Ausmus Doesn't Expect Tigers To Make Major Roster Changes
"Relievers are a fickle group to figure out in terms of signing or trading for. There's very few guys that you can count on from year to year," he said.
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"Relievers are a fickle group to figure out in terms of signing or trading for. There's very few guys that you can count on from year to year," he said.
Wally Joyner, who served as Detroit's hitting coach from 2014-16, is not returning as the hitting coach in 2017 as he is interested in pursuing other interests in the game of baseball.
Major League Baseball's average attendance dropped 1.1 percent this season but still was the sport's 11th-highest year.
"Brad was instrumental in leading the team through adversity and with the development of our younger players, particularly the young starting pitchers," said Executive Vice President and General Manager Al Avila.
When the 2017 MLB season begins, Brad Ausmus will be back at the helm for the Detroit Tigers.
Tigers ace Justin Verlander (16-9, 3.04 ERA) nips Boston right-hander Rick Porcello (22-4, 3.15) and 2014 winner Corey Kluber (18-9, 3.14).
"A lot of hard work for naught," Verlander said.
Now that the regular season is over, it's time to start looking toward what the Detroit Tigers are going to do during the winter.
It's reasonable to assign blame in the wake of a disappointment.
Detroit Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera has been named the American League Player of the Week for the period ending October 2nd.
Detroit Tigers pitchers Justin Verlander and Michael Fulmer each posted impressive numbers in the 2016 season, putting themselves into strong consideration for postseason awards.
The makeup game between the Tigers and Indians scheduled for Monday, October 3, will not be played.
The Detroit Tigers were eliminated from playoff contention Sunday.
Verlander is 8-2 with a 2.00 ERA since the All-Star break, and had a pair of 11-strikeout games in September as well as one with 12 in his most recent start.
Detroit, trying to return to the postseason for the second time in three years, began the day a half-game behind Toronto for the second AL wild card.
Monday's game will only be played if necessary whereas it can impact postseason seedings.
MLB awards season is fast approaching. Bring on the debate.
For what it's worth, even Jones' mother had a hard time identifying her son.
The Detroit Tigers could end up with a wacky travel schedule next week — if they're able to keep their season going.
Per Paul Hoynes, an Indians beat writer for cleveland.com, the team's busses got held up by flash flooding on their way to Comerica Park this morning.
With due respect to Rick Porcello, Corey Kluber and a few others, Verlander should claim the A.L. Cy Young Award.
The Tigers came away with a rain-shortened 6-3 victory over the Cleveland Indians on Wednesday night, keeping pace with Baltimore in the AL wild-card race.
Even last year, when they finished last in the A.L. Central, the Tigers' per-game attendance was about 2,500 fans higher than it is this year.
Cleveland's most pressing concern was the health of its ace. Tuesday's 12-0 loss to Detroit was just another game.
The Tigers are hoping Castellanos can help push them over the top.
Detroit police allege that the 27-year-old woman was riding an electric scooter through the intersection of Linnhurst and Westphalia when the suspect struck her.
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.
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is being held out of practice with a hip injury, and coach Dan Campbell is hopeful the ailment doesn't linger into the season.
CBS News Detroit learned on Thursday that current plans are to continue running the course as it is.
Lincoln Park is increasing its water rates by about 15 to 28% starting Sept. 1, with the exact rates depending on water use.
Police say Ku Klux Klan flyers found in Southeast Michigan may be from a group from Ohio and appeared to have been tossed out of a car window.
Lincoln Park is increasing its water rates by about 15 to 28% starting Sept. 1, with the exact rates depending on water use.
CBS News Detroit learned on Thursday that current plans are to continue running the course as it is.
Tammara Saloum, a Muslim woman of Iraqi descent, filed the lawsuit in the Oakland County Circuit Court through the Michigan chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-MI).
Detroit police allege that the 27-year-old woman was riding an electric scooter through the intersection of Linnhurst and Westphalia when the suspect struck her.
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.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
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.
The FTC warned businesses against changing prices based on their analysis of a customer's personal data, which could violate consumer law.
The company told CBS News it will direct the refunds toward groceries and general merchandise.
Think that back-to-school photo is safe to post online? Bad actors could use AI "nudify" apps to make it X-rated.
The Gordie Howe International Bridge has been open for nearly a month, and it is celebrating with a new commemorative patch.
Progressive momentum has been a prominent storyline as Democrats look to flip control of the House and Senate next year. But how far will it go?
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.
The number of new cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan is starting to noticeably slow down, but state health officials are still tracking the summer outbreak.
Michigan is reporting its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as EEE, since 2021.
A second Metro Detroit library has reported detecting bedbugs, resulting in a temporary closure of the branch for treatment and cleaning.
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is being held out of practice with a hip injury, and coach Dan Campbell is hopeful the ailment doesn't linger into the season.
Michigan Athletics announced that it will be displaying advertisements for Coca-Cola, Meijer and Google Gemini at the 99-year-old Michigan Stadium for the first time.
Brandon Lowe homered off Detroit closer Kenley Jansen with two outs in the ninth inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Tigers.
Michigan faces a challenging season with six opponents in the preseason AP Top 25.
Braxton Ashcraft allowed five hits over eight efficient innings, Oneil Cruz homered in his return from the injured list, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Detroit Tigers 4-1.
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.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
With the Lions a few days away from their next preseason game, the team reported that tight end Sam LaPorta is out with an injury, while defensive end Derrick Moore made big plays during practice on Thursday.
Detroit Public Schools Community District is celebrating staff ahead of the school year with the "Summer on the Block" party.
Iran's foreign minister on Thursday dismissed President Trump's threat to wield "Economic Warfare and Isolation on an unprecedented scale" as a diversion from the burgeoning U.S. national debt and a "doubling down on failed policies."
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.
Lincoln Park is increasing its water rates by about 15 to 28 percent starting Sept. 1, with the exact rates depending on water use.