Tigers Clinch Playoff Spot With 4-2 Win Over Twins
Doug Fister struck out seven and the Detroit Tigers homered three times in the fourth inning to clinch a playoff berth with a 4-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night.
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Doug Fister struck out seven and the Detroit Tigers homered three times in the fourth inning to clinch a playoff berth with a 4-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night.
The Tigers led 3-0 in the eighth, but Jose Veras gave up RBI doubles to Eduardo Escobar and Ryan Doumit.
The team wrapped up their regular season at home over the weekend and hit a record-setting attendance of over three million fans.
With almost two weeks between the time they clinched the AL East title and their first playoff game, the Boston Red Sox could spend the time tweaking their pitching rotation or nursing their injured players back to health.
Miguel Cabrera, though, is an element that his team cannot afford to lose, and his injuries are still bothering him.
Detroit needed a win and a Cleveland loss to wrap up the division in the Tigers' final scheduled home game.
Although he's on a pitching staff with a 20-game winner and a former league MVP, Anibal Sanchez could be the Detroit Tigers' choice to start the postseason.
The Detroit Tigers tied the game with an astonishing six-run rally in the ninth inning, then beat the Chicago White Sox 7-6 on Saturday night when Omar Infante hit an infield single with the bases loaded in the 12th.
"I thought I'd probably be here five years, but I'm enjoying it," Leyland said. "I love the atmosphere, I love the competition and I love the team we've got."
Max Scherzer became baseball's first 20-game winner Friday night, pitching through bad weather for six innings to help the Detroit Tigers to a 12-5 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
Ilitch Charities, a non-profit organization affiliated with Detroit entrepreneurs Michael and Marian Ilitch, will donate $150,000 in grants to three prominent southeast Michigan charitable groups during a check presentation at Comerica Park Friday, September 20.
Prince Fielder decided to grab a snack from an unsuspecting fan during Thursday's game.
Of the batters in the heart of the Detroit Tigers order, designated hitter Victor Martinez might be the one least expected to be intentionally walked twice in a game.
Many questioned the Detroit Tigers skipper Saturday for not pinch-running for the big first baseman, but if the question comes up again, Thursday's game may well crop up as evidence to back up Leyland's choice.
Nearly losing a game was bad enough. Nearly losing rookie shortstop Jose Iglesias was much, much worse.
Yes, the team is about to clinch its third division title in three years.
Prince Fielder had three hits and scored the tiebreaking run in the seventh inning on a close play at the plate, leading the Detroit Tigers over the Seattle Mariners 5-4 on Thursday.
Tuesday, Phil Coke could have been given the benefit of the doubt. Wednesday, there was no such relief.
Justin Verlander is struggling so much he's taking consolation in pitching long enough to give the bullpen a rest.
The Detroit Tigers will be wearing their baseball gloves in the field this evening when they take on the Seattle Mariners at Comerica Park. And the team is doing its part of make sure Detroiters all have gloves and mittens to keep warm this winter
If you have been a baseball fan for any amount of time then you're no stranger to Raul Ibanez.
When you head out to Comerica Park, you no doubt will see your fair share of Tiger jerseys.
After significant shuffling and several additions, the bullpen looks ready for postseason play - just in time. Is the worrying over?
For the first time in a long time, Miguel Cabrera looked like his old self.
Anibal Sanchez, who dropped off the radar a bit when he went on the disabled list in mid-June with a strained right shoulder, has been just as good and maybe a little bit better.
The National Weather Service issued a frost advisory for Sunday morning, and a freeze watch for Sunday night, in Southeast Michigan.
A Detroit woman was arrested in the aftermath of a hit-and-run collision and shooting on Interstate 94.
A Pontiac man is in custody while deputies investigate the stabbing death of his father's girlfriend, the Oakland County Sheriff's Office reported.
Michigan gas prices fell 14 cents during the past five days, with motorists paying an average of $3.84 a gallon on Saturday, AAA says.
