Tigers Rout Cleveland 12-0, Pull Within 1 Game Of Wild Card
Tigers pull within 1 game of wild card.
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Tigers pull within 1 game of wild card.
In desperate need of a late-season spark, the Tigers will activate Nick Castellanos form the disabled list prior to tonight's game against the Indians.
"It's crazy because that was a team that we used to beat up on pretty much," Martinez said.
The Cleveland Indians clinched the AL Central title Monday night, overcoming an injury to ace right-hander Corey Kluber in a 7-4 victory over the Detroit Tigers.
Cleveland Indians first baseman Carlos Santana and Detroit Tigers outfielder Justin Upton have been named the American League Co-Players of the Week for the period ending September 25th.
Ian Kinsler and Justin Verlander also love "second deck," clubhouse watchers noted.
Valiant vets? Or haggard has-beens? They decide.
The Tigers fell 1 and 1/2 games behind Baltimore for the second wild-card spot.
In the thick of a crowded playoff race, Detroit is leaning heavily on a trio of youngsters in the starting rotation.
Given a 4-2 lead, Rodriguez allowed singles to Alex Gordon and Hunter Dozier before Orlando's double. Cheslor Cuthbert walked and Hosmer hit his 24th homer.
The Tigers homered three times in an 8-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Friday night.
Verlander dropped the mic on that last tweet.
The Tigers moved into the second AL wild-card spot by beating the Minnesota Twins 4-2 Thursday to sweep a day-night doubleheader.
In a sport where quarterbacks have become increasingly coddled, here was invigorating proof of a guy bucking the trend.
Justin Upton and Victor Martinez homered as the Detroit Tigers picked up another win in the AL wild-card chase, beating the Minnesota Twins 9-2 Thursday in the opener of a day-night doubleheader.
The stated attendance for the Tigers and Twins makeup game was over 18,000 - photos appear to contradict that number.
Believe what you may about Brad Ausmus' future, but one writer close with the Tigers front office believes the oft-criticized manager will be back at the helm in 2017.
This might be the best home run call in history and it wasn't even intentional.
Thursday's doubleheader gives Detroit another big opportunity to climb in the wild card standings.
The American League Wild Card game is scheduled for Tuesday, October 4, at a time and location still to be announced.
"When you're in a situation like this, you have to make sure that you realize that you have to win," said Leyland, who was involved in numerous playoff races over his 22-year career as a big-league manager.
The Detroit Tigers kept second baseman Ian Kinsler and designated hitter Victor Martinez out of the lineup on Tuesday night at Minnesota, with both injured when being hit by pitches in their previous game.
Matt Boyd breezed through eight innings, backed by home runs from James McCann and Miguel Cabrera as the Detroit Tigers beat the Minnesota Twins 8-1.
"By the end of the trip, I felt like we were almost family. We definitely were starting to look like twins: the bearded brothers," he recalls.
The Toledo Mud Hens and Detroit Tigers today announced the extension of the player development agreement through the 2018 season, continuing the relationship between these two historic franchises that began 30 years ago.
Van Buren Township police say a 21-year-old man was killed in a two-vehicle crash Wednesday morning.
More than 30 high and middle school students in the Ferndale Public Schools district earned hands-on experience, and for some, wages, as part of the district's Drone Apprenticeship Program.
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.
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).
Van Buren Township police say a 21-year-old man was killed in a two-vehicle crash Wednesday morning.
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.