J.D. Martinez Returns To Batting Fifth; Iglesias Back In Lineup
Martinez had recently been moved to the sixth spot because of struggles at the plate, but Ausmus said Martinez has turned a corner.
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Martinez had recently been moved to the sixth spot because of struggles at the plate, but Ausmus said Martinez has turned a corner.
Father's Day only happens once a year; don't miss out on a chance to show him he's the Dad-of-the-year with a special delivery.
Alex Avila, Detroit's regular catcher for the past few seasons, is dealing with a knee problem, and that means McCann will have to play a bigger role than expected at this early stage in his career.
The official MLB online shop briefly sold a plus sized woman's Astros t-shirt -- the Detroit Astros, which was very quickly taken down.
Prior to Thursday's game vs. the Minnesota Twins at 1:08 p.m., over 1,300 students from local schools will participate in Weather Day, the third installment of the Tigers' annual "Class Outside Series."
The Tigers had plenty of chances to win. The fact they lost does not come down to Ausmus's decision to pinch-run for Cabrera.
J.D. Martinez will be signing autographs at The D Shop from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
So far, the season series between the Detroit Tigers and the Kansas City Royals has lived up to the hype.
David Price's next start is being pushed back two days as the Detroit left-hander recovers from a right hamstring strain.
The game was delayed after the top of the ninth, with the score tied at 1.
Price hurt himself Friday night when he stepped on a bat that had been tossed aside by an umpire in anticipation of a possible play at the plate.
"He's really good about helping with those nuances and kind of making that learning curve not as big of a learning curve," McCann said.
Anibal Sanchez allowed six runs and nine hits in six innings, his ERA rising to 5.44 on the young season. He came into the game with a 1.40 ERA in eight career starts against the Royals.
Martinez has been working with Tigers hitting coach Wally Joyner to get himself back to form, and those efforts have made a difference.
Price suffered the injury Friday against the Kansas City Royals, when he stepped on a bat while covering home plate.
In a corresponding move, the Tigers are recalling the contract of catcher Bryan Holaday from Triple-A Toledo.
"My heel stepped on the bat, and then it rolled to the front of my foot," Price said. "It felt like it kind of hyperextended my leg."
Reliever Yohan Pino threw wildly to first base, allowing Anthony Gose to score the winning run in the ninth inning as the Tigers beat the Royals 6-5 on Friday night.
Thursday afternoon, Kyle Lobstein pitched an absolute gem, guiding the team to a 4-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
Lobstein's only jam came in the fourth inning, when Chicago tied the score and loaded the bases with no outs.
With every game Verlander misses, however, Lobstein gets another start, and that experience could benefit the Tigers sooner than later.
Going into this week's series, Martinez was 4-for-24 in the last six games, with a batting average of .167 and on-base percentage of .200.
Joba Chamberlain felt good, and early on everything seemed to be falling into place.
Tigers outfielder J.D. Martinez will be signing autographs at Comerica Park on Monday, May 11 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The D Shop.
"Green means go!!! Gas pedals on the right!"
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer named a new acting director of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services ahead of current Director Elizabeth Hertel's departure.
A man, who authorities say was armed with a weapon, was shot by Detroit police on Monday ahead of the annual Ford Fireworks show.
A housing project in Detroit is finally done thanks to more than 30 volunteers.
The Republican senator said he was suspending his campaign and supporting Congressman John James, who received an endorsement from President Trump on Monday.
With the Fourth of July holiday approaching, the Bloomfield Township Police Department is once again urging drivers to be responsible when behind the wheel.
A man, who authorities say was armed with a weapon, was shot by Detroit police on Monday ahead of the annual Ford Fireworks show.
The Republican senator said he was suspending his campaign and supporting Congressman John James, who received an endorsement from President Trump on Monday.
University of Michigan men's basketball coach Dusty May is leaving for the Dallas Mavericks head coaching job.
Here's what to know ahead of the 2026 fireworks show in downtown Detroit.
A system transition away from decades-old tax processing technology contributed to slower refund timelines for Michigan taxpayers this spring, state officials confirmed Monday.
According to AAA, the average cost of gas statewide sits at $4.07.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
The United Auto Workers announced on Wednesday a tentative agreement with American Axle in Three Rivers, Michigan, ending a 10-day strike.
American Axle, which is headquartered in Detroit, is a Tier 1 supplier to General Motors. UAW members have launched a strike at its Three Rivers site.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Crews have been preparing all morning, getting everything ready for the show just after 10 p.m.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Claude Guillemot and a flight instructor were flying in a twin-motor Cessna 421 on Friday evening. An investigation into the crash is underway.
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
For many people in Detroit, Rosa Parks was a neighbor, mentor, colleague and friend.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
A Trump administration plan would charge legal immigrants seeking citizenship $570 more in application fees while eliminating waivers and fee reductions for low-income applicants.
Etan Patz walked out of his New York City home headed for a school bus stop in May of 1979. He never made it to school and has never been found.
Faster income growth for top U.S. earners has eroded Social Security's tax base, fueling calls to raise or eliminate the payroll tax cap.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer named a new acting director of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services ahead of current Director Elizabeth Hertel's departure.
On Monday, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced the state's second round of medical debt forgiveness.
Blood drives are happening all across Michigan, including one at the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Michigan Chapter in Detroit.
An experimental fentanyl vaccine that has spent years in development is now entering a new phase, offering new hope in the fight against the nation's ongoing overdose epidemic.
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
University of Michigan men's basketball coach Dusty May is leaving for the Dallas Mavericks head coaching job.
Miyu Yamashita got into a playoff Sunday in the Meijer LPGA Classic in West Michigan when Lottie Woad's 3-foot par try lipped out to close regulation, then won with a 3-footer of her own on the first extra hole.
Dillon Dingler homered and drove in the tying run in the ninth, Matt Vierling's bloop single finished off Detroit's comeback as the Tigers beat the Chicago White Sox 5-4 in 10 innings on Sunday.
Mellissa Channell-Watkins, a Plymouth, Michigan, native, and two other defenders have signed with PWHL Detroit, the team said on Sunday.
Serena Williams recently returned to competition in doubles after nearly four years away from professional tennis.
Former U.S. Energy Secretary and Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm appears exclusively on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
We're in the throes of the 100 most dangerous driving days of the year as more folks take to the road for vacations.
Four leaders appear in one-on-one conversations on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday to discuss their political futures and the road ahead in the 2026 midterms.
Bob Riney, president and CEO of Henry Ford Health, headlines Michigan Matters this Sunday, along with three other community champions who discuss important issues dissected at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
Warm temperatures rebuild this week with rain likely on Wednesday night and Thursday.
A housing project in Detroit is finally done thanks to more than 30 volunteers. Habitat for Humanity and Ford Philanthropy worked together to complete the landscaping of five new homes in the Morningside neighborhood. Construction on the homes on the city's east side started in April 2025.
In the last two weeks, more than a dozen people have been arrested for driving while intoxicated in Bloomfield Township.
Michigan is erasing $74 million in medical debt for more than 71,000 residents. On Monday, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced the state's second round of medical debt forgiveness.
We're taking a closer look at a pretty impressive accomplishment from the University of Michigan when it comes to reducing waste on campus. The university collected a record number of donated materials during spring student move out, and kept 90% of waste from commencement events from ending up in landfills.