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Former Major League Baseball player Darryl Hamilton, a standout center fielder and a member of the New York Mets team that reached the 2000 World Series, was killed in a murder-suicide in a suburban Houston home, authorities said Monday.
New technology looks to change our understanding of the art of pitching.
One mother stood out on Father's Day.
"You need to find it in your baseball heart to appreciate that performance," Pirates manager Clint Hurdle said.
The four home runs reliever Yusmeiro Petit gave up against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday night took some of the heat off Tim Lincecum after the two-time Cy Young winner's earliest knockout in nine major league seasons.
Starter Alfredo Simon lasted only 2 2/3 innings as the Detroit Tigers fell to 34-34, six and a half games behind the Kansas City Royals.
Max Scherzer pitched a no-hitter Saturday, losing his perfect game with two outs in the ninth inning when he hit a batter in the Washington Nationals' 6-0 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Strange as it may seem, not all injuries are created equal in sports. In baseball, any kind of hand/wrist injury can really impact a hitter's ability to turn on a fastball, and those players trying to come back from such injuries often struggle at the plate. Likewise, foot injuries are hard to overcome for hitters and pitchers, especially if it's to a plant foot that gives the player power to swing or throw the ball.
"I just feel great," Simon said. "All my pitches work really good right now."
Zack Hample has given back first home runs hit by Mike Trout and Didi Gregorius, free of charge, but "this is something more special."
Rodriguez wasted no time, connecting in the first inning on a first-pitch, 95 mph fastball from Tigers ace Justin Verlander.
Dave Dombroski hasn't been afraid to trade away key players and prospects to improve his team, so it's not out of the realm of possibility that one of these big-name players could make their way to Detroit this summer.
The New York Yankees star connected Friday night. He did it at Yankee Stadium in the first inning against Detroit ace Justin Verlander.
The Top 5 Sports Callers of the week is a weekly installment from CBS Local Sports that will bring you the wildest callers from across the nation.
MLB admits they've cancelled between 60 and 65 million All-Star Ballots because of potential fraud.
In 34 games before going on the disabled list, Martinez had a .216 batting average and a .308 on-base percentage.
"I've had problems with my left knee before — I've had surgery on it," Harper said. "So you know, it was definitely really scary."
Boston third baseman Pablo Sandoval has been benched by manager John Farrell for a game against Atlanta after using his Instagram account during a loss to the Braves.
The struggle is real.
Kris Bryant and Kyle Schwarber provided a major boost to the Chicago Cubs' offense on Wednesday night.
Mocking t-shirts are available online. Deprecating jokes are making the rounds.
Hank Conger also hit a solo homer for the Astros, who lead the majors with 91 home runs.
"I'm only focused on playing baseball, doing the best I can to help the team," Cespedes said, "but I would like to stay here in Detroit."
Ausmus said it has gotten to the point where managers do not know what to expect when they challenge a play, whereas last season teams had a reasonable idea of whether they would win a challenge.
Prince Fielder scored a run, on a play after stumbling around third base and face-planting into the ground, and later drove in a run one with an infield single for the Rangers.
Democrats will choose between Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson.
Prosecutors say Robert Alan Mark hid cameras in his bathroom, a bedroom in his home and a tent.
Democrats will choose between Congresswoman Haley Stevens and former director of the Wayne County Department of Health, Human and Veterans Services, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, in the U.S. Senate race.
Abel Rivard, 57, of Roseville, was sentenced Wednesday to two to 30 years in prison on a charge of assault with intent to murder.
Those striking say they are fighting to keep their current healthcare benefits and receive pay raises that keep pace with inflation.
Interlochen Center for the Arts in Michigan released an independent law firm report about allegations of sexual misconduct against about 70 of its former students.
Michigan Democrats are reintroducing a package of nine bills covering corrections officer pensions, health care premiums, and nurse collective bargaining after the governor vetoed them following a state Supreme Court ruling.
Democrats will choose between Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson.
Prosecutors say Robert Alan Mark hid cameras in his bathroom, a bedroom in his home and a tent.
Democrats will choose between Congresswoman Haley Stevens and former director of the Wayne County Department of Health, Human and Veterans Services, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, in the U.S. Senate race.
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.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
As the United States marks its 250th birthday, Ford Motor Company is showcasing more than a century of automotive history in a new exhibit that explores the company's role in shaping America.
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.
Behind every video is a true family effort.
Michigan Democrats are reintroducing a package of nine bills covering corrections officer pensions, health care premiums, and nurse collective bargaining after the governor vetoed them following a state Supreme Court ruling.
A murder victim has been identified decades after his remains were discovered in a wooded area in Oregon in 1972, authorities said.
Schools in three states will be equipped with drones this coming academic year that aim to find and deter active shooters within seconds.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
Eduardo Valencia homered twice and drove in four runs, Gleyber Torres had a home run and five RBIs, and the Detroit Tigers scored in every inning they went to the plate in a 14-0 win over the Baltimore Orioles.
More than 10,000 people across 70 counties in Michigan have reported cases of cyclosporiasis during the past five weeks, state health officials said.
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak has now grown to more than 9,600 cases.
Authorities claim Yolanda Matthews submitted more than $539,000 in false and fraudulent claims to Medicare.
Trinity Health's new leadership council aims to improve engagement with the local residents who get care in Brighton.
Michigan officials are tracking over 1,000 new cases of cyclosporiasis as the outbreak continues to add up.
Colton Cowser hit a tiebreaking single in the 12th inning, capping the Baltimore Orioles' rally from a seven-run deficit to beat the Tigers 10-9 and spoil Tarik Skubal's possible farewell to Detroit.
CBS News Detroit asked patrons about their favorite memories at the Rocket Classic.
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs reported to training camp but was not on the field with teammates for their first practice on Wednesday as his agent and the franchise work on negotiating a new deal.
Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell says he addressed the franchise's decision to release cornerback Terrion Arnold with the team on the eve of training camp, calling it unfortunate.
Downtown Detroit turned into a golf course Tuesday evening for the par 3 in the d event promoting the final Rocket Classic.
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.
Mark Hollis, COO of Rocket Entertainment and tournament director of the PGA Tour's Rocket Classic, appears on Michigan Matters.
Tracking showers for the weekend
Michael Bouchard talks about his campaign for Michigan's 10th Congressional District.
An investigation directed by Interlochen Center for the Arts in Michigan uncovered dozens of instances where adults who were formerly affiliated with the performing arts center took sexual advantage of students on the campus.
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs reported to training camp but was not on the field with teammates for their first practice on Wednesday as his agent and the franchise work on negotiating a new deal.
Four people, including two firefighters, were taken to the hospital after a house fire tore through a home on Belmont Street in Hamtramck early Wednesday, forcing a family of nine to escape through windows and off a balcony.