Jim Leyland touched by messages from players he cut who never reached big leagues
Of the 294 text messages Jim Leyland received in the hours after his election to the Hall of Fame, the ones that touched him most were from former minor leaguers.
Of the 294 text messages Jim Leyland received in the hours after his election to the Hall of Fame, the ones that touched him most were from former minor leaguers.
Jim Leyland, who led the Florida Marlins to a World Series title in 1997 and won 1,769 regular-season games over 22 seasons as an entertaining and at-times crusty big league manager, was elected to baseball's Hall of Fame.
Justin Verlander struck out seven over five scoreless innings and Kyle Tucker hit his 26th homer in the third inning, helping the Houston Astros rout the Detroit Tigers 17-4 on Sunday.
Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander had surgery on his right groin Tuesday and is expected to be out about six weeks.
From Mike Trout to Justin Verlander to the Minnesota Twins, Major League Baseball enjoyed a weekend of records and milestones.
Justin Verlander was splendid against the Detroit Tigers, pitching a two-hitter and fanning 11 in another dominant performance for the Astros.
Justin Verlander blazed 97 mph heat from the start, Shane Bieber and Aroldis Chapman each struck out the side and the American League slowed a loaded NL lineup 4-3 Tuesday for its seventh straight win.
After a dazzling Home Run Derby, MLB heads into the All-Star Game with ace pitcher Justin Verlander insisting that baseballs are juiced.
He allowed five runs in the first inning during the 2012 All-Star Game at Kansas City, including the first-bases loaded triple in All-Star history, to Pablo Sandoval. Verlander, who played for the Detroit Tigers, threw five pitches clocked at 100 mph and another at 101 during a 35-pitch inning.
Carlos Correa started another Houston onslaught with a three-run homer in the first inning, and the Astros routed the Detroit Tigers 11-4 on Tuesday night, extending their winning streak to seven games. Wade Miley won his third straight start. This was the fourth time this season Houston has scored at least 10 runs in a game he pitched.
Justin Verlander has the fourth-highest average salary in the major leagues in his $94 million, three-year contract with the Houston Astros.
The officially trademarked and built-to-order Eleanor Mustang starts at $189,000 and takes up to six months to complete, according to Automobile magazine.
When Fulmer first arrived in Detroit in the spring of 2016, Verlander took him under his wing.
The setting was something out of a storybook.
Late Monday night 31-year-old Melrose Park, Ill. resident David Rivera tweeted a question for the ages to former Tigers, now Astros ace pitcher Justin Verlander.
According to caranddriver.com the base price of this vehicle is $453,750.
Upton shared a video on Instagram on Thursday in which she's pushing Verlander up a hill on a sled.
"His work ethic impacted me from the one time we squared off in a spring training game in Lakeland," said Max Scherzer.
Do you think it's OK to miss the Houston Astros World Series parade for his wedding?
Upset that his Astros had blown a two-run lead in the 10th inning, the Houston ace stormed from the clubhouse to the dugout in gym clothes before the 11th to talk to his teammates.
After dropping the World Series opener at Dodger Stadium, the Astros are confident they can rebound in Game 2 — with good reason.
The Houston Astros will soon have the most sparkling smiles in baseball.
Granderson played in both the NLDS and NLCS, but went just 1-15 with eight strikeouts.
Even he can't believe the ride.
Verlander and the Astros are headed to the World Series after the big right-hander beat the New York Yankees twice in the American League Championship Series.
In December 2023, Detroit Wing Company gifted its Roseville location to Rising Stars Academy, a school for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The Macomb County Prosecutor's Office announced new charges have been filed against former police officers Dammeon Player and Carlos Taylor, accused of using excessive force in 2023.
It was an eventful week in Lansing for government transparency, as Michigan's Attorney General and Secretary of State both testified in favor of a package of bills that would increase government transparency and accountability.
After he became gravely ill, an Oakland County man from Highland, Michigan, braced for the ultimate fight to survive, is sharing the remarkable story of his recovery.
Warren police are investigating whether the gun was stored properly.
In December 2023, Detroit Wing Company gifted its Roseville location to Rising Stars Academy, a school for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The Macomb County Prosecutor's Office announced new charges have been filed against former police officers Dammeon Player and Carlos Taylor, accused of using excessive force in 2023.
