Woman Calls For Boycott Of Detroit Tigers After Manager Brad Ausmus Jokes About Beating His Wife
"I think that will send a strong message that that's something that we can't tolerate."
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"I think that will send a strong message that that's something that we can't tolerate."
Tigers manager Brad Ausmus quickly apologized for making a sarcastic remark after Detroit's latest loss when he told reporters that he beats his wife when his team isn't playing well.
Tiger manager Brad Ausmus is under fire after a reporter asked him what he does after a team loss ... and he joked, "I beat my wife."
"If you're managing a struggling team and you do something radical ... you kind of lose some of the players," Ausmus said.
After Wednesday's 2-1 loss to the Kansas City Royals the Tigers now trail the Royals by 1.5 games in the American League Central, a feat in which not many thought would happen.
The Kansas City Royals won their 10th straight game, extending the team's best streak in 20 years when Jeremy Guthrie pitched impressively into the seventh inning to beat the Detroit Tigers 2-1 Wednesday.
When Chad Smith blew out his elbow on a ninth-inning first-pitch slider against Oregon on April 17, 2011, everything changed.
The Detroit Tigers have announced Wednesday they have purchased the contract of RHP Chad Smith from Toledo and designated Evan Reed for assignment.
In an unprecedented turn of events, the starting rotation that made Detroit so formidable has recently hurt the team more than helped it.
Ausmus, however, said the core muscle repair surgery Verlander underwent in January could be affecting the ace in another way.
Alex Gordon and Mike Moustakas homered as part of a seven-run second inning, and the Kansas City Royals took over first place in the AL Central on Tuesday night with their ninth straight victory, 11-4 over the Detroit Tigers.
Detroit Tigers starter Justin Verlander did not blame fans for booing him Monday night.
It could raise suspicions for those who think a bikini supermodel girlfriend could be pulling his focus off baseball.
The jeers kept coming in the next inning when Kansas City scored four runs — one earned — on four hits and two errors off Evan Reed.
The 38-year-old Hunter has played in 60 of 66 games this season, hitting .266 with nine homers and 35 RBIs for the Tigers.
"He would talk to anybody like you were his next-door neighbor," Ausmus said.
Winners of seven straight and 12 of their last 16, the Royals trail the Tigers by just a game and a half in the division standings.
I will be the first one to say I am jealous of Alvin.
The Detroit Tigers made a move Sunday morning to try to bolster their struggling bullpen, recalling lefty Blaine Hardy from Triple-A Toledo.
J.D. Martinez's ninth-inning sacrifice fly scored Torii Hunter with the winning run and the Detroit Tigers beat the Minnesota Twins 4-3 Sunday.
"So if you're going to be upset about everybody going out there and pitching there ass off, I don't have anything to say about that."
Suarez's homer came moments after former Tigers star Magglio Ordonez was shown on the videoboard, receiving a huge ovation.
Detroit Tigers Torii Hunter, Austin Jackson, Rajai Davis and Tigers great Willie Horton were on hand for Saturday's opening ceremonies.
Denise Ilitch said that her dad Mike Ilitch is "doing great" and looking forward to the Tigers game.
Detroit left seven on base while Drew Smyly (3-4) gave up one run, four hits and three walks over six innings.
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is considering stepping down from his post by the end of the year, two people familiar with the matter told CBS News Saturday.
A 56-year-old woman is dead after she was hit by a train in Fenton, Michigan, on Friday night, according to police.
The Detroit Tigers were topped by the Kansas City Royals 3-1 on Saturday night.
Two men are in custody after a home invasion in Raisinville Township, Michigan, early Saturday evening, according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office. Deputies said one of the men was arrested after law enforcement found him in a cornfield.
An investigation is ongoing after three people were injured when a motorcycle collided with a truck in Redford Township, Michigan, on Thursday night, according to police.
An individual is in custody after a person was killed and another was seriously injured in a shooting on Detroit's east side Friday night, according to police.
Police in Detroit say human remains were found inside a home on the city's west side Friday, the day after investigators found a man and a woman dead in the residence.
An investigation is underway after law enforcement fatally shot a 29-year-old man following a vehicle pursuit in Otsego County early Saturday, the Michigan State Police said.
Two men are in custody after a home invasion in Raisinville Township, Michigan, early Saturday evening, according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office. Deputies said one of the men was arrested after being found hiding in a cornfield.
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is considering stepping down from his post by the end of the year, two people familiar with the matter told CBS News Saturday.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs has died at the age of 87, her family said Saturday.
There's just about every kind of artist and artwork you can imagine in Brighton at the third annual street art fair.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is considering stepping down from his post by the end of the year, two people familiar with the matter told CBS News Saturday.
Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs has died at the age of 87, her family said Saturday.
Serena Williams will team up with Carlos Alcaraz to create a powerhouse mixed doubles pair in her return to the U.S. Open.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit by the Trump administration that accused Washtenaw County officials of obstructing federal immigration enforcement operations.
Providers, students, clients and community members gathered outside the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan headquarters to urge the organization to pursue solutions that preserve access to care.
The new facility brings a wide range of services together under one roof, including workforce development programs, educational opportunities, behavioral health support and family services.
A human case of West Nile virus in West Michigan was detected through routine screening of a blood donation, health officials say.
The number of new cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan is starting to noticeably slow down, but state health officials are still tracking the summer outbreak.
Michigan is reporting its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as EEE, since 2021.
The Detroit Tigers were topped by the Kansas City Royals 3-1 on Saturday night.
Joshua Dobbs ran for a 50-yard touchdown and the Detroit Lions held on for a 17-13 preseason win against the Washington Commanders.
Serena Williams will team up with Carlos Alcaraz to create a powerhouse mixed doubles pair in her return to the U.S. Open.
The University of Utah is suing former assistant coach Freddie Whittingham for breach of contract after he left to join his brother Kyle's staff at Michigan.
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is being held out of practice with a hip injury, and coach Dan Campbell is hopeful the ailment doesn't linger into the season.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
Breezy and cool with a slight chance of afternoon isolated showers
The Detroit Institute of Arts on Saturday celebrated a new mural at Hess-Hathaway Park in Waterford Township. The mural was created as part of the organization's Partners in Public Art program.
A brand-new school year starts on Monday for most students in Metro Detroit. On Saturday, a community organization got families ready with a back-to-school festival. CBS News Detroit's Veronica Ortega was there.
Police in Detroit say human remains were found inside a home on the city's west side Friday, the day after officials discovered a man and a woman dead in the residence.
Canada and the U.S. are in a trade war after negotiations for a deal between the two countries failed late Friday. The U.S. is set to impose a 50% tariff on $20 billion worth of Canadian products. Canada has vowed to respond. Julia Avant spoke with Sandy K. Baruah, the CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber, about the impact the tariffs could have on Michigan.