Are Expectations For Verlander Too High? Leyland And The Ace Himself Weigh In
In five of his 15 starts so far, Verlander has only lasted five innings or fewer.
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In five of his 15 starts so far, Verlander has only lasted five innings or fewer.
"I'm still going to use Valverde," Leyland said. "I just don't think you discharge him just yet."
Miguel Cabrera is the unquestioned best hitter in baseball, but Austin Jackson is more valuable to the Tigers right now.
We know Jim Leyland doesn't like to talk about his lineups!
Verlander is on pace to go 19-12 with a 3.74 ERA and 249 strikeouts this season.
J.J. Hardy and Adam Jones homered off Justin Verlander to lead the Baltimore Orioles to a 5-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday night.
Fans at Comerica Park Monday night got their money's worth. With the bases loaded and a 3-2 count, one of the American League's best pitchers stared down one of the league's hottest-hitting sluggers.
By and large, Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland is okay with the second-guessing.
136 players have hit at least 300 home runs. That's a fairly distinctive achievement in its own right. Of those 136, only eight have also won nine or more Gold Gloves.
Max Scherzer improved to 10-0 and struck out 10, Miguel Cabrera hit a two-run homer and the Detroit Tigers beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-1 on Monday night.
The Tigers have announced that SP Anibal Sanchez and C Alex Avila are headed to the DL.
If someone had said before this season that Max Scherzer, not Justin Verlander, would be the pitcher with the team's best record by mid-June, few would have believed it.
Doug Fister held Minnesota hitless until the sixth inning and Torii Hunter connected for his 300th career home run, leading the Detroit Tigers over the Twins 5-2 Sunday.
P.J. Walters outdueled the Detroit Tigers' Doug Fister in his season debut with the Minnesota Twins but unearned runs have helped spoil a pair of respectable outings for the right-hander recently.
Trevor Plouffe had three hits, including a two-run homer, in his return to the Twins lineup, and Sam Deduno held Detroit in check over seven innings in Minnesota's 6-3 victory over the Tigers on Saturday night.
The Tigers need to find a closer. This much is agreed upon. Where to find that closer?
With a dominant effort, Anibal Sanchez came within two outs of history the last time he faced the Minnesota Twins.
Prince Fielder broke open a scoreless game with a two-run double in the sixth inning, the spark that Rick Porcello and the Detroit Tigers used to beat the Minnesota Twins 4-0 on Friday night.
1. Jose Valverde: Seems like he's either gone today or right back out tonight pitching for his major league life.
The Detroit Tigers have activated centerfielder and leadoff hitter Austin Jackson, and he is expected to be back in action Friday.
Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland understands fans' frustration with the bullpen, particularly with closer Jose Valverde.
Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson went 2 for 5 during Thursday's rehab game.
Leyland has invited Chicago White Sox manager Robin Ventura and Toronto Blue Jays manager John Gibbons to represent the American League.
Wednesday after Jose Valverde gave up a two run bomb, in the 9th, to erase a Justin Verlander backed 2-0 Tiger lead. I had seen enough.
Zoo officials say they "worked in close coordination with local authorities" to determine the threat credibility. Officials say similar calls were made against other zoos across the country.
As cities across Metro Detroit address concerns about teen takeovers, one local attorney is doing what she can to discourage teens from participating.
Vaughn Grissom hit a grand slam and drove in six runs as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Detroit Tigers 10-6 on Tuesday night.
The sheriff's office says the two people killed were identified as a 49-year-old man and a 51-year-old man, both from Mason.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued over $26,000 in fines against the U.S. Postal Service after a worker died late last year at a distribution center in Allen Park, Michigan.
When COVID-19 hit, Detroit received a historic infusion of federal funds through the American Rescue Plan Act.
Zoo officials say they "worked in close coordination with local authorities" to determine the threat credibility. Officials say similar calls were made against other zoos across the country.
Legislation has been introduced to address safety and transparency at Michigan's state prisons in the aftermath of recent inmate deaths.
A destructive tornado struck part of Southeast Michigan 130 years ago this week, the Oakland County Emergency Management agency said.
