Royals out to usurp fourth from Tigers Sep 22, 2008
Comerica Park is one of his favorite stops -- he's 4-1 with a 3. 38 ERA in 11 starts there. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Tigers have enough to prove vs. Royals Sep 22, 2008
The Royals opened the Tigers' season at Comerica Park five months ago with a three-game series sweep, sending Detroit on its season-opening slide ... The Tigers bounced back from a series sweep to the Indians in late August by taking two of three from the Royals at Comerica Park ... Zack Greinke is 7-4 lifetime against the Tigers, including 5-2 at Comerica Park. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Ordonez in thick of hunt for batting title Sep 21, 2008
365 hitter at Comerica Park this year, including ... 500 on the road, compared to 37-37 at Comerica Park. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
O'Brien's beat blog Sep 20, 2008
And if the Braves also take on the remaining debt service for Comerica Park. By Homer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Verlander seeks divisional redemption Sep 20, 2008
Right-hander Justin Verlander is a combined 2-9 against the White Sox and Indians this season. CLEVELAND -- Justin Verlander gets one more chance at the Indians, one of the American League Central rivals who have haunted him this season. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Tigers' Guillen likely done for season Sep 20, 2008
He received that shot Thursday in Detroit and will remain at home for the weekend before rejoining the club next week at Comerica Park, when it'll be back to the workout program he has had for the last few weeks. Guillen has progressed to a certain point in the rehab, head athletic trainer Kevin Rand said, but has had a tougher time getting past that point. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Ryan matures beyond Tigers experience Sep 19, 2008
He has suddenly grown from a young catcher whose biggest feats were more like legends of physical might -- hitting a statue on the outfield concourse at Comerica Park, accidentally hitting a pitcher who wasn't prepared for his throw on a stolen-base attempt -- to someone building a resume in real, live games. "People take notice of him anyways," Tigers player development director Glenn Ezell said. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Tigers clash with Jays in '09 opener Sep 18, 2008
The NCAA men's basketball Final Four will be across the street from Comerica Park at Ford Field for the first weekend in April, with the championship game slated for the same night as Opening Day ... They'll hit the road again from there for a nine-game road trip against the Mariners, Angels and Royals before the Yankees come to Comerica Park to close out the month ... The latter will likely mark the return of former manager Alan Trammell, currently Lou Piniella's bench coach in Chicago, for... (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
American League Game Capsules Sep 14, 2008
Detroit, MI -- (Sports Network) - Aaron Cunningham drove in a pair of runs as the Oakland Athletics downed the Detroit Tigers, 5-2, in the finale of a three- game set at Comerica Park. Ryan Sweeney and Jack Cust each hit a solo home run in the first inning for the Athletics, who have won four of their last five. (KSBW 8, CA)
A's Gonzalez headed for 'pen Sep 11, 2008
A season-high seven of them were in the starting lineup for the finale of a three-game series at Comerica Park, but before the game it was announced that another one of the rookies won't be starting anytime soon. Lefty Gio Gonzalez, winless in his past five starts, is being sent to the bullpen and replaced in the rotation by fellow rookie Josh Outman, who will make his first big league start Saturday in Oakland against the Rangers. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Rookies offer sneak peek at future Sep 11, 2008
Baisley, 25, was back in the lineup Wednesday for the finale of a three-game series against the Tigers at Comerica Park. "They're throwing me right into the fire," said Baisley, who batted. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Mike Sweeney released Sep 10, 2008
In addition, the A's needed to make a move to get third baseman Jeff Baisley onto the 40-man roster; Baisley, 25, was called up from Triple-A Sacramento on Tuesday and went 0-for-2 with a walk at Comerica Park. Baisley, a 12th-round pick in 2005, hit. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
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Weaver, who originally injured his hand on Tuesday when he cut his fingers on the upholstery of the visitors' bench at Comerica Park while getting up, could rejoin the rotation on Thursday. "We're going to see where he is and make some evaluations," Scioscia said. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Crosby told his playing time will dip Sep 10, 2008
