Putkonen to be recalled, Reed optioned to Toledo
Eligible to to be recalled after being sent down on May 11, Luke Putkonen will be added to the Tigers' roster before the start of Tuesday's game with the Indians.
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Rangers 11, Tigers 8: Cabrera hits 3 home runs
Miguel Cabrera was a one man wrecking crew with three home runs and five RBI, but it wasn't enough to overcome shaky pitching and defense as the Tigers fell to the Rangers for the third time in four games.
Rangers 7, Tigers 2: Deja vu all over again
It was deja vu, just change the name of the pitcher from Verlander to Sanchez. For the second time in the series, the Rangers take a big lead early while the Tigers starter is unable to get out the third inning.
Tigers 2, Rangers 1: Porcello, bullpen win duel
You wanted a pitcher's duel in Texas? You got one. But it wouldn't be Verlander and Darvish dueling. It was Rick Porcello and the Tigers bullpen, along with Nick Tepesch and the Rangers relievers, putting on a show.
Rangers 10, Tigers 4: Verlander rocked in blowout
The much hyped pitcher's duel with Yu Darvish never materialized. The Rangers roughed up a hard throwing but extremely wild Justin Verlander for eight runs in his second straight sub par start.
Al Alburquerque sent down, replaced by Evan Reed
No longer trusted to throw strikes in late inning situations, the Tigers have optioned Al Alburquerque to Triple-A Toledo, replacing him with Evan Reed.
Astros 7, Tigers 5: Bullpen blows it in ninth
One of these days Jim Leyland may realize using Phil Coke against a right-handed bat is not a good idea. Today wasn't the day, the Astros rallying for two ninth inning runs to beat the Tigers.
Tigers 7, Astros 2: Dirks slams Detroit to victory
What's the he best prescription for a losing streak? A series against the woeful Houston Astros. The Tigers used a six run fourth inning, highlighted by Andy Dirks' grand slam, to beat the AL's worst team.
Jackson on 15-day DL, Garcia recalled from Toledo
Austin Jackson's hamstring problem has become serious enough to require a stint on the disabled list. Avisail Garcia is called up to take Jackson's spot on the roster.
Indians 4, Tigers 3: Jose Valverde blows save
In what became a battle of the bullpens, it would be the Indians' pen which would come through in the late innings in a come-from-behind victory over the Tigers.
Indians 7, Tigers 6: Late rally falls short
Justin Verlander, uncharacteristically lacking command, allowed four runs and five walks in five innings. The Tigers bullpen was nicked for three runs, which would come back to haunt the them when their late rally fell one run short.
Dotel receives second opinion on injured elbow
The veteran reliever received good news from the go-to surgeon for arm woes, Dr. James Andrews, who confirmed the original diagnosis of right elbow inflammation was correct. Dotel will continue to rest his sore elbow.
Coke activated off DL, Putkonen optioned to Toledo
Luke Putkonen impressed the Tigers during his call-up, but he was the odd man out when room needed to made on the roster for a healthy Phil Coke.
Tigers 10, Indians 4: Offense powers blowout win
The Tigers clobbered five Indians pitchers with nine extra base hits, including long home runs from Prince Fielder, Miguel Cabrera and Andy Dirks. Max Scherzer pitched a solid eight innings to win his fifth game of the season.
Nationals 5, Tigers 4: Comeback falls short
On a day which belonged to the bullpens, Dan Haren was a little better than Doug Fister, which ultimately was the difference in the game. Matt Tuiasosopo's home run pulled the Tigers to within a run, but could not complete the comeback.
Nationals 3, Tigers 1: Zimmermann shuts down Tigs
Jordan Zimmermann beat Anibal Sanchez in a low scoring pitcher's duel.
Home runs in old ballparks
Over the fence is good, out of the stadium is better
Tigers 9, Astros 0: Verlander flirts with no-no
Backed by four home runs by the offense, Justin Verlander fell eight outs short of his third career no-hitter, but pitched the Tigers to a sweep of their four-game series with the Astros as part of a 9-0 shellacking.
Tigers 17, Astros 2: Cabrera, Scherzer spectacular
It was all Tigers from the first pitch to the last, reaching season highs in runs (17) and hits (21) while spanking the Astros.
Tigers 4, Astros 3: Avila two run HR tops Astros
Slumping Alex Avila came up huge when it was most badly needed, smashing a two run home run in the ninth inning to give the Detroit Tigers a come-from-behind 4-3 victory over the Houston Astros.
Tigers 7, Astros 3: Bullpen, Kelly to the rescue
The Tigers' bullpen pitched seven innings of one-hit, two-walk baseball, not allowing a run. A spectacular performance by a much maligned group in a 14-inning victory.
Twins 6, Tigers 2: Tigers set K mark, Twins get W
Two streaks were on the line for the Tigers against the Twins. The pitching staff's AL record tying four game streak of 10 strikeouts or more in a game and their five game winning streak. Only one streak would survive the afternoon.
Phil Coke to DL, Jose Ortega recalled from minors
Phil Coke was placed on the 15-day disabled list prior to the Tigers' road trip to Houston and Washington.
Tigers 6, Twins 1: Tigers tie AL strikeout record
Led by Justin Verlander's eight punchouts, Tigers pitching would combine for 10 strikeouts against the Twins. This was the Tigers' fifth consecutive game with 10 of more, which ties an American League record.
Tigers 4, Twins 3: Streaking!
The Detroit Tigers win their fourth straight game, beating the Minnesota Twins thanks to excellent pitching and a pair of home runs. Earl Weaver would have been proud.
