MLB Week 13: A Look Ahead at Key Storylines and Matchups
We are embarking on the last full week of June and, when we hit July, the contenders will start to separate themselves from the pretenders and teams will determine whether they want to be buyers or sellers at the trading deadline. One team, in particular, is reshaping its season now and a couple others will […]
Who is Max Scherzer?
Scherzer’s quietly been one of the American League’s best pitchers since his arrival in Detroit, but he’s hidden behind even greater things like Miguel Cabrera’s bid for a second Triple Crown, Justin Verlander’s mediocrity, and Jose Valverde’s uncertainty.
MLB Week 12: A Look Ahead at Key Storylines and Matchups
There is plenty to look forward to in Major League Baseball this week, and that includes some excitement from teams that have been lacking it this season. But, as time moves on, so too do the players who carry the game. And this week will usher in the next chapter of MLB stars. Wheeler Debut […]
The Jose Valverde Experiment is Over
This year, Valverde has pitched 17.1 innings over 18 games, earning nine saves and blowing three with a 4/15 ERA. Here’s the catch, and hopefully the straw that breaks the camel’s back: Valverde has given up five home runs and seven runs in his last 5.1 innings.
Peralta, Dotel Re-sign; Delmon Young, Jose Valverde Won’t Return to Tigers
David Dombrowski just met with members of the Detroit media and made it clear that the club will not offer contracts to outfielder Delmon Young and closer Jose Valverde (97.1 FM The Ticket). Delmon Young was the Tigers’ best performer in the postseason but struggled with his consistency at the plate during the regular season. […]
Jose Valverde Serves Miguel Cabrera a Meatball in Intrasquad Game
Yesterday, the Detroit Tigers played an intrasquad scrimmage against minor leaguers at Comerica Park. Jose Valverde gave up a single to Miguel Cabrera, and the Triple Crown winner gave “Papa Grande” some friendly encouragement. Here’s the video from MLB.com
Detroit Restaurant Owner Lets Jose Valverde Have It
One of our folks on the ground in Detroit captured this gem at a diner late last night, after Jose Valverde blew the save in Game 4 of the ALDS in Oakland. This guy is not happy.