Oakland manager Bob Geren, who said he wants to see more of rookie Cliff Pennington at shortstop, broke the news to Crosby on Monday before the opener of a three-game series against the host Tigers at Comerica Park. "I'm definitely not happy about it, but there's nothing I can do," Crosby said on Tuesday before the second game of the series. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Sweeney highly regarded by everyone Sep 10, 2008
"It was a hustle double," A's catcher Rob Bowen said on Tuesday before the second game of a three-game series at Comerica Park. "That's the way he played when he first came up, and that's the way he plays 14 years later. If this is it for him, he went out the way he came in -- going hard all the time. "Everyone who plays this game should emulate the way Mike Sweeney plays it. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Davis' two triples lead A's past Tigers Sep 10, 2008
"I was thinking three all the way," Davis said after Oakland's 3-2 victory in the second game of a three-game series at Comerica Park ... But thanks to the friendly folks in charge of graphics at Comerica Park, he knew all about it. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Tigers set to start Willis, Garcia next week Sep 10, 2008
The last time Willis took the mound in a Major League game, he was fighting a losing battle with his command before a national television audience and a packed crowd at Comerica Park. He gave up eight runs on three hits and walked five in his June 9 start against Cleveland, while recording just four outs as commentators noted how his trademark delivery looked out of sorts. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Santana stands in for Weaver Sep 9, 2008
Weaver originally injured his hand on Tuesday when he cut his fingers on the upholstery of the visitors' bench at Comerica Park while getting up. He missed his scheduled start on Friday but threw his normal bullpen session on Sunday with no problems. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Blevins turns it around for Athletics Sep 9, 2008
"I thought he was throwing the ball well all along," A's manager Bob Geren said Monday before the opener of a three-game series at Comerica Park ... Dribblers Pregame rain prevented both teams from taking batting practice on the field Monday, prompting Geren to reminisce about a prior trip to Comerica Park during which lightning struck the main scoreboard. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
A's rally falls short against Tigers Sep 9, 2008
The Tigers blew out to an early lead Monday and hung on for a victory at Comerica Park. Gary Sheffield hit his 495th and 496th career homers, including a lighting bolt of a grand slam that helped chase A's rookie starter Gio Gonzalez in the second inning, leaving the A's to sift through the wreckage of their 36th loss in 50 games since July 11. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Mixed news on injury front for A's Sep 9, 2008
"He's been feeling better, but he felt like he'd reached a plateau," A's manager Bob Geren said of Ellis on Monday before the scheduled opener of a three-game series against the host Tigers at Comerica Park. "So he flew back home from Baltimore to get looked at again. ... He wants to play.". (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Young enjoying work with young A's Sep 9, 2008
"It's not harder. It's just different," Young said Monday before the opener of a three-game series against the host Tigers at Comerica Park. "You're always trying to teach and help guys learn. Whether you're dealing with veterans or young guys, whether you're coaching in the big leagues or in [Class A] ball, you're trying to accomplish the same things.". (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Tigers' Guillen making slow progress Sep 9, 2008
Guillen was able to run, throw and do some light swinging with an athletic trainer over the weekend at Comerica Park. He was able to do some light swinging Monday with the Tigers hitting in the cage, but nothing extensive. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Robertson's start not a tryout Sep 9, 2008
The relatively power-starved A's were the opponent for Robertson's last victory Aug. 10 at Comerica Park, where he gave up one run over 7 2/3 innings ... The Tigers' five home runs Monday gave them 99 for the season at Comerica Park, tying the stadium record set last season. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Twins' 'pen falters in loss to Tigers Sep 7, 2008
They lost back-to-back contests to the Tigers at Comerica Park on April 14-15 in the eighth, and suffered another one on June 30 at the Metrodome with another late comeback by Detroit. "That's a lineup that can hit," Gardenhire said. (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Halos give Weaver extra day to rest Sep 7, 2008
Weaver cut the middle and ring fingers on the upholstery of the visitors' bench at Comerica Park in Detroit on Tuesday night, forcing him to miss his scheduled start on Friday night against the White Sox. Dustin Moseley was the emergency starter and lasted only 1 1/3 innings, yielding four runs. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Mariners continue on with set vs. Yanks Sep 6, 2008
