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Sweeping their way into the AL Central lead, the red-hot Detroit Tigers are looking to stay there after making a key trade.
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Sweeping their way into the AL Central lead, the red-hot Detroit Tigers are looking to stay there after making a key trade.
There was a time when scouts, baseball insiders, writers, broadcasters and run-of-the-mill cynics were snorting and wondering exactly which day in April the Tigers would abandon their shift of Miguel Cabrera from first base to third.
1. He fills a glaring need at second base.
Justin Verlander performed like an ace is supposed to and the rest of the Detroit Tigers followed suit.
The Detroit Tigers have acquired second baseman Omar Infante and right-hander Anibal Sanchez from Miami, sending 21-year-old righty Jacob Turner and two minor leaguers to the Marlins.
An exciting new promotion has been added to the lineup this season to commemorate a special accomplishment that took place yesterday at Comerica Park.
It is fun again at Comerica Park.
Jim Leyland doesn't give an ox's tail if 2012 is following the path of 2011.
We know that the Tigers are trying to make a deal before the end of this months trading deadline.
Detroit slugger Miguel Cabrera has hit his 300th homer, becoming the second Venezuela-born player to reach that mark.
Well, I told you not to panic. It's a long season, remember? The Tigers start the final week of July in first place in the AL Central, one and a half games in front of the White Sox. I never worried for a minute.
Miguel Cabrera hits his 300th career home run and the Detroit Tigers beat the Chicago White Sox 6-4 on Sunday.
Rookie right-hander Jacob Turner will try to keep them there at the expense of the slumping Chicago White Sox.
Many expected the Detroit Tigers to run away with the AL Central this year, but it's been nearly three months since they were in first place.
RBI's by Miguel Cabrera, Prince Fielder, and Delmon Young helped the Detroit Tigers beat the Chicago White Sox 4-2 on Friday.
The Tigers continue their seven-game homestand as they host the division-rival Chicago White Sox during a three-game series this weekend at Comerica Park.
While there figures to be plenty of intrigue surrounding this weekend's three-game set between the AL Central-leading Chicago White Sox and second-place Detroit Tigers, neither club appears to be buying in to the hype.
Max Scherzer was back in top form Thursday, pitching three-hit ball over seven innings.
There's a reason Tigers manager Jim Leyland downplays Detroit's "showdown series" with the first-place Chicago White Sox this weekend.
Justin Verlander. pitcher, Detroit Tigers - Every time he pitches, Verlander is literally a threat to throw a no hitter. It doesn't get any more thrilling than that.
The great thing about baseball is that there is a new game virtually every day. Bad feelings can turn good. Losing streaks can be snapped.
Max Scherzer struck out nine and got plenty of run support as Miguel Cabrera and Alex Avila homered to help the Detroit Tigers beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-1 Thursday.
With the exception of their most recent defeat, the Detroit Tigers should be happy about the way they've collectively swung the bats of late.
After Tuesday night's thumping that the LA Angels put on the Detroit Tigers in near record heat, it got me thinking about the fans in attendance and how bad it had to suck being at that game, and if baseball games in this hot, humid weather is the worst to attend.
Wednesday was a good day for the Tigers but at the same time a frustrating one for skipper Jim Leyland.
CBS News Detroit received an exclusive look at the new Graebner Elementary School in the Utica Community Schools district.
Air traffic recordings captured a Delta captain alerting air traffic controllers that he was feeling sick and needed to get to a hospital.
The ad campaign is part of the department's pitch to attract experienced attorneys, following high turnover among those hired straight out of law school.
Freddy Peralta pitched six scoreless innings and picked up his first win with his new team as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Detroit Tigers 3-0 on Wednesday.
A 22-year-old Inkster man who is accused of randomly stabbing a 63-year-old woman at a Dollar Tree store earlier this week has been charged.
Supporters say it's about separating campaign contributions from government decisions.
A boater was killed, with another rescued from the water, after a boat flipped over in Oxbow Lake on Tuesday.
Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery in Grand Rapids will open its corn maze season on Sept. 1 with a Dolly Parton theme.
CBS News Detroit received an exclusive look at the new Graebner Elementary School in the Utica Community Schools district.
Wayne County health officials on Wednesday reported the county's first human case of West Nile virus in 2026.
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.
Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery in Grand Rapids will open its corn maze season on Sept. 1 with a Dolly Parton theme.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
Detroit rapper Eminem joined several others paying tribute to singer and actress Dolly Parton, who died at the age of 80.
The Parade Company is preparing for the 100th America's Thanksgiving Parade in downtown Detroit, and this year's grand marshal is businessman Dan Gilbert.
Freddy Peralta pitched six scoreless innings and picked up his first win with his new team as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Detroit Tigers 3-0 on Wednesday.
Canadian officials said the tariffs set to be imposed on more than 800 U.S. imports are "strategic" and designed to target some states.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Meta agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion to settle allegations that its social media platforms are addictive.
Wayne County health officials on Wednesday reported the county's first human case of West Nile virus in 2026.
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.
Freddy Peralta pitched six scoreless innings and picked up his first win with his new team as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Detroit Tigers 3-0 on Wednesday.
The 6-foot-10, 250-pound former NBA player was removed from Sunday's game after he was confronted by Sky guard Natasha Cloud.
Max Clark hit his first home run at Comerica Park and five Tigers pitchers combined to allow one run as Detroit ended a six-game losing streak with a 4-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.
More than two weeks before the Detroit Lions kick off their 2026 regular season, the team unveiled its new uniform on Tuesday.
Detroit's new professional women's hockey team welcomed its star player to Little Caesars Arena on Tuesday, officially introducing Hilary Knight.
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.
Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery in Grand Rapids will open its corn maze season on Sept. 1 with a Dolly Parton theme.
Training camp is winding down for the Detroit Lions as they prepare for their final preseason game against the Indianapolis Colts.
Actor Tim Curry has died at age 80. To honor him, the Michigan Rocky Horror Preservation Society is hosting a shadow cast screening at the Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre on Friday.
Highs will climb slowly this weekend with a run at 90 degrees to start next week.
CBS News Detroit received an exclusive look at the new Graebner Elementary School in the Utica Community Schools district.