Tigers 6, Twins 5
The Tigers get a second win in as many days as Detroit beats the Minnesota Twins 6-5 on Monday afternoon.
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The Tigers get a second win in as many days as Detroit beats the Minnesota Twins 6-5 on Monday afternoon.
Justin Verlander threw a career-high 132 pitches -- the last clocking 100 mph on the stadium radar gun -- but allowed Boston just four hits in doing his part to shut the Red Sox out.
The Twins were embarrassed by the Tigers in their first series of the season, surrendering 19 runs while getting swept in a two-game home series May 10 and 11. Detroit has won five of the last six meetings between these division rivals, outscoring Minnesota 55-30 in that stretch.
Detroit has gone through four second basemen so far this season will be on their fifth the first time Danny Worth opens a game at the position, which will happen shortly.
The Tigers continue to do their Jekyl and Hyde act, sometimes looking like a team with its eye on the post-season prize, and other times falling flat. Are the Tigers just a .500 team then, the record they finished with last season? Or are they just teasing us before getting their act together?
The Tigers salvage one game out of the four game series shutting-out the Boston Red Sox 3-0 Sunday night.
Well, now some news that you haven't heard in almost 24 hours. The Detroit Tigers-Boston Red Sox game is in rain delay.
The Tigers tied it up in the sixth inning only to see that disappear as David Ortiz hit a solo home run in the ninth to give the Red Sox the only lead needed as the Detroit Tigers drop the first game of a doubleheader 4-3 on Sunday.
The Detroit Tigers have no control over the weather, which has wiped out four of their home games in a 14-day span.
Jhonny Peralta is about two months ahead of where he was last year in the home run department.
So now it's second base roulette for the Tigers. Detroit has gone through four second basemen so far this season will be on their fifth the first time Danny Worth opens a game at the position, which will happen shortly.
Boston will get its first look at Detroit left-hander Andy Oliver, who was called up from the minors to make his 2011 debut Saturday in place of the injured Phil Coke.
The Detroit Tigers traded second baseman Scott Sizemore to the Oakland Athletics for left-handed reliever David Purcey on Friday.
The Detroit Tigers recalled left-handed starter Andy Oliver from Triple-A Toledo after Friday night's 6-3 loss to the Boston Red Sox.
If you have any gently used gloves, bats, balls or other baseball equipment just sitting in the basement or garage, the Detroit Tigers can put it to good use.
A five-run third inning by the Red Sox put the Tigers in a hole they could not dig out of, as the Detroit Tigers lose to the Boston Red Sox 6-3 on Friday night.
The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has acquired lefthanded pitcher David Purcey from the Oakland Athletics in exchange for second baseman Scott Sizemore.
The Tigers look to get back on track tonight, game 2 of their 4 game set with red hot Boston. Red Sox have won 3 straight and have scored 28 runs in their last 2 games with Carl Crawford going 8 for 9 in those contests.
Already the franchise leader in starts and innings pitched, Boston Red Sox right-hander Tim Wakefield is closing in on the team's wins record. The 44-year-old knuckleballer has a good chance to move closer to that mark if the Red Sox can continue their run-scoring surge.
Magglio Ordonez (right ankle weakness) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 11. He is eligible to come off the disabled list May 26, but that move will be contingent on the strength of his ankle.
Don Kelly is showing Jim Leyland enough that the Detroit manager will find ways to get him into the lineup.
Will Detroit management have to change its mind about whom to send down when Andy Oliver is pulled up Saturday to pitch against Boston?
Max Scherzer's first six pitches against the Boston Red Sox missed the plate. His day only got worse.
Max Scherzer gave up 7 ERs over 2 IP, which is Scherzer's shortest outing with the Tigers.
Magglio Ordonez could have come off the DL as early as today and he is not ready yet.
The search continues for two adults and a child who were reported missing after a tubing outing along the Muskegon River.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has again denied Michigan's request for "individual assistance" funding in response to the March 6 tornadoes.