13 ERA) Ponson had his fourth consecutive subpar outing in a 13-9 win over Detroit on Monday at Comerica Park. He was handed an 11-2 lead, but he couldn't get an out in the fourth inning, allowing seven runs (six earned) and nine hits in three-plus innings with one walk and one strikeout. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Moseley belted in start vs. White Sox Sep 6, 2008
Moseley was replacing Jered Weaver, who cut two fingers on his pitching hand in the dugout at Detroit's Comerica Park on Tuesday night and was denied a shot at a team he'd held to a 0. 34 career ERA while going 3-0. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
GAME REPORT: Angels 7, Tigers 1 Sep 5, 2008
Comerica Park-Attendance: 37,890 (41,070) ... The drive landed an estimated 435 feet away in the upper hedgerow at Comerica Park. (USA Today -- Sports)
Angels' Weaver Has Start Pushed Back Sep 5, 2008
The injury occurred when he gripped a bench in the visitors' dugout during Tuesday's 5-4 win at Comerica Park. Weaver was scheduled to toss the series opener versus the White Sox at U.S. Cellular Field, but is now slated to take the mound in Anaheim against the Yankees. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Teixeira And Halos Crush Tigers Sep 5, 2008
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Weaver to miss start Sep 5, 2008
The right-hander managed to cut the tips of his middle and ring fingers on his pitching hand while pushing himself up off the bench in the visitors dugout at Detroit's Comerica Park on Tuesday night. The cuts will not require stitches, but Weaver will miss his scheduled turn in the rotation on Friday night and will next pitch against the on Monday. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Santana's gem leads Angels to win Sep 5, 2008
"I think I'm getting better," Santana said, having put his exploding fastball and lethal slider on display in a 7-1 muffling of the heavy-handed Tigers on Thursday at Comerica Park to give the Angels the series, two games to one. Gary Matthews Jr., admitting in the afterglow that he'll never be content in the fourth outfielder's role, triggered a 14-hit Angels attack with two doubles and two singles in place of Chone Figgins in the leadoff spot. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Detroit's Leyland an admirer of Figgins Sep 5, 2008
In the series opener at Comerica Park on Tuesday night, Figgins reached base three times, stole three bases and scored a pair of runs, including the game-winner in the ninth inning. Figgins' third steal, leading to the winning run, was his 30th of the season. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Morales could be future Angels starter Sep 5, 2008
Rodriguez, the Angels' second baseman with Howie Kendrick trying to get over a hamstring issue, was standing alongside Morales in the visitors' clubhouse at Comerica Park before Thursday's series finale against the Tigers. Through Rodriguez's translation, Morales said he'd continue to "wait for the opportunity to play every day and see what happens. You can't know what's going to happen. You just have to take care of your own business.". (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Rodriguez strikes out on 4-2 pitch Sep 5, 2008
Angels second baseman Sean Rodriguez actually struck out in the fourth inning on Thursday at Comerica Park on a 4-2 pitch. With the Angels leading, 6-0, on their way to a 7-1 victory, home-plate umpire Tim Welke reset the count at 1-2 when the scoreboard showed 2-2 after consulting with Rodriguez and Tigers catcher Brandon Inge. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Tigers' Ryan makes early impression Sep 5, 2008
Dusty Ryan arrived in Detroit for his Major League callup on Tuesday and had caught Freddy Garcia in a simulated game by the time many players arrived at Comerica Park. He then went out for batting practice and drove the ball so far out to left-center field that he hit the statue of Hall of Famer Charlie Gehringer on the concourse. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Rogers ponders future after tough day Sep 5, 2008
And after a 7-1 loss to the Angels in the rubber match of a three-game series at Comerica Park, he had enough on his mind trying to figure out what he could've done differently than thinking about longer-term issues like his career. "Trying to deal with that after a game like today is probably not the best way to decide those things," Rogers said. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Galarraga looks for more luck vs. Twins Sep 5, 2008
He'll work out at Comerica Park and do some baseball activities in hopes of being ready for the start of next week's series at home against Oakland. Magglio Ordonez is 5-for-11 off Liriano with two doubles, a home run and five RBIs. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Granderson-fueled attack leads Tigers Sep 5, 2008
