The Detroit Tigers have lost one game in the American League Championship Series thus far to the Texas Rangers. The weather has helped the Rangers and definitely has damaged the chances of the Tigers. This is due to the superior starters of Detroit. The greatness of Justin Verlander was neutralized in game one because he was only able to go four innings and toss eighty two … [Read more...] about Detroit Tigers Hurt by Weather, Better Luck in ALCS Game 2
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Keys to a Long Detroit Tigers Postseason Run
The suspended game on Friday night was a wash for the New York Yankees and Detroit Tigers (pun intended). Detroit obviously has the advantage that the series is best of five instead of seven. This allows them to utilize the strengths of the roster and minimize its shortcomings that would be more prevalent over more games. … [Read more...] about Keys to a Long Detroit Tigers Postseason Run
Detroit Tigers: An Uninspired Group
The Detroit Tigers are currently one and a half games up in the American League Central. They have, however, only won fifty six of one hundred and seven games this season. This proves that they have been the cream of the crap, instead of the cream of the crop. As I have predicted numerous times, the Cleveland Indians are faltering due to their lack of depth. The addition of … [Read more...] about Detroit Tigers: An Uninspired Group
Detroit Pitching Coach Change: a Rash, Premature Decision
Detroit Tigers pitching coach Rick Knapp was unceremoniously dismissed from the ball club on July 3rd. It was a rash decision made by manager Jim Leyland and general manager Dave Dumbrowski. I realize that they are in the final year of their respective contracts, but that is no reason to throw one of your colleagues under the bus. It was a choice that was made after the club … [Read more...] about Detroit Pitching Coach Change: a Rash, Premature Decision
Detroit Tigers: Midseason Report Card
The Detroit Tigers have three of the top six hitters in the American League. Miguel Cabrera, Jhonny Peralta, and Victor Martinez all have batting averages between .310 and .320. This may seem low to hold those positions in the junior circuit, but offensive numbers have been down this season across both leagues. The surprising aspect to this analysis of the statistics is that … [Read more...] about Detroit Tigers: Midseason Report Card
Detroit Tigers Looking to Reach New Heights in Colorado
The Detroit Tigers entered their weekend series against the Colorado Rockies hoping to get a firm grip on first place in the American League Central. Then they lost on Friday night in what appeared to be a Lions score upon first glance. The Rockies pummeled the Tigers thirteen to six despite a grand slam from shortstop Jhonny Peralta. The team came into Saturday’s game one … [Read more...] about Detroit Tigers Looking to Reach New Heights in Colorado
Detroit Tigers Reach the Top of the American League Central
The Detroit Tigers are a game behind the Cleveland Indians in the loss column, but tied for the AL Central lead. The momentum for the Tigers has been phenomenal lately. The Tigers and the Indians are the only two teams in the division that have won over half their games, but the Minnesota Twins and the Chicago White Sox are also approaching their potential lately. The Kansas … [Read more...] about Detroit Tigers Reach the Top of the American League Central
Brandon Inge On the Sidelines Could Help the Detroit Tigers
Brandon Inge came down with a case of mononucleosis this week. He should know that sharing drinks with those around him is taboo. It’s either that or he is putting his face too close to sickly people. Jhonny Peralta has been carrying his weight offensively on the right side of the infield for some time. Inge does however possess a cannon for an arm over at third, and he also … [Read more...] about Brandon Inge On the Sidelines Could Help the Detroit Tigers
Jim Leyland’s Return to Pittsburgh Less than Triumphant
The Detroit Tigers played a three game interleague series last weekend in PNC Park in Pittsburgh. One of baseball’s most breathtaking ballparks has consistently housed one of the worst teams because ownership has refused to spend money over the last decade plus. The last time that there was a competitive product on the field Jim Leyland was the manager. He took his Detroit … [Read more...] about Jim Leyland’s Return to Pittsburgh Less than Triumphant
Detroit Tigers: Undefeated for the Week
After a lackluster start to the season, it seems that Jim Leyland has the Tigers on track racking up victory after victory this week. Playing the Twins lately can right the ship for a lot of teams. The golf ball sized hale that they encountered while in Minneapolis couldn’t deter the streak that they have accumulated. The Tigers put nineteen runs up on the board in those two … [Read more...] about Detroit Tigers: Undefeated for the Week