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- 2006 On May 21, 2006, Tiger reliever Todd Jones records his 155th save as a Tiger, breaking the franchise mark held by Mike Henneman. With Detroit clinging to a 1-0 lead over the Cincinnati Reds at Comerica Park, Jones hits the first batter to lead off the 9th inning, but retires the next three batters without incident to nail down the Tiger victory.
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Justin Verlander Archive
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You don’t spell Verlander with a “W” and that’s just fine
Posted on May 13, 2013 | No CommentsThis is not an article about sabermeterics. This sentence is the only time I will mention the term WAR, and I am not going to attempt to convince you to... -
Until Verlander comes up big in the World Series, his legend will be tarnished
Posted on April 29, 2013 | 1 CommentIs it just me, or does it seem that Cooperstown has already cleared space for Justin Verlander’s glove, spikes, and zip-lock bag of game-day stubble? Certainly the overflow of glowing... -
In light of Sanchez’s record performance, is this best Detroit pitching rotation ever?
Posted on April 27, 2013 | 6 CommentsWhat would you have said in March if I told you one of the Tigers’ starting pitchers would strike out 17 batters in one game this season? You probably would... -
As Verlander enters his 30s, Tiger fans should pause to appreciate his unique greatness
Posted on March 20, 2013 | 1 CommentJustin Verlander is about to begin his age 30 season. For most great pitchers, that would mean you’d know exactly what to expect: another predictable year of excellence during the... -
Verlander will continue to climb Tigers all-time lists in 2013
Posted on February 16, 2013 | 2 CommentsAt some point this next season, Justin Verlander will pitch in his 250th game for the Detroit Tigers (probably in early August). He’s started every game he’s ever pitched as... -
Led by Verlander, Tiger starting rotation is their best since ’68
Posted on February 15, 2013 | 8 CommentsSoak in every start, every inning, every pitch in 2013. The Detroit Tigers starting rotation is a mix of the Best Pitcher in the Universe and three others engulfed in... -
Verlander needs Cabrera-like focus for Tigers success in 2013
Posted on February 6, 2013 | 5 CommentsAt last year’s Detroit Tigers’ training camp, it was obvious that Miguel Cabrera was mentally and physically prepared for the coming season. He arrived in Lakeland in amazing shape –... -
Five reasons the Tigers will be a better team in 2013
Posted on January 5, 2013 | 16 CommentsThe Detroit Tigers won their 11th American League pennant in 2012, and even though they were swept aside in four games in the World Series, there were 28 other teams... -
Six things we hope to see in Detroit sports in 2013
Posted on December 31, 2012 | 2 CommentsNow that 2012 is in the books, it’s time to look ahead to 2013. In the spirit of New Year’s resolutions, I’d like to share some wishful thinking for Detroit... -
Fans have chosen Detroit’s Athlete of the Year: Miguel Cabrera
Posted on December 28, 2012 | No CommentsThe numbers are in and the choice was unanimous: Detroit’s Athlete of the Year is Miguel Cabrera. In a poll posted on the Detroit Athletic Company’s Facebook page, more than...