Under a new pilot program at the University of Michigan, first-semester grades for some students will not appear on external transcripts or factor into GPA calculations.
A species of tick that was considered eradicated in the United States almost hitched a ride on leaves that arrived at Detroit Metro.
A federal judge ruled a jury must decide whether former Grand Rapids officer Christopher Schurr violated Patrick Lyoya's civil rights when he shot him in the back of the head in 2022.
Under a new pilot program at the University of Michigan, first-semester grades for some students will not appear on external transcripts or factor into GPA calculations.
Detroit's Cooley High School, which opened in 1928 and closed in 2010, is being fully demolished to make way for a new athletic complex on the site.
A species of tick that was considered eradicated in the United States almost hitched a ride on leaves that arrived at Detroit Metro.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has again denied Michigan's request for "individual assistance" funding in response to the March 6 tornadoes.
The search continues for two adults and a child who were reported missing after a tubing outing along the Muskegon River.
As a special Goodyear Auto Service Center, the store will display the company's products, technology and heritage.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
A 23-year-old man who pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise in connection with a Metro Detroit vehicle theft operation that Michigan officials called "prolific" has been sentenced, according to online court records.
Many newer vehicles are equipped with high-efficiency cabin air filters capable of capturing a significant amount of fine particulate matter.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
A major weekend in Ann Arbor as fans gear up to see country music star Morgan Wallen take over the University of Michigan Big House stadium on Friday and Saturday.
A federal judge ruled a jury must decide whether former Grand Rapids officer Christopher Schurr violated Patrick Lyoya's civil rights when he shot him in the back of the head in 2022.
The typical American's paycheck has grown faster since 2019 than in any stretch since the early 1980s. But prices climbed nearly as fast, swallowing about 80% of the wage increase.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of documents and images related to UFOs, the fifth disclosure in recent months about the strange encounters.
Companies receiving billions in refunds for U.S. tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court should return money to consumers, Sen. Elizabeth Warren said.
A Transportation Department proposal could obscure the cost of a plane ticket, aviation experts warn. Here's what to know.
State and federal health officials say cyclosporiasis cases are slowing down, and contaminated lettuce is no longer on the market.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says it has counted 12,218 cyclosporiasis cases in the state as of Aug. 5.
Despite more than 11,500 cyclosporiasis cases statewide, Michigan health officials say residents should continue eating fresh produce and follow washing and handling steps to reduce their risk of illness.
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reports there have been 10,773 cyclosporiasis cases in the state during the past five weeks.
Dillon Dingler homered for the third straight game and finished with three hits and three RBIs as the Detroit Tigers defeated the Seattle Mariners 11-0.
Jahmyr Gibbs and the Detroit Lions have reportedly reached a three-year, $67.5 million deal, making him the highest-paid running back.
Officials say Haddad will oversee all football and business operations and work with principal owner Sheila Hamp and the board of directors.
Troy Melton threw seven sharp innings and Colt Keith hit a two-run single as the Detroit Tigers beat the Seattle Mariners 8-0 to open their post-Tarik Skubal era.
Devin White finished last season as the NFL's third-leading tackler.
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.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
Former NBA All-Star/entrepreneur Jalen Rose, DTE's Trevor Lauer and Oakland University president Ora Hirsch Pescovitz headline an all-star Michigan Matters episode.
The Dearborn Homecoming Festival runs Friday through Sunday at Ford Field Park. Opening day included All-Stars Day special hours admission.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has denied on appeal a request from the State of Michigan for individual assistance funding in response to the March 6 tornado outbreak.
In honor of National Coffee Month, Balam Coffee and Wine of Ferndale showcases some of the Mexican-inspired drinks and treats on its menu.
Heat and humidity continue today with a chance of showers and storms. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Karen Carter explains if we'll rain will ruin our weekend.
The 2026 Westland Blues, Brews and Barbecue takes place Friday and Saturday at Thomas H. Brown Central City Park. Here's an introduction to the food and what to expect.