Detroit takes a 2-1 lead in their ALDS with a 5 – 4 win over the Yankees

Detroit takes a 2-1 lead in their ALDS with a 5 – 4 win over the Yankees

On October 3, 2011 Detroit takes a 2-1 lead in their ALDS with a 5 – 4 win over the Yankees. Justin Verlander gives up two runs in the 1st inning, but then settles down. The Tigers score twice in the 3rd off CC Sabathia, then Jhonny Peralta puts them ahead with an RBI double…

Jhonny Peralta and the Tigers come to terms on an 11.25 million two-year contract

Jhonny Peralta and the Tigers come to terms on an $11.25 million, two-year contract keeping the shortstop in Detroit. The agreement solidifies the left side of the team’s infield for the next couple of years with the re-signing of third baseman Brandon Inge to a similar deal three weeks ago.

Major League Baseball Players who debut on June 12

Major League Baseball Players who debut on June 12 1879 – Barney Gilligan 1883 – Piggy Ward 1885 – Ted Kennedy 1890 – Tub Welch 1893 – Gus Yost 1895 – Sandy McDougal 1898 – Doc Powers 1902 – Jack Hendricks 1909 – Bobby Vaughn 1911 – Bill James 1913 – Skipper Roberts 1914 –…