His seventh-inning triple not only drove in the tying run, but set up the go-ahead run in Detroit's seventh-inning rally en route to Wednesday's 9-6 win over the Angels at Comerica Park. Afterward was the time for Leyland to acknowledge how far Granderson has come. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Georgia defense prepares for high-profile QB Sep 4, 2008
Central Michigan quarterback Dan LeFevour poses in front of a billboard featuring his photo at Comerica Park in Detroit ... That was the cost to rent the 30-by-60 billboard on the back of the scoreboard at Detroit s Comerica Park, near the main entrance to Ford Field. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Halos' Weaver cuts fingers; start delayed Sep 4, 2008
DETROIT -- Jered Weaver's next start was pushed back from Friday night in Chicago to Monday night in Anaheim against the Yankees after the Angels' right-hander sustained finger cuts in the dugout at Comerica Park on Tuesday night. Dustin Moseley will assume the start in the series opener against the White Sox at U.S. Cellular Field. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Tigers take one from Angels Sep 4, 2008
Jumping on Jon Garland early, making Jose Arredondo look mortal and carrying the attack to Justin Speier, the Tigers had all the necessary answers in a noisy 9-6 victory at Comerica Park that prevented the Angels from reclaiming the American League's best record from the Rays. The Angels didn't go down without an argument. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
From other dugout, Leyland likes what he sees Sep 4, 2008
"This team's got a lot of weapons," Leyland said heading into Thursday's series finale at Comerica Park. "Now they've got another big bat with [Mark] Teixeira. They've got a great late-inning bullpen, and they don't even need early bullpen with their starters.". (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Tigers' Wilson endures another lost season Sep 4, 2008
While his teammates were making their way into the home clubhouse at Comerica Park in preparation for another game on Wednesday night, Wilson was running his laps along the warning track on the field. He'll be around for the remaining home games, but he won't be able to begin a throwing program until mid-November. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Angels keep roaring on the road Sep 3, 2008
DETROIT -- Before Francisco Rodriguez bounded onto the Comerica Park scene to nail down his 54th save, becoming the youngest closer in history with 200 career saves, the most exhilarating relief was provided by Joe Saunders. for Joe Saunders. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Teixeira keeps delivering the goods Sep 3, 2008
There was a moment of concern for the Angels on Tuesday night at Comerica Park when Teixeira took a bullet from Tigers leadoff man Curtis Granderson off his right hand, the one not protected by a first baseman's mitt. Ned Bergert, the team's head certified athletic trainer, came out to check on Teixeira along with manager Mike Scioscia. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Replay not used in close Polanco call Sep 3, 2008
DETROIT -- Replay history was nearly made in the ninth inning of Saturday night's Tigers-Royals game at Comerica Park. Tigers manager Jim Leyland approached third-base umpire Tom Hallion after Placido Polanco hit a high fly ball down the left-field line that would have been a home run, if fair. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Tigers encouraged by Garcia, Willis Sep 3, 2008
DETROIT -- The last time Dontrelle Willis stood on the mound at Comerica Park, manager Jim Leyland was taking the ball from him after he couldn't find his command against Cleveland back in June. The last time Freddy Garcia stood on any Major League mound was last summer, when he was trying to pitch through a torn labrum in Philadelphia. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Tigers drop series opener to Angels Sep 3, 2008
Tuesday's loss dropped Detroit to 35-34 at Comerica Park, pulling it perilously close to joining the ranks of a half-dozen teams in the Majors this year with a losing record at home. That's why, though the Angels' run differential on the season would suggest a 75-62 record, they're fighting for the Majors' best mark at 84-53. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Cabrera an integral part of Tigers Sep 3, 2008
Longer-term, Cabrera's 17th home run at Comerica Park tied the single-season mark, with 12 home games left to top it. He's also batting. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Ordonez earns Clemente nomination Sep 3, 2008
Magglio Ordonez served as a barista at Starbucks to raise funds for baseball and softball field renovations. (Caitlin Cavanaugh/Tigers Foundation). (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
LeFevour huge in Detroit Sep 2, 2008
The billboard is on the back of the scoreboard at Comerica Park, where baseball's Tigers play. It also faces the main entry to Ford Field, which the NFL's Lions call home and where Central Michigan has won the last two Mid-American Conference titles. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Pudge grateful for memories of Detroit Sep 2, 2008
