Torii Hunter Says Cabrera's Retooled Swing Has Helped Him At The Plate
Despite all he cannot do, those who know still say Detroit Tigers slugger Miguel Cabrera is still the most dangerous hitter in baseball.
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Despite all he cannot do, those who know still say Detroit Tigers slugger Miguel Cabrera is still the most dangerous hitter in baseball.
The Tigers could certainly use another brilliant performance from their star right-hander after blowing a chance to take control of the ALCS.
Being a workaholic is part of the job description for an NFL coach, so it speaks volumes about Detroit Tigers season that even Lions coach Jim Schwartz took a little time to watch the Tigers win Game 5 of the American League Division Series.
Verlander pitched eight scoreless innings, sealing Oakland's fate and sending the Tigers hurtling into the ALCS.
Tigers fans got their wish granted last night as Detroit beat the Oakland Athletics in Game 5, with a 3-0 victory on the West Coast.
The Oakland fans tried to get under Verlander's skin with a rather humorous -- and attractive -- idea.
For most of the season, Tiger fans worried about Justin Verlander.
"Book your tickets to Boston. It's in the bag."
Pitching the deciding game of the American League Division Series in Oakland, keeping the season of the vaunted Detroit Tigers alive, performing under pressure – all this is nothing new to Justin Verlander.
With buzz from Sonny Gray's sensational Game 2 start still lingering, here comes the kid's encore performance: The A's have named him as their Game 5 starter for Thursday night's final game with the Tigers.
"You don't pretend," Verlander said. "It's not just another game. The season is on the line. It was on the line for us tonight, too. This whole season, the way we battled and played as a team, comes down to one game."
"I haven't really had a lot of luck with that in my career to be honest with you, bringing a starter out, but we'll see," Leyland said.
Vogt hit a bases-loaded single in the ninth inning after Gray matched zeros with Justin Verlander in a dazzling postseason debut.
In addition to officially not dating Kate and having to see her splashed on magazine covers in an opponents' jersey, Verlander is also not starting in the Tigers' playoffs rotation.
In 2011 or 2012, no one would have ever thought to question whether Justin Verlander, in 2011 the most dominant pitcher and in 2012 still one of the best, would be the number one starter for the playoffs.
The Tigers set a new American League record for strikeouts in a season: 1,384.
Justin Verlander is struggling so much he's taking consolation in pitching long enough to give the bullpen a rest.
Trending is a poll which ranks who is getting talked about the most on the Detroit sports scene.
Verlander looked like his old self Sunday, prompting hopes that he is back on the right track.
Mike Aviles hit a grand slam in the ninth inning that lifted the Cleveland Indians to a 4-0 win over the Detroit Tigers on Sunday.
Pitcher Justin Verlander believed. In fact, he had a specific scenario in mind, featuring 38-year-old Torii Hunter.
Wins for Warriors is devoted to sustaining successful programs that work with Veterans and their families along the process to recovery because one size does not fit all.
The hurler took 44 pitches, the most he has ever thrown in one inning in his career, to get out of the first inning against the Oakland A's. The performance Monday got Leyland to admit that there is a level of concern about Verlander.
That's right. I said it. Justin Verlander is the reason why the Tigers aren't the best team in baseball.
A bear that was spotted up a tree in a mid-Michigan city was safely relocated by wildlife officials, local authorities said.
CBS News has fired longtime 60 Minutes correspondent and former "CBS Evening News" anchor Scott Pelley one day after he had a tense and confrontational exchange with new 60 Minutes executive producer Nick Bilton.
A group of residents on Holland Road in Taylor, Michigan, say they are now doing everything they can to keep their neighborhood the way it is after some of them received a letter saying the city is considering rezoning their neighborhood.
Gleyber Torres hit a leadoff homer, Wenceel Pérez and Riley Greene also went deep and the Detroit Tigers routed the Tampa Bay Rays 8-0.
Detroit police are searching for a suspect after one person was hurt in a shooting on Tuesday.
A group of residents on Holland Road in Taylor, Michigan, say they are now doing everything they can to keep their neighborhood the way it is after some of them received a letter saying the city is considering rezoning their neighborhood.
