Justin Polk
Your Five Things For September 30th: Michigan QB Was Concussed
1. Dave Brandon Says Morris Had Concussion
In a statement released by Michigan athletic director Dave Brandon, quarterback Shane Morris did have a concussion and a high ankle sprain. This contradicts Brady Hoke's statements from his press conference who said, "based on everything I know," not a concussion...
Your Five Things For September 25th: Tigers Clinch Playoff Spot
1. Tiger Top White Sox Behind Verlander's Strong Outing
The Detroit Tigers were looking to take the grudge match against the White Sox in an afternoon game at Comerica Park. Verlander took the mound for the Tigers as he took on Chris Sale...
Your Five Things For September 24th: Tigers Win Walkoff
1. Tigers Win Late Over White Sox
In game two of the three game series against the Chicago White Sox, the Detroit Tigers used a late run to to win 4-3. David Price pitched 8 strong innings before losing control of the game. He ended up pitching 8 2/3 innings giving up 3 runs, all in the 9th inning, on 8 hits and 8 strikeouts...
Your Five Things For September 23rd: Tigers Get Shutout
1. Tigers Bats Go Cold In Loss
The Tigers could not get their bats going against the White Sox last night losing 2-0. The only two runs were scored during the second inning on a two run home run. Kyle Lobstein got the start and pitched well going 7 innings giving up 2 runs on 5 hits with 5 strikeouts...
Your Five Things For September 19th: Atlanta Pounds Tampa Bay
1. Falcons Thrash Buccaneers On Thursday Night Football
On Thursday Night Football, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers traveled to Atlanta to take on the Falcons. The result was not as favorable as they got demolished 56-14. The star of the night was Devin Hester as he returned his 20th touchdown on a punt or kickoff setting the new record in the NFL...
Your Five Things For September 18th: Tigers Drop Grudge Match
1. Twins Bats Wake Up Late, Beat Tigers
Last night, the Minnesota Twins topped the Detroit Tigers after a surge late in the game winning 8-4. The Tigers and Twins went back and forth as they traded the lead early in the game. The Tigers had a 2-0 lead, then were trailing 3-2, then regained the lead in the 2nd inning leading 4-3...
Your Five Things For September 17th: Tigers Lose Game In 9th
1. Tigers Lose To Twins After High Scoring 9th:
Last night in Minnesota, the Twins tops the Tigers after a crazy 9th inning winning 4-3. Rick Porcello got the start and pitched 8 innings giving up 2 runs with 7 hits and 5 strikeouts. On the other side Ricky Nolasco, went 8 innings of shutout baseball with 5 hits and 5 strikeouts...
Your Five Things For September 16th: Tigers Win Late
1. Tigers Need Two Runs In 9th To Top Twins
Last night, after sending Max Scherzer to the mound, the Tigers were looking to get him his 17th win of the year. While the Tigers won 8-6, it was the bullpen who blew a 6-4 lead as the Twins tied the game in the bottom of the 8th...
Your Five Things For September 12th: Pistorius Guilty Of Culpable Homicide
1. Pistorius Guilty Of Culpable Homicide Not Murder
In South Africa, Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius, was not found guilty on premeditated murder but was found guilty of culpable homicide, equivalent to manslaughter. The charge can draw up to a 15 year sentence but the judge has not said a sentence...
Your Five Things For September 11th: Tigers Drop Game 3
1. Royals Avoid Sweep, Regain Lead In Central
The Detroit Tigers took the loss against the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday night falling 3-0. With the loss, the Kansas City Royals regained a 1 game lead in the AL Central. The Tigers only got 2 hits last night coming from Torrii Hunter and Ian Kinsler...