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I assume a columnist's job is to fire up its readers on occasion, but T.J. Simers of the Los Angeles Times really got me going. He wrote a scathing column on former Tiger Marcus Thames.
The Tigers expected the changes they made after last season would bring them to the top of the American League Central, and spring training has shown they have that capability.
Before the game, Tigers manager Jim Leyland announced that Will Rhymes had won the second base job. Last year's opening-day starter, Scott Sizemore, was sent to the minors.
Lions coach Jim Schwartz is in New Orleans for the NFL owners meetings, he says Matthew Stafford is progressing well from his January shoulder surgery but has not started throwing a football yet.
The five are pitchers Robbie Weinhardt and Fu-Te Ni, catcher Max St. Pierre, outfielder Clete Thomas and second baseman Scott Sizemore.
Victor Martinez had three hits and the Detroit Tigers roughed up Houston starter Brett Myers in a 9-1 victory over the Astros on Monday.
Justin Verlander was having a good spring in his effort to avoid going through a bad April again.
The explanation for why Detroit's top two pitching prospects, Andy Oliver and Jacob Turner, were included in the Tigers' first big roster cut of spring training while two lesser hurlers were not lies in their utility.
Detroit manager Jim Leyland says his lineup will be figured out in about a week and the starting pitching is set, leaving the biggest fight in camp for spots in the bullpen.
Brad Penny is on the mound for the Tigers today, Detroit in Lakeland to face the Twins who counter with Jeff Manship.
Chris Carpenter returned from a left hamstring injury and gave up three runs in four innings for the St. Louis Cardinals in a 9-4 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday.
Carlos Guillen (left knee microfracture surgery in September 2010) will open the season on the disabled list.
The Tigers lost to the Boston Red Sox today in 10 innings. Pitching dominated - as it has most of the spring.
No surprise today, Jim Leyland saying that Carlos Guillen and Joel Zumaya will not start the season on the Tigers big league roster.
It's all but certain Detroit will open the season with no third catcher, as it did last year, but the complicating factor is that this season, both catchers will be in the lineup at the same time for most games.
The Tigers do not expect Carlos Guillen to be ready for opening day. Jim Leyland saying this morning that he has been bothered by soreness in that surgically repaired left knee and will rest it the next few days.
Detroit first baseman Miguel Cabrera said he remains focused on baseball following the release of the police report detailing his February arrest on suspicion of drunken driving.
Rick Porcello annoyed his manager during a so-so start March 9. Porcello gave up a three-run home run during a shaky second inning while he was working a three-inning start against Philadelphia.
If the Tigers hadn't pushed Rick Porcello to the big leagues at age 20, we might not be asking as many questions about him now.
Miguel Cabrera went 2 for 3 with a home run and two RBIs on Friday, leading Detroit to a 7-4 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals in a spring training game Friday.
Miguel Cabrera was not on the travel roster for the Detroit Tigers' game Thursday night against the Florida Marlins.
Uncle James was a cool dude. He used to take us kids fishing on the banks of the Detroit River. He'd say, "Come on fishy, fishy."
Three reasons Miguel Cabrera's issues may run even deeper than I originally suspected
The fungus can live on surfaces, move from person to person and, in some cases, resist the drugs used to treat it. For people who are already sick, the fungus can become life-threatening and, in some cases, fatal.
Marilyn Ethel Harp, 74, of Ionia, was charged with bank fraud on June 30. She is due back in court for sentencing on Dec. 3 and faces up to 30 years in prison.
The child's mother, Morgan Dushaj, testified that she became concerned when her children did not return, and she was unable to reach the father.
Dodge unveiled the return of the Super Bee on Thursday during a media preview for Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge at M1 Concourse in Pontiac.
The St. Clair County Sheriff's Office has issued boater safety reminders ahead of the Raft Off event taking place Saturday.
The fungus can live on surfaces, move from person to person and, in some cases, resist the drugs used to treat it. For people who are already sick, the fungus can become life-threatening and, in some cases, fatal.
Three people, including one child, who were reported missing while tubing along the Muskegon River in West Michigan, were found on Friday, according to Michigan State Police.
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.
Marilyn Ethel Harp, 74, of Ionia, was charged with bank fraud on June 30. She is due back in court for sentencing on Dec. 3 and faces up to 30 years in prison.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has again denied Michigan's request for "individual assistance" funding in response to the March 6 tornadoes.
Dodge unveiled the return of the Super Bee on Thursday during a media preview for Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge at M1 Concourse in Pontiac.
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.
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.
The White House has informed Lisa Cook, a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, that President Trump is considering firing her.
The charge was dropped after Harden completed an alternative resolution program.
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.
The fungus can live on surfaces, move from person to person and, in some cases, resist the drugs used to treat it. For people who are already sick, the fungus can become life-threatening and, in some cases, fatal.
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 charge was dropped after Harden completed an alternative resolution program.
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.
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.
It was a close call for a Michigan State Police trooper who was almost hit head-on by an alleged drunk driver in Roscommon Township.
Thousands of people are expected to head out to Milford, Michigan, this weekend for the Milford Memories Summer Festival.
The popular Pierogi Festival returned to Detroit for another year.
Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs agreed to a three-year extension, which made him the highest-paid running back. Gibbs talked being back on the field after the deal was made.
Police in Idaho released new footage from the deadly shooting at an In-N-Out restaurant.