CBS News has learned the sailboat used by Brian and Lynette Hooker before her disappearance in the Bahamas had an infrared camera capable of detecting heat radiation.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
From classic cruisers to new memories still being made, the Woodward Dream Cruise remains a celebration of Michigan's automotive culture.
If you are planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, remember that the cost of gas this year is noticeably higher than last year.
Michigan is demanding repayment of $35 million from the American Center for Mobility, a key player in autonomous vehicle development.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
For three days, Detroit is the epicenter of techno music with this Memorial Day weekend tradition, and the music lovers made sure to attend the final day of the Movement Festival on Monday.
The community space, which has been under renovation since October 2025, includes a swing set, play area and seating with umbrellas.
One hundred men were dressed to the nines on Sunday afternoon on Livernois Avenue in Detroit for the sixth annual 100 Men in Suits initiative.
Stephen Colbert made a surprise appearance hosting the "Only in Monroe" community access show broadcast in Monroe, Michigan, on Friday, one night after he recorded his final episode of "The Late Show."
Vaughn Grissom hit a grand slam and drove in six runs as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Detroit Tigers 10-6 on Tuesday night.
Records show that Baker is running unopposed as a Republican and will face the Democratic primary winner in the general election.
CBS News has learned the sailboat used by Brian and Lynette Hooker before her disappearance in the Bahamas had an infrared camera capable of detecting heat radiation.
A top DHS official directed ICE attorneys to aggressively pursue administrative fraud cases against immigration lawyers accused of filing false asylum claims.
President Trump on Tuesday underwent a "6 month physical" at Walter Reed National Military Hospital, he posted on social media.
Two Detroit nonprofit organizations have partnered together to fight food insecurity for elementary school students.
St. Clair County health officials have identified the county's first salmonella case linked to a multistate outbreak associated with backyard poultry.
Experts at Children's Hospital of Michigan say they typically see a rise in preventable injuries this time of year, many of which can happen in just seconds.
The app helps people with allergies navigate menus and get information about kitchen practices, so they know what's safe to eat.
A bill that would ban anyone under age 16 from viewing, using or accessing social media in Michigan was introduced in the state legislature.
Vaughn Grissom hit a grand slam and drove in six runs as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Detroit Tigers 10-6 on Tuesday night.
Detroit Pistons players Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren have earned All-NBA honors, the team announced Sunday.
Dillon Dingler hit a two-run homer in the first inning, Troy Melton and two relievers combined on a three-hitter and the Detroit Tigers stopped an eight-game losing streak by beating the Baltimore Orioles 4-1 Sunday in a doubleheader nightcap.
Detroit Tigers second baseman Gleyber Torres said Sunday his left oblique strain isn't fully healed and he will be taking a break from swinging the bat as he works to return from the injury.
Colton Cowser hit a three-run homer off Kenley Jansen with two outs in the ninth inning, and the Baltimore Orioles beat Detroit 5-3 in a day-night doubleheader opener Sunday that extended the Tigers' losing streak to eight.
It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
This week on Michigan Matters, the roundtable talks about the governor's race and the impact of former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
The roundtable discusses the impact of rising gas prices and friction at the federal level with Canada and the U.S., and how it affects tourism.
Life Directions has been helping guide and mentor young people in Detroit.
Robert Costa, the award-winning national correspondent for CBS Sunday Morning and chief Washington analyst for CBS News, talks about Michigan's role in this critical midterm election.
Troy Mayor Ethan Baker announced last week his campaign for Michigan's 11th Congressional District, a seat being left open by Rep. Haley Stevens.
Downtown Detroit is in full Grand Prix mode, with the annual IndyCar race starting later this week, but businesses in the area are already getting ready.
Home surveillance video shows the moment a e-bike's battery exploded in a garage in Ann Arbor.
Two Michigan Department of Transportation construction workers have died after a driver lost control and hit them in the Lansing area on Tuesday.
As cities across Metro Detroit address concerns about teen takeovers, one local attorney is doing what she can to discourage teens from participating.