Lance Parrish

No Tigers starting battery this All-Star Game

Tough luck for Justin Verlander. He’s the clear-cut pick to start fot the American League All-Star team, but — barring a rainout in the next week — he won’t get the chance, because he’s scheduled to pitch the Sunday before the game. And MLB rules no longer permit any starting pitcher to pitch in the … Continue Reading →

Alex Avila comes alive, has historic night

Well, you don’t see that every day. Or ever, in the Tigers’ case. Alex Avila, who until Wednesday night looked like he couldn’t hit his way out of a paper bag, just turned in one of the best offensive efforts ever by a Tigers catcher. His five RBIs, sure, were impressive — but lots of … Continue Reading →