Detroit Tigers Notes And Quotes 10-17-11
Max Scherzer wasn't as sharp in his second shot at Texas as in his first.
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Max Scherzer wasn't as sharp in his second shot at Texas as in his first.
A thin bullpen, mainly because manager Jim Leyland couldn't use Al Alburquerque as much as he would have liked, and a thick list of nicked-up players hurt the Tigers' chances of overcoming Texas in their six-game American League Championship Series.
Moments after the Detroit Tigers were eliminated from the AL championship series, Alex Avila was already looking forward to the future.
Moments after the Detroit Tigers were eliminated from the AL championship series, Alex Avila was already looking forward to the future.
The Detroit Tigers lose in the biggest way to the Texas Rangers 15-5 in Game 6 of the ALCS on Saturday night.
While the Tigers haven't figured out how to shut down Cruz, who already has an LCS-record five home runs, they managed to extend the best-of-seven AL series and get it back to Texas
With no margin for error, the Detroit Tigers used home run power, a lucky bounce, and an incredible performance from Justin Verlander to stay alive in the ALCS with a 7-5 win over the Texas Rangers.
Justin Verlander thinks he's perfectly positioned for a possible relief appearance in Game 7 of the AL Championship Series. His manager has him poised for Game 1 of the World Series.
According to the Tigers' manager, Justin Verlander was going deep into Game 5 of the American League Championship Series on Thursday, and Phil Coke would finish up.
If Detroit does the unthinkable and moves on to the World Series, then I think we all know what play we can look back on and say "that is where it all changed."
The Tigers remain down three games to two in the American League Championship Series. They still must go on the road to face the Texas Rangers, who are noticeably better in their home ball park.
Justin Verlander helped save Detroit's season with a gutsy effort and the Tigers hit for a sudden cycle to break away from Texas in a 7-5 victory Thursday that cut the Rangers' lead to 3-2 in the AL championship series.
The Texas Rangers are one victory away from returning to the World Series for the second straight season. All they must do is once again get past Justin Verlander to accomplish that feat.
Tigers manager Jim Leyland says relievers Jose Valverde and Joaquin Benoit won't pitch in Thursday's fifth game of the AL championship series.
The Tigers have announced their lineup for game 5 of the ALCS.
The Tigers just can't seem to outrun the rain. And Thursday's Game 5 of the ALCS doesn't appear to be any different, with more rain in the forecast.
Watching the Tigers last night, I found myself second guessing a lot of things.
In the early days of relief specialization, teams figured they were golden if they had one shut-down late inning stopper.
Fans were dejected after Wednesday night's loss at Comerica Park, but they're not giving up on their Tigers just yet.
Nelson Cruz made a rocket throw to keep the score tied, then hit a crushing three-run homer in the 11th inning that helped send the Texas Rangers over the Detroit Tigers 7-3 Wednesday night for a 3-1 lead in the AL Championship Series.
The Tigers have announced their lineup for game 4 of the ALDS. The question was if Victor Martinez and Delmon Young would play for the Tigers.
Doug Fister gave up singles to the first three batters he faced, falling behind 1-0, but recovered to pitch Detroit back into the American League Championship Series against Texas by working one out into the eighth and leaving with a 5-1 lead, having allowed just four more hits.
After finally showing signs of life at the plate, the Detroit Tigers are right back in the AL championship series.
As the Texas Rangers were taking batting practice at Comerica Park on Tuesday evening getting ready for game 3 of the ALCS, something stuck out to me as being very cool.
During last night's ball game Josh Hamilton swung and tossed his bat into the crowd.
Last year, the Michigan Storm Chasers launched their first relief efforts in northern Michigan after a historic ice storm. Now they're doing it again, rushing to bring disaster relief to the deep south.
State and local officials are weighing in after President Trump doubled down on comments this week that the federal government should take over federal elections in several Democratic-led cities, including Detroit.
Detroit police are investigating after a man was found dead inside a vehicle on Wednesday, Feb. 4.
A former school bus driver is suing Mattawan Consolidated Schools, alleging wrongful termination after offering bags of candy to students, some of which contained "brief Christian messages."
Ron Teasley, a Detroit native who played for the New York Cubans in the Negro National League, died on Tuesday at age 99.
Nearly two weeks after a man drove his car into an entrance at Detroit Metro Airport, new security measures are now in place.
Student organizers at Community High School also inspired several other schools in Ann Arbor to do the same.
Attorney General Dana Nessel's office said its department has received more than 5,000 emails from the public regarding immigration enforcement activity.
Last year, the Michigan Storm Chasers launched their first relief efforts in northern Michigan after a historic ice storm. Now they're doing it again, rushing to bring disaster relief to the deep south.
The Genesee County Prosecutor's Office declined to prosecute two officers who fired their weapons in response to an armed shooter last fall at a church in Grand Blanc.
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
State and local officials are weighing in after President Trump doubled down on comments this week that the federal government should take over federal elections in several Democratic-led cities, including Detroit.
Attorney General Dana Nessel's office said its department has received more than 5,000 emails from the public regarding immigration enforcement activity.
Over 50 million Americans will face higher utility costs as a result of rate hikes approved in 2025, according to PowerLines.
Ryan Routh, the man convicted in a 2024 assassination attempt of President Trump at his Florida golf course, has been sentenced to life in prison.
The disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, is being investigated as a crime.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
Legionella testing at Oakland County government facilities has detected the bacteria in the water systems of two additional buildings.
When the temperatures plummet, and the snow starts piling up, most of us have the same instinct: retreat indoors, crank up the heat, and get cozy.
Planned Parenthood of Michigan has started to offer vasectomy services in Grand Rapids, with plans to expand the procedure across the state.
Ron Teasley, a Detroit native who played for the New York Cubans in the Negro National League, died on Tuesday at age 99.
The Lions fan who was involved in an altercation with Steelers WR DK Metcalf and filed a $100 million lawsuit held a press conference.
The Detroit Curling Club dates back to 1832.
Mickey Lolich, a Detroit Tigers great and 1968 World Series MVP, has died, the Tigers organization confirmed.
The games run from Feb. 6 through Feb. 22, and 17 Olympians from Michigan are among the nearly 230 athletes competing for Team USA.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
Huntington Place CEO Bryan Crowe and his team have been preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Detroit Auto Show this week.
The focus is on health, as Dusty Mysen, a father of four from Oxford, diagnosed with pancreatic cancer several years ago, who underwent aggressive therapy, is now cancer-free five years later.
Last year, the Michigan Storm Chasers launched their first relief efforts in northern Michigan after a historic ice storm. Now they're doing it again, rushing to bring disaster relief to the deep south.
"Today" show anchor Savannah Guthrie posted a video of her and her siblings pleading for their mother's return, days after her disappearance.
State and local officials are weighing in after President Trump doubled down on comments this week that the federal government should take over federal elections in several Democratic-led cities, including Detroit.
Detroit police are investigating after a man was found dead inside a vehicle on Wednesday, Feb. 4.
Snow showers return later on Thursday.