City officials say the proposal is a routine request tied to the annual event and nothing more.
Officials say the researchers are accused of providing federal authorities with false statements after arriving at the McNamara Terminal on Jan. 25, 2026.
A bear that was spotted up a tree in a mid-Michigan city was safely relocated by wildlife officials, local authorities said.
The St. Clair Little League complex is facing damage after vandalism forced the closure of two bathroom facilities over the weekend.
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.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
From classic cruisers to new memories still being made, the Woodward Dream Cruise remains a celebration of Michigan's automotive culture.
If you are planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, remember that the cost of gas this year is noticeably higher than last year.
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, just days shy of his 100th birthday.
Stephen Colbert, former host of "The Late Show," is helping raise money for the Michigan nonprofit Monroe Community Media after appearing on a broadcast of the organization's community access program "Only in Monroe" earlier this month.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
For three days, Detroit is the epicenter of techno music with this Memorial Day weekend tradition, and the music lovers made sure to attend the final day of the Movement Festival on Monday.
CBS News has fired longtime 60 Minutes correspondent and former "CBS Evening News" anchor Scott Pelley one day after he had a tense and confrontational exchange with new 60 Minutes executive producer Nick Bilton.
Gleyber Torres hit a leadoff homer, Wenceel Pérez and Riley Greene also went deep and the Detroit Tigers routed the Tampa Bay Rays 8-0.
According to an official familiar with the investigation, new digital forensic evidence appears to undercut Brian Hooker's account of his wife's disappearance, although they did not specify how.
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the two people are accused of providing federal authorities with false statements after arriving at the McNamara Terminal on Jan. 25, 2026.
A flesh-eating New World screwworm was recently detected in Mexico just 25 miles from the United States border, according to the USDA.
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the two people are accused of providing federal authorities with false statements after arriving at the McNamara Terminal on Jan. 25, 2026.
West Nile virus has been detected among mosquitoes in two locations near Grand Rapids, the Kent County Health Department said.
A Northville dentist is facing 43 felony charges in an alleged Medicaid fraud scheme.
Michigan lawmakers are considering bills to allow doctors to prescribe life-ending medication to terminally ill patients.
The tentative agreement means roughly 300,000 Blue Cross members will continue receiving care at Michigan Medicine facilities as in-network services.
Gleyber Torres hit a leadoff homer, Wenceel Pérez and Riley Greene also went deep and the Detroit Tigers routed the Tampa Bay Rays 8-0.
Colson Montgomery homered and Tristan Peters' RBI single put Chicago ahead as the White Sox rallied with two runs in the seventh inning to beat the slumping Detroit Tigers 2-1 on Sunday for their fifth straight win.
Alex Palou won the Detroit Grand Prix on Sunday afternoon after starting in the top position and leading the field through the downtown streets.
Earlier this year, the Detroit Police Department started an initiative aimed at building trust between law enforcement and the community through basketball. On Saturday, the Hoopin' with Cops youth recreational league got to watch their mentors in action.
Chicago White Sox topped the Detroit Tigers 7-1 on Saturday without injured slugger Munetaka Murakami.
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.
This week on Michigan Matters, the roundtable talks about the governor's race and the impact of former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
The roundtable discusses the impact of rising gas prices and friction at the federal level with Canada and the U.S., and how it affects tourism.
Life Directions has been helping guide and mentor young people in Detroit.
Florida's attorney general has sued OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging the company prioritized profit and speed over user safety and that the harms caused by ChatGPT "are substantial and outweigh any benefits of ChatGPT use."
President Trump on Tuesday announced he's tapping housing official Bill Pulte to serve as the acting director of national intelligence. But there is some pushback. CBS News has this report.
The Ann Arbor teachers union plans a rally on Wednesday, asking for community support as they work to negotiate a new contract agreement.
Vials containing deactivated Mpox were confiscated from two passengers at Detroit Metro. Curfew rules for Detroit fireworks set for public hearing. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.
Good morning Family! Happy Hump Day! Looking at another lovely day with plenty of sunshine with temps in the low 80's. Staying clear the rest of the week with temps warming into the upper 80's by tomorrow. The next chance for rain arrives late Friday night and over part of the weekend.