It was an eventful week in Lansing for government transparency, as Michigan's Attorney General and Secretary of State both testified in favor of a package of bills that would increase government transparency and accountability.
After he became gravely ill, an Oakland County man from Highland, Michigan, braced for the ultimate fight to survive, is sharing the remarkable story of his recovery.
Warren police are investigating whether the gun was stored properly.
Workers at Mercedes-Benz factories near Tuscaloosa, Alabama, will vote next month on whether they want to be represented by the United Auto Workers union.
After leading the United Auto Workers on its historic strike against the Detroit Three automakers, Shawn Fain has been named on Time's list of the most influential people of 2024.
General Motors and real estate firm Bedrock announced Monday the automaker's headquarters will move to the Hudson's Detroit development in downtown Detroit from the Renaissance Center.
With U.S. electric vehicle sales starting to slow, Ford Motor Co. says it will delay rolling out new electric pickup trucks and a new large electric SUV as it adds gas-electric hybrids to its model lineup.
New vehicle sales in the U.S. rose nearly 5% from January through March, as buyers stayed in the market despite high interest rates.
"Ultimately we think this is a better approach that reflects the evolution of the business," Netflix Co-CEO Greg Peters said on an earnings call.
Anticipation was growing at a fever pitch before Taylor Swift's latest album, "The Tortured Poets Department," dropped at midnight EDT. But it turned out it's actually a double album.
Guitar legend Dickey Betts, who co-founded the Allman Brothers Band and wrote their biggest hit, "Ramblin' Man," has died.
Charli XCX and Troye Sivan are teaming up to co-headline an arena tour across North America, which will kick off here in Detroit.
ABBA, Blondie and The Notorious B.I.G. are entering America's audio canon.
If the UAW prevails, the Chattanooga factory would be the only unionized foreign commercial carmaker in the U.S.
A person self-immolated at a park across from the courthouse where former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial is taking place.
The Wolverines had a record 18 players at the combine, giving them a chance to be the first school with at least 16 prospects picked in one NFL draft.
The MY 2024 Cybertrucks have faulty accelerator pedals that may be dislodged when high force is applied, the company said.
Starbucks unveiled the new cups ahead of Earth Day and as a new report warns plastic production emissions are even greater than those from aviation.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Organic option is best when buying certain produce, especially blueberries, nonprofit group says in analysis of chemical residues.
MDARD officials say the virus, which was first detected in Michigan in 2022, was found in Newaygo County, making it the seventh flock in the state in the last two years.
The $872 million most likely excludes any amount UnitedHealth may have paid to hackers in ransom.
George Schappell and sister Lori, of Reading, Pa., were the world's oldest conjoined twins, according to the Guinness Book of World Records.
Michigan State is breaking in a new football coach and quarterback this year.
The Wolverines had a record 18 players at the combine, giving them a chance to be the first school with at least 16 prospects picked in one NFL draft.
Sherrone Moore will have a lot of big decisions to make in his first season as Michigan's coach, leading the defending national champions after Jim Harbaugh bolted to coach the Los Angeles Chargers.
The NFL draft is coming to Detroit and for a change, the Lions are coming off a successful season and have appeared to address every need with seemingly sound moves.
Detroit Lions unveiled new uniforms on Thursday, including a black alternate uniform. The unveiling comes hours after they were leaked on social media.
The Motor City is putting the final touches in place for the 2024 NFL Draft as it rolls into Detroit next week.
Michael Bickers, Regional President of PNC Southeast Michigan/Detroit, and Eric Poe, CEO of CURE Auto Insurance, appeared on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
Businesses across Michigan are feeling optimistic about the future after weathering the historic 100-year health pandemic that impacted every company in one way or another.
Three leaders talked about how the region is doing to help people deal with mental health issues.
The issue of abortion and IVF was also discussed during the roundtable, along with thoughts on how they might sway voters this fall.
In December 2023, Detroit Wing Company gifted its Roseville location to Rising Stars Academy, a school for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Detroit City FC returns to USL Championship action this Saturday at Keyworth Stadium as they prepare to host Oakland Roots SC.
Democratic lawmakers say they're seeing traction on these bills because they have control of both chambers in the legislature.
Javed Ali, a University of Michigan professor and national security expert, breaks down Israel's retaliation against Iran for an attack.
After he became gravely ill, an Oakland County man from Highland, Michigan, braced for the ultimate fight to survive, sharing the remarkable story of his recovery.