Lou_Siffer 1 Report post Posted April 6, 2006 I can't wait to see Verlander pitch. I didn't like how in his two starts last year with the Tigers, he had Vance Wilson catching him. Why not have one of the best catchers ever in Pudge handle a rookie? Although I think one of the times Pudge was hurt. As far as Rollin's hitting streak, I think its actually tougher to start up again. True, you are rested, but at the same time you're not in a zone. If he does break the record, and I don't think he will, he should get a seperate one. Longest streak over two seasons. I agree from a confidence standpoint, having Pudge back there probably wouldve been better. But from what I remember hearing a year or two ago, Pudge's skills at calling a game really isnt all that good. Its very possible the team thought Vance is better in that area. Can you imagine if Rollins gets to like 50 and theres a play thats ruled an error and not a hit, and his streak ends? I can hear Jesse Jackson's rant already! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
timothy1997 0 Report post Posted April 7, 2006 INGE, MAGS, AND SHELTON!!! DAMN THE TIGERS CAN HIT HOME RUNS!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlakChamber 8 Report post Posted April 7, 2006 The Tigs are on a roll tonight! 6 homers and its only the bottom of the 4th Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
timothy1997 0 Report post Posted April 7, 2006 TIGERS, YOU HAD ME AT HELLO. YOU HAD ME AT HELLO. I AM FALLING IN LOVE WITH THIS TEAM. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bogeygolfer 4 Report post Posted April 7, 2006 BLUEJAYS WILL GO ALL THE WAY DETROIT'S ONLY WINNING BECAUSE THEY'RE PLAYING THE s***IEST TEAMS Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
betterREDthandead 58 Report post Posted April 7, 2006 (edited) the best part is, the Tigers aren't doing this the chintzy way. as Rod Allen pointed out, they have walked exactly one batter in these three games, and that's as of the start of the 9th tonight. they're mashing the ball and they're fielding very well. Tata came on and pitched nicely, bailed out a bit by the gloves behind him. edit: Maggs just put one off the top of the foul pole Edited April 7, 2006 by betterREDthandead Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
timothy1997 0 Report post Posted April 7, 2006 franchise record in most home runs to start a season. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
timothy1997 0 Report post Posted April 7, 2006 the best part is, the Tigers aren't doing this the chintzy way. as Rod Allen pointed out, they have walked exactly one batter in these three games, and that's as of the start of the 9th tonight. you had to mention it right before a 9th inning in which Tata walks two batters. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rage 24 Report post Posted April 7, 2006 Wow, caught the end of this game. Great start for the Tigers. Seven homers!?!? Nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
betterREDthandead 58 Report post Posted April 7, 2006 you had to mention it right before a 9th inning in which Tata walks two batters. yeah, I was afraid of that. that's why I didn't mention the other statistic they're doing very well in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
German Red Wing 0 Report post Posted April 8, 2006 Hm... Tigers still unbeaten this season. Who'd thought that two or three years ago? Also, the Yanks are getting crushed in the West... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlakChamber 8 Report post Posted April 8, 2006 Justin Verlander makes his first start of the season tonight. I'm actually annoyed that the Wings are on. I really want to see this kid pitch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lou_Siffer 1 Report post Posted April 8, 2006 Im really annoyed with the TV schedule myself...all these damn games that arent even on. Theres another stretch next week too with no TV...bulls**t. I dont wanna jinx anything but this is gonna be a tough one for Justin to win...I can already picture Blalock smacking him around... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
timothy1997 0 Report post Posted April 8, 2006 I was so set to watch the tigers last night. With direct tv, I am getting all the games during their free preview. SWEET!! I was disappointed to say the least when I turned on the game and they said that the game was blocked out in Detroit area. WHAT A BUNCH OF CROC! I can watch the White Sox and Royals play and the Yanks and Angels...but no Tigers. to Direct Tv. I actually considered buying the Extra Innings package just to see all the tiger games. Not anymore. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
timothy1997 0 Report post Posted April 9, 2006 tigers on a roll again tonight. 4-0 in the first. I can't wait to see the tigers at home monday. I wish I had tickets this year to go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lou_Siffer 1 Report post Posted April 9, 2006 (edited) Hell im just looking forward to being able to watch them on TV today! It'll screw with my usual PBA bowling schedule! , but hell im itching to watch the Tigs. Verlander dominant yesterday! Shelton does it again with 2 triples and a single. Edited April 9, 2006 by Lou_Siffer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
betterREDthandead 58 Report post Posted April 9, 2006 First time since 1911 that the Tigers started the season with five wins in a row from their starters. And that doesn't even count, since George Mullin won three of those games. Five different ones this time. And yesterday they bombed one of the league's better pitchers in Kevin Millwood. It looks like the AL Central will be THE division this year, if the Tigers and Indians can stay strong, and the White Sox play like the defending Series champs. And not to forget the Twinkies. Pity the Royals. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Draper_Rocks#33 4 Report post Posted April 9, 2006 looking foward to the game today Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lou_Siffer 1 Report post Posted April 9, 2006 Well its really early but this stretch of 7 games starting Monday against Chicago and Cleveland is gonna define the season to me! If they come home and go 2-5 or worse thats really gonna hurt. To me it'll show that they cant come through once the expectations become raised. Yeah i know its a 162 game season but im nuts like this... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
timothy1997 0 Report post Posted April 9, 2006 your right about the next 7 games after today. The tigers will be playing so I am hoping that is an advantage. Right now tho, If they can go 4-3 or better, I am happy with that. I found myself last night with the yahoo game channel updates on the tigers on the computer with the wings game on the tv. Honestly, I think I would have rather watched the tigers game. Kinda strange. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Draper_Rocks#33 4 Report post Posted April 9, 2006 yah i was watchen the tigers game instead of the wings game...i guess its exciting to watch a team win that has never won before than watch a team that almost always win Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lou_Siffer 1 Report post Posted April 9, 2006 I had the Leafs/Flyers game on with the sound off and the Tigers on the radio. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
timothy1997 0 Report post Posted April 9, 2006 yah i was watchen the tigers game instead of the wings game...i guess its exciting to watch a team win that has never won before than watch a team that almost always win thats what i was feeling too. Normally at this time, I am praying that the wings have a long playoff season so I dont have to watch a ton of tigers baseball. This summer may not be that bad. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
betterREDthandead 58 Report post Posted April 9, 2006 I found myself last night with the yahoo game channel updates on the tigers on the computer with the wings game on the tv. Honestly, I think I would have rather watched the tigers game. Kinda strange. Been feeling the same way lately. I know exactly why: baseball is my favorite sport, I didn't get to watch any Tigers at all last year, having been overseas during the whole season, and I've got Center Ice, so I rarely miss a Wings game.....in other words, I need my Tigers fix! And they happen to be doing very well, so, bonus. If the Tigers aren't on TV, I recommend using MLB's site to follow the game online - it updates faster, and you get a neat little graphic with stats and junk. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
timothy1997 0 Report post Posted April 9, 2006 Been feeling the same way lately. I know exactly why: baseball is my favorite sport, I didn't get to watch any Tigers at all last year, having been overseas during the whole season, and I've got Center Ice, so I rarely miss a Wings game.....in other words, I need my Tigers fix! And they happen to be doing very well, so, bonus. If the Tigers aren't on TV, I recommend using MLB's site to follow the game online - it updates faster, and you get a neat little graphic with stats and junk. i like the yahoo one. Plus I got to check on my fantasy team. Ironically, I finally have a solid team top to bottom..except no tigers...and i am getting killed by chris shelton and this other teams tigers..lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
