Dirks on DL - Young added to roster

Not seeing enough improvement in Andy Dirks’ right Achilles tendinitis, the Tigers placed him on the 15-day disabled list Sunday morning, retroactive to May 31

Matt Young, who hit .208 in 20 games for Atlanta last season, will be his replacement.

Young wss hitting .259 at Toledo, with one HR and 16 RBI, but with 12 stolen bases.

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