Clark 1st Ex-Big Leaguer To Run MLB Players' Union
Tony Clark said he's "blown away" that he is the first former major leaguer to become head of the baseball players' union.
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Tony Clark said he's "blown away" that he is the first former major leaguer to become head of the baseball players' union.
The talks leading to the deal that sent Doug Fister to the Washington Nationals began last month, when the names of a couple of other Detroit Tigers pitchers — AL Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer and Rick Porcello — also were mentioned.
Despite being in his late 30s, Nathan still has superior stuff.
General manager Dave Dombrowski knows many people will not like this trade.
Detroit fans seem to be getting what they want this offseason.
Today the Tigers announced via their Twitter that the newest Tiger Ian Kinsler would wear number 3.
The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with infielder/outfielder Don Kelly, thus avoiding arbitration.
Jim Leyland may no longer be manager of the Detroit Tigers, but he picked up another high-profile position in the city.
The child was temporarily removed from his parents after mistakenly drinking alcohol at a Detroit Tigers game.
"I think that because of all of the goofiness and the beard, that people forget about the numbers that he has put up," Valenti said on his radio program Tuesday.
Jhonny Peralta missed 50 games for PED use in 2013. Now he has a big new contract, and some players are none too happy about it.
Former Tiger Prince Fielder seems to be the gift that just keeps giving.
Prince Fielder used to take batting practice as a kid at Tigers Stadium and was known for hitting balls over the right-field fence at a young age.
Might Dombrowski have another massive blockbuster up his sleeve? With him, it seems it is always possible.
"The problem with signing Cabrera right now is that the Tigers have little leverage as he's already wealthy and knows that his next contract will almost certainly be the last big payday."
Turns out the newest Tiger Ian Kinsler is connected with Prince Fielder more than we knew.
"It was cool. The season was fine. It is what it is bro," Fielder said during a brief conference call with Rangers beat writers.
Wednesday night Dave Dombrowski pulled off one hell of a trade.
Late Wednesday night, shockwaves were sent around baseball when the Tigers traded Prince Fielder to the Texas Rangers for Ian Kinsler.
The Prince Fielder era in Detroit was a bizarre one.
If Twitter is any indication, superstar Miguel Cabrera certainly seems sad to see Prince Fielder go.
Just as Leyland expects the Ballpark at Arlington to help Fielder, he expects Comerica to benefit Kinsler.
"They were looking for a power-hitting, middle-of-the-lineup-type bat," Dombrowski said. "So when you looked at it it made sense from both perspectives if a deal could work out."
Fielder and Kinsler are sitting on a couch watching baseball and San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum appears and Kinsler asks if Prince would do a fantasy trade that involves "me (Kinsler) for him (Lincecum)?"
The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with lefthanded pitcher Phil Coke, thus avoiding arbitration.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
The organization is closing its Lansing, Livonia and Warren locations.
Michigan's gubernatorial primary election day is Aug. 4, and Republicans will choose between businessman Perry Johnson and U.S. Rep. John James.
President Trump said Hamas and his international "Board of Peace" have agreed on the next steps in a peace deal that includes Hamas' disarmament in the Gaza Strip.
Authorities say individuals have been detained as part of the investigation and warn that more of the tainted cocaine may have been sold in the area.
Detroit officials say those concerns aren't backed by evidence and don't reflect how the city conducts its elections.
A Macomb County deputy fatally shot a man who was armed with a weapon and charged toward officers, the sheriff's office said.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel called the care and sheer number of violations against a Southeast Michigan nursing home operator "atrocious."
A group of Michigan democratic lawmakers are calling on the Michigan Department of Transportation to end all contracts that allow federal agencies to install surveillance technology on state property.
Several people were injured in a boat explosion and fire in a Macomb County marina Thursday afternoon, local authorities said.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
A 23-year-old man who pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise in connection with a Metro Detroit vehicle theft operation that Michigan officials called "prolific" has been sentenced, according to online court records.
Many newer vehicles are equipped with high-efficiency cabin air filters capable of capturing a significant amount of fine particulate matter.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
As the United States marks its 250th birthday, Ford Motor Company is showcasing more than a century of automotive history in a new exhibit that explores the company's role in shaping America.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
A major weekend in Ann Arbor as fans gear up to see country music star Morgan Wallen take over the University of Michigan Big House stadium on Friday and Saturday.
Behind every video is a true family effort.
Law enforcement officials say a set of stolen Civil War-era cannonballs was discovered in a passenger's suitcase during a routine security screening at Alabama's Gulf Shores International Airport.
Economic activity weakened between April and June as energy costs surged, new government data shows.
The Trump administration on Thursday reiterated its view that China's alleged efforts to collect millions of American voter registration files constituted election interference.
Michigan Democrats are reintroducing a package of nine bills covering corrections officer pensions, health care premiums, and nurse collective bargaining after the governor vetoed them following a state Supreme Court ruling.
A murder victim has been identified decades after his remains were discovered in a wooded area in Oregon in 1972, authorities said.
The organization is closing its Lansing, Livonia and Warren locations.
An additional 33 Michigan residents have required hospital care for cyclosporiasis as an outbreak continues to be tracked, state health officials said on Thursday.
More than 10,000 people across 70 counties in Michigan have reported cases of cyclosporiasis during the past five weeks, state health officials said.
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak has now grown to more than 9,600 cases.
Authorities claim Yolanda Matthews submitted more than $539,000 in false and fraudulent claims to Medicare.
Peter Malnati shot a career-best 9-under 61 to take the lead among the early starters in the first round of the final Rocket Classic.
Thousands of bow tie pins were given away Thursday at Detroit Golf Club to mark the opening round of the Rocket Classic.
Colton Cowser hit a tiebreaking single in the 12th inning, capping the Baltimore Orioles' rally from a seven-run deficit to beat the Tigers 10-9 and spoil Tarik Skubal's possible farewell to Detroit.
CBS News Detroit asked patrons about their favorite memories at the Rocket Classic.
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs reported to training camp but was not on the field with teammates for their first practice on Wednesday as his agent and the franchise work on negotiating a new deal.
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.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
Former NBA All-Star/entrepreneur Jalen Rose, DTE's Trevor Lauer and Oakland University president Ora Hirsch Pescovitz headline an all-star Michigan Matters episode.
A traffic shift begins on Saturday for I-94 near Detroit Metro Airport. Here's an explanation of what to expect if you'll be driving in the area.
U.S. officials are looking into whether a cyberattack on water systems in Minnesota could be related to the War in Iran. CBS News reports.
Good morning, Family! Mostly sunny and warm today, high 87°. Warming continues into Friday with highs in the mid to upper 80°s. Scattered to numerous showers and isolated thunderstorms expected late Friday evening through Saturday. Dry weather returns early next week with warming temperatures approaching 90° by mid-week.
Michigan Humane presents two of the adoptable shelter pets in its care. They are Prince the cat and Rosie the dog.
A traffic shift begins Saturday for I-94's construction area. Several people were injured after a boat exploded in Harrison Township. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.