Indians Reward Ryan Raburn With 2-Year Extension
Ryan Raburn came to training camp this spring with something to prove. He wanted to show the Indians that a disastrous 2012 season in Detroit was behind him. He wanted a fresh start, a new home.
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Ryan Raburn came to training camp this spring with something to prove. He wanted to show the Indians that a disastrous 2012 season in Detroit was behind him. He wanted a fresh start, a new home.
Even hours after Miguel Cabrera hit one of those home runs that define legends, the Tigers were still celebrating.
There is little argument that Jhonny Peralta makes the Tigers better when he is in the lineup. The bigger question is -- At what price?
Baseball America recently released its "MLB 2013 Best Tools" list, and the Detroit Tigers are all over it, with players - and manager Jim Leyland - placing in the top three of 10 categories.
Justin Verlander recently watched videotape of his 2011 season, when he was the AL's MVP and noticed he wasn't pitching the way he had back then - dominating, overpowering, nearly unhittable.
"We're tired of guys who go and blatantly try to break the system," Scherzer continued.
Peralta could still work out with the team to stay in playing shape and maintain chemistry and rhythm with teammates in preparation for a possible return at the very end of the regular season. He could - but he won't.
Ninth inning comebacks are rare in baseball. The Detroit Tigers had rallied to win twice all season when they trailed after eight innings.
It's obvious! The only reason for any media member to travel from Detroit to Cleveland was to get quotes about Tigers shortstop Jhonny Peralta as he just was suspended 30 minutes before everybody gathered at the park.
Jose Iglesias and a fresh band of Texas Rangers now have All-Star spikes to fill.
Not one to shy away from controversy, former Detroit Tigers pitcher Denny McLain told a reporter that Johnny Peralta should have taken one for the team.
Alex Avila's three-run homer in the ninth inning off closer Chris Perez rallied the Detroit Tigers to their ninth straight win, 4-2 on Monday night over the Cleveland Indians.
Alex Rodriguez figures to have a one-of-a-kind day on Monday.
Torii Hunter's RBI single in the 12th inning gave the Detroit Tigers a 3-2 victory over the White Sox on Sunday, extending Chicago's losing streak to 10 games.
Scherzer will have to wait for that 1,000th strikeout after falling one short Saturday night, but the Detroit right-hander took a shutout into the eighth inning.
Max Scherzer took a shutout into the eighth inning before being pulled, and the Detroit right-hander became baseball's first 16-game winner when the Tigers held on for a 3-0 victory over the punchless Chicago White Sox on Saturday night.
Max Scherzer has been as dominant immediately following the All-Star break as he was before it.
Doug Fister pitched eight impressive innings, Austin Jackson homered and Jose Iglesias drove in a run in his Detroit debut to lead the Tigers to a 2-1 win over the Chicago White Sox on Friday night.
Leyland doesn't seem to be the type to care about numbers, not even the one that he wears on his back.
The American League Central often gets billed as a weak division. Not today.
Jake Peavy last appeared in the postseason in 2006.
If you're a fan of most sports in Detroit, this week has been swell.
We've been kept in the dark on this for weeks.
The pitcher said his fastball had good life but was obviously erratic, and his curveball was solid, helping compensate for the fastball issues.
Detroit Tigers All-Star shortstop Jhonny Peralta said he shouldn't be on the list of players linked to the Biogenesis case.
Police in Dearborn Heights are investigating what they called "racist and offensive Ku Klux Klan recruitment materials" that were found in the city.
President Trump said tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports will rise to 50% on January 1, 2027, in a social media post.
John Skelton, the Michigan father accused of murder in the deaths of his three sons, is in court this week for a preliminary exam.
A missing boater was found safe Thursday night in Northern Michigan's Tawas Lake, nearly six hours after he was last seen by family.
The average cost of a gallon of unleaded gas in Michigan is $4.16, AAA said Monday.
President Trump said tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports will rise to 50% on January 1, 2027, in a social media post.
John Skelton, the Michigan father accused of murder in the deaths of his three sons, is in court this week for a preliminary exam.
A missing boater was found safe Thursday night in Northern Michigan's Tawas Lake, nearly six hours after he was last seen by family.
Police in Dearborn Heights are investigating what they called "racist and offensive Ku Klux Klan recruitment materials" that were found in the city.
The average cost of a gallon of unleaded gas in Michigan is $4.16, AAA said Monday.
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.
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
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.
President Trump said tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports will rise to 50% on January 1, 2027, in a social media post.
Historically rare, immigration arrests of military spouses and parents have become more common under the second Trump administration.
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
Dr. Mehmet Oz, the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, said the MMR vaccine is "not a lethal vaccine," despite President Trump's claims in recent days.
Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, said the tariff fight with Canada could extend U.S. inflation, should the tense trade dynamic between the historically allied countries continue.
A bat found in Livingston County, Michigan, has tested positive for rabies, the local health department said on Thursday.
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.
The Detroit Tigers were swept in a three-game series by the Kansas City Royals, falling 11-7 on Sunday.
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.
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.
East English Village Preparatory Academy in Detroit has resumed its clap-in tradition, welcoming students to the first day of class with applause and a party atmosphere. Here's what that looked like on Monday.
The U.S. imposed 50% tariffs on $20 billion in Canadian products on Saturday after negotiations between the historic allies failed. Canada's leader said it will retaliate beginning Sept. 8. CBS News has this report.
A preliminary hearing is set to begin Monday in Lenawee County in the case against John Skelton, who is accused of the murders of his three sons, Andrew, Alexander, and Tanner. The boys were last seen in 2010 in Morenci.
Families say the cost is up this year on school supplies, uniforms, lunch boxes and more. CBS Detroit talked to local parents to hear their tips on managing the expenses.
Monday is the first day of school for many Metro Detroit families. New cell phone rules have begun in Michigan public schools. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.