A Muskegon County man won the top $1 million prize in the Millionaire Raffle game, the Michigan Lottery said.
The National Weather Service issued a frost advisory for Sunday morning, and a freeze watch for Sunday night, in Southeast Michigan.
Officials have known about the dangers of the Cheboygan Lock and Dam for years, but failed to compel private owners to make repairs.
Water levels hovered around 7 inches below the top of the dam Saturday at the Cheboygan Lock and Dam Complex in Northern Michigan
A Detroit woman was arrested in the aftermath of a hit-and-run collision and shooting on Interstate 94.
Local authorities say a "significant road washout" has happened near Black Lake in Cheboygan County, Michigan.
At a gas station in Detroit, owner Mohamad Mallah, known to customers as Big Moe, decided to give back in a big way.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $3.87 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared an energy emergency in eight Southeast Michigan counties amid rising gas prices across the state.
General Motors has announced that it's making another round of layoffs at its Factory Zero plant in Metro Detroit. The latest round, the second this year, impacts roughly 1,300 workers and is due to a readjustment of operations amid declining electric vehicle demand.
Cities in Michigan lose big tax revenue from pollution-control tax breaks, and many do not track what they give up.
Motown may be Detroit's most famous sound, but it's far from the only one.
Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate Paul Stanley.
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
Restaurants are being considered for the new Michelin Guide American Great Lakes Edition, set to be revealed in 2027.
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Tyler Robert Buchanan, 24, of Scotland, pleaded guilty in California federal court.
Rising jet fuel prices are forcing airlines to cut routes and trim schedules.
President Trump spoke with CBS News Friday in a new telephone interview.
The recall affects F-150 vehicles quipped with a six-speed automatic transmission produced between March 12, 2014, and Aug. 18, 2017, according to NHTSA.
The Ford station wagon thought to belong to the Martin family was found in 2024 by a diver who had been looking for it for several years.
A West Bloomfield surgeon will spend a year in prison for his role in a $7 million Medicare fraud scheme, federal prosecutors said.
University of Michigan president-elect Kent Syverud announced Wednesday that he is being treated for a form of brain cancer.
Autism in the D is hosting a "Weekend of Inclusivity," featuring two events aimed at supporting families and highlighting gaps in autism resources across the city.
Dominic Weber and Haylie Reeves met at North Star Reach as campers in 2016.
The Detroit Health Department is hosting a Public Health Week through Saturday, April 11, to provide resources in neighborhoods.
The NBA playoffs drive Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham to chase greatness.
The Boston Red Sox beat Detroit 1-0 on Friday night, snapping the Tigers' six-game winning streak.
Riley Greene doubled home two runs to tie the score with two outs in the ninth inning, and Colt Keith followed with the winning single as the streaking Detroit Tigers rallied past the Kansas City Royals 10-9 in a wild game delayed twice by rain.
The Detroit Lions were not very aggressive in NFL free agency, choosing to save salary cap space to sign some key players to long-term extensions.
Wenceel Pérez hit a go-ahead homer in the eighth inning and the Detroit Tigers won their fifth straight game, beating the Kansas City Royals 2-1.
Diallo Smith, CEO of Detroit nonprofit Life Remodeled, talks about its new opportunity hub on the east side of Detroit called Anchor Detroit.
It's a look at the critical relationship between Canada, Michigan and the U.S. on this week's Michigan Matters.
The roundtable discusses the dramatic impact AI is having in the classroom, at companies and inside homes.
There's a focus on Michigan's defense industry as a national convention comes to Detroit in a few weeks, with over 11,000 people expected at Huntington Place.
Dave Coulter updates Oakland County's move to its new offices in downtown Pontiac and when that might take place.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal stabbing of a woman in Pontiac.
Howe Marine on the Indian River in Northern Michigan houses historic wooden boats - and the flooding is a serious concern. Here's a look.
City of Detroit officials hosted a summer arts job fair to help young and aspiring artists find paid work.
Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is under its control, reimposing restrictions on the critical waterway on Saturday. CBS News has this report.
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