl will answer reader-submitted questions Thursday as part of his "Ask Schmehl!" mailbag. The deadline to submit questions was 4 p.m. EST on Tuesday. Question: Just wanted to know if the Tigers are responsible...  

Andy Dirks exited Tuesdays game in the fourth inning due to tightness in his left hamstring, the team announced. Its the same issue that sidelined him for eight games. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers' Andy Dirks hits a three-run home run off New York Yankees starting pitcher Freddy Garcia during the first inning on Saturday in New York. (AP Photo) DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers outfielder Andy Dirks exited Tuesday's...  

Ryan Raburn, who is currently the starting second baseman, finished fourth behind Worth, Ramon Santiago and Eric Patterson, a second baseman for Triple-A Toledo. Justin Henry has played a handful of games at second base for Toledo and could have ...  

Detroit Tigers outfielder Delmon Young was busted early Friday for assaulting a man in a drunken brawl in front of a Midtown hotel, police sources said. An allegedly intoxicated Young, 26, was collared shortly after he shoved the man to the ground in front of the Hilton Hotel on Sixth Ave. about 2:40 a.m., the sources said.  

Inge wasnt entirely caught off guard when the Detroit Tigers decided to part ways with the 12-year veteran. But he was surprised it happened Thursday. DETROIT -- Brandon Inge wasn’t entirely caught off guard when the Detroit Tigers decided to part ways with the 12-year veteran. But he was surprised it happened Thursday. "I could see the direction it was going," Inge said. "Not so much just (Thursday...  

The only outfielder currently on the 40-man roster who is not on the Tigers roster is 20-year-old prospect Avisail Garcia. AP File PhotoDanny Worth appears to be the most logical option to be called up should the Detroit Tigers place Delmon Young on the restricted list. NEW YORK -- If the Detroit Tigers put outfielder Delmon Young on the restricted list, it would open up a spot on the roster temporarily...  

Detroit Tigers outfielder Delmon Young has been suspended for seven days without pay retroactive to last Friday, the commissioners office announced late Monday. James Schmehl | MLive.comDetroit Tigers general manager Dave Dombrowski speaks to reporters after the announcement that outfielder Delmon Young has been suspended for seven days prior to the Tigers' game against the Kansas City Royals in Detroit on...  

It was possible Delmon Young couldve been re-inserted in the Tigers series opener against Kansas City later that night. But hes not. AP PhotoDetroit Tigers left fielder Delmon Young, right, accompanied by his attorney Daniel J.Ollen, is arraigned in Manhattan criminal court on Friday in New York. (AP Photo) DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers general manager Dave Dombrowski told reporters Saturday that outfielder...  

Less than a week after making his major league debut, the right-handed Weber was optioned back to Triple-A Toledo, the Detroit Tigers announced early Thursday. Thad Weber DETROIT -- Thad Weber's first stint in the majors certainly didn't last long. Less than a week after making his major league debut, the right-handed Weber was optioned back to Triple-A Toledo, the Detroit Tigers announced early Thursday...  

The latest from around MLB... The Detroit Tigers have some issues. Injured starter Doug Fister is getting ready to go on a rehab assignment, but that's where the good news ends. The team is just 11-11 after a 9-3 start, the ancillary bats aren't producing, young pitchers Max Scherzer and Rick Porcello have been awful, the bullpen is struggling, and Delmon Young was just put on the restricted list after he was arrested for...