Rodriguez returned to Detroit and Comerica Park on Monday for the Yankees' makeup game with the Tigers. "It's different," Rodriguez said as he sat in the visitors' dugout at Comerica Park for the first time in at least five seasons. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Detroit fans embrace Pudge in return Sep 2, 2008
When Rodriguez stepped to the plate to lead off the second inning against Justin Verlander, the pitcher whose no-hitter the veteran backstop caught last year, the crowd at Comerica Park gave Pudge a lengthy standing ovation ... He had been in the visitors' dugout at Comerica Park before, back when he was a member of the Texas Rangers, but this time was different. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Tigers prep Garcia for simulated game Sep 2, 2008
He'll alternate simulated innings with Willis on Tuesday afternoon at Comerica Park. While no plans have been announced for Garcia past that, the outing is expected to stretch out his arm for a potential start at a later date. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Rodriguez returns to Detroit as a Yankee Sep 1, 2008
" Tigers general manager Dave Dombrowski said after making the trade that he would be at Rodriguez's Cooperstown induction some day, and hoped fans at Comerica Park would give him the biggest ovation a visiting player has ever received. After one month, the trade has not been a plus for either team. Rodriguez hit .295 with five homers and 32 RBIs for the Tigers, but is batting .203 with two homers and two RBIs for the Yankees, splitting time with Jose Molina. Farnsworth has no decisions, a 4.76... (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Yanks laboring to make up ground Sep 1, 2008
Departing New York after an underwhelming homestand in which they dropped two of three to both the Red Sox and Blue Jays, the Yankees will visit Detroit, but forego their usual hotel rooms, checking into Comerica Park for a one-game makeup of a May 11 rainout. After Sunday's loss to Toronto, Yankees manager Joe Girardi was asked if he planned to gather his club for some sort of motivational speech before they opened play on Monday afternoon. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Yankees sound the call for reinforcements Sep 1, 2008
NEW YORK -- With Major League rosters expanding to 40 players on Monday, the Yankees will have reinforcements when they report to Comerica Park. Yankees manager Joe Girardi confirmed that left-handed reliever Phil Coke and catcher Chad Moeller will join the club as it embarks on a 10-game road trip that first takes the Bombers to Detroit to make up a May 11 rainout. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Wells struggles as Royals drop finale Sep 1, 2008
The Detroit Tigers took advantage of reliever Kip Wells' control lapse and surged to a 4-2 victory over the Royals as 39,782 sun-splashed fans converged on Comerica Park ... And he always seems at home when he takes the mound at Comerica Park. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Cabrera's four RBIs deliver the win Sep 1, 2008
He lined a two-run double to left that cemented a 4-2 Tigers win at Comerica Park on Sunday, vaulting the club into third place in the American League Central standings. Cabrera has been nothing short of sensational after a rough first half -- at least by his standards. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Pudge fan Leyland happy about return Sep 1, 2008
He will make his first return to Comerica Park on Monday, as the two teams make up a game that was postponed on May 11. Instead of facing the Yankees as he would have that day, Rodriguez will be wearing Yankees blue. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
QB LeFevour Stands Tall at Central ... Aug 31, 2008
Led by LeFevour - whose picture adorns the backside of the enormous scoreboard at Comerica Park (facing Ford Field, where the Chips won their first-ever bowl game last winter) the CMU offense will again threaten to be one of the tops in the MAC. As an immediate reminder, the Chips hammered out 31 points in their 31-12 season-opening win against Eastern Illinois Thursday in Mt. Pleasant. LeFevour s line was only slightly less stunning than last year s gaudy passing numbers, throwing for 213 yards... (Suite101.com)
Butler blasts Royals past Tigers Aug 31, 2008
Billy Butler socked two homers and knocked in four runs as the Royals overpowered the Detroit Tigers, 13-3, on Saturday night in front of 40,623 fans at Comerica Park. The Royals smashed three home runs in building a 6-2 lead over left-hander Kenny Rogers. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Gathright looking for results at plate Aug 31, 2008
DETROIT -- With a right-hander going for the Tigers on Sunday, left-handed-hitting Joey Gathright figures to be back in the Royals' lineup. He didn't start against lefty Kenny Rogers on Saturday night. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
