Dan Dickerson's Game Recap 5-25-11
Alex Avila hit his second home run of the game in the bottom of the eighth inning - and the Detroit Tigers won their third straight game,
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Alex Avila hit his second home run of the game in the bottom of the eighth inning - and the Detroit Tigers won their third straight game,
Jim Leyland might have to pinch-run for Alex Avila in some late innings, but rare will be the time when he has to pinch-hit for him.
A two-run homer in the eighth by Alex Avila gave the Tigers a lead they would not relinquish, as Detroit beats the Tampa Bay Rays 7-6 on Tuesday night.
The Pistons are slated to host UCLA's Malcolm Lee and Charleston's Andrew Goudelock for a workout on Wednesday.
Looking to remain undefeated at home versus Tampa Bay, ace Justin Verlander tries to help the Tigers to a third consecutive victory over the struggling Rays on Tuesday night at Comerica Park.
Charlie Furbush headlines...
I am a man of the people, which is why I generously tipped the guy who shined my shoes in a suite near the home plate of Yankee Stadium.
Stoney was joined by former Tiger and current Tampa Bay Ray Matt Joyce and talked about his current league leading batting average of .357
The Red Wings confirm that there will be an 11a.m. news conference tomorrow morning to discuss Brian Rafalski's future.
Phil Coke to DL. No reason to panic. For one, he was 1-5 headed into last night's injury shortened start. Secondly, it gives an opportunity for Mr. Oliver to prove himself.
Three things I know above all others
The Tigers today announced the club has placed left-handed pitcher Phil Coke on the 15-day disabled list with a right foot bone bruise. To take Coke's spot on the club's 25-man roster the Tigers are purchasing the contract of left-handed pitcher Adam Wilk from Triple A Toledo.
Champ: Rick Porcello for going 8 innings on 84 pitches of 1 hit ball on Sunday
The best pick from a weak draft was third-round defensive end Cliff Avril. He starts and is one of the better pass rushers on the roster.