OFFICIAL DETROIT TIGERS PRESS RELEASES

01/19/2010 4:50 PM ET
Tigers agree to terms with Miner, Seay and Laird

The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has agreed to terms on a contract for the 2010 season with righthanded pitcher Zach Miner, lefthanded pitcher Bobby Seay and catcher Gerald Laird. The club avoided arbitration with all three players.

Miner spent the entire 2009 season with the Tigers, appearing in a career-best 51 games. He finished 7-5 with a 4.29 ERA (92.1IP/44ER) and 62 strikeouts in his 51 outings (five starts) with the Tigers last season.

Seay posted a 6-3 record and 4.25 ERA (48.2IP/23ER) in 67 appearances for the Tigers during the 2009 season. He established career highs with six wins, 67 appearances and 48.2 innings pitched last season. Seay tied for eighth among all American League relievers with six wins.

Laird saw action in a career-high 135 games for the Tigers in 2009, batting .225 (93x413) with 23 doubles, two triples, four home runs and 33 RBI. He led all American League catchers with a .997 fielding percentage and 78 assists last season. Laird threw out 40.4 percent of runners attempting to steal (40x99), tops among all league catchers in 2009.

With three players agreeing to terms today, the Tigers now have 18 players on the club's 40-man roster under contract for the 2010 season.

01/19/2010 10:08 AM ET
Tigers agree to terms with Jose Valverde

DETROIT - The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has agreed to terms with righthanded pitcher Jose Valverde on a two-year contact with a club option for the 2012 season.

Valverde compiled a 4-2 record, 2.33 ERA (54.0IP/14ER) and 25 saves in 52 outings for the Houston Astros during the 2009 season. He fanned 56 batters during the season, while he limited opponents to a .207 batting average (40x193).

"We are pleased to add a premier closer like Jose Valverde to our club," Tigers President, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager David Dombrowski said. "His addition fills what we felt was our biggest need and he solidifies the back end of our bullpen to strengthen our pitching staff."

In seven seasons at the major league level with the Arizona Diamondbacks (2003-07) and Astros (2008-09), Valverde has posted a 19-19 record, 3.17 ERA (386.0IP/136ER) and 167 saves in 379 career outings. He has struck out 470 batters over his career, while limiting opponents to a .208 batting average (296x1424).

Valverde is second among all National League pitchers with 116 saves since the start of the 2007 season, trailing only Francisco Cordero's 117 saves. Valverde was selected to the National League's all-star squad in 2007.

Additionally, the Tigers today announced the club has received cash considerations from the San Diego Padres to complete the Dusty Ryan trade on December 21, 2009.

07/14/2010 11:31 AM ET

Come On Down to Comerica Park For The Ultimate Garage Sale this Saturday

Featuring Unique Items For Sale From the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Red Wings, Comerica Park & Joe Louis Arena

The Detroit Tigers, Detroit Red Wings, Comerica Park and Joe Louis Arena will host a garage sale open to the public with a portion of the proceeds from all items sold benefiting the Detroit Tigers Foundation and the Detroit Red Wings Foundation on Saturday, July 17 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Comerica Park. Guests may enter through Gate B on the corner of Adams and Witherell with free parking available in Lot 1 located on Witherell and Elizabeth. Join 97.1 FM, The Ticket, for a live broadcast throughout the duration of the garage sale.

Items for sale include Tiger Den chairs, Olympia Stadium folding chairs, official Comerica Park flags, original baseball bat door handles, Tigers Clubhouse and Comerica Park Suite couches (limited supply), publications, assorted baseball bats and helmets, discounted Steve Yzerman autographed collectibles, discounted Tigers and Red Wings apparel, discounted autographed books and much more!

All sales are final. Cash or Credit only. For more information call (313) 471-2000

03/03/2011 5:47 PM ET
Friday night pregame concerts coming this season to Comerica Park
Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers' Cruze In, Rock Out Concert Series, Hits the Stage April 22 at FOX Sports Detroit Brushfire Grill; Series of 10 Concerts to Showcase Local Talent

Friday nights are always fun at Comerica Park with a great night of baseball and entertainment, enhanced this season with a series of 10 pregame concerts held within the FOX Sports Detroit Brushfire Grill.

The Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers' Cruze In, Rock Out Concert Series - brought to you by FOX Sports Detroit - begins April 22.

The Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers are working with their advertising agency, Strive Creative, to provide the musical acts, which will include the three finalists in the ongoing APRIL IN THE D Song Contest.

"A part of our mission is to support everything local here in Detroit, so it was important to select only local bands as we develop this concert series. Metro Detroit has a rich music tradition, which is one of the many reasons we are committed to supporting it," said a spokesperson with the Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers. "By researching social networking sites and reaching out to local music labels and venues, we will select bands that span the landscape of music here in Detroit."

"The Tigers are thrilled to partner with Fox Sports Detroit and the Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers to bring live entertainment to the Brushfire Grill," said Ellen Hill Zeringue, Vice President-Marketing, Detroit Tigers. "The pregame concert series is a wonderful platform to showcase local talent and provide fans with an exciting pregame entertainment option."

The concerts will be streamed live at Foxsportsdetroit.com and will be integrated into TIGERS LIVE pregame show on FOX Sports Detroit.

METRO DETROIT CHEVY DEALERS' CRUZE IN, ROCK OUT CONCERT SERIES

FOX Sports Detroit Brushfire Grill at Comerica Park*:

Fri. April 22 prior to Tigers vs. White Sox
Fri. May 13 prior to Tigers vs. Royals
Fri. May 27 prior to Tigers vs. Red Sox
Fri. June 10 prior to Tigers vs. Mariners
Fri. June 24 prior to Tigers vs. Diamondbacks
Fri. July 15 prior to Tigers vs. Indians
Fri. July 29 prior to Tigers vs. Angels
Fri. Aug. 19 prior to Tigers vs. Indians
Fri. Sept. 9 prior to Tigers vs. Twins
Fri. Sept. 23 prior to Tigers vs. Orioles

*Game ticket required for access to the FOX Sports Detroit Brushfire Grill

03/08/2011 9:52 AM ET
Comerica Bank swings into spring with $10,000 Grand Slam Grant to benefit metro Detroit high school baseball program

DETROIT - With baseball season right around the corner, Comerica Bank is searching for a team of deserving high school all-stars whose baseball or softball program could use a little changeup. The bank is offering a $10,000 Grand Slam Grant to create, expand or improve a high school baseball or softball program in metro Detroit.

In addition to the grant, the selected school will also receive 100 pavilion tickets, 20 outfield box tickets and 18 suite tickets to the Detroit Tigers opening weekend game on April 9, 2011. The grant recipient will be recognized on the field prior to the game, and a school representative will have the opportunity to throw out the first pitch.

Public high schools in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Lenawee and Washtenaw counties are eligible to apply for the Grand Slam Grant. The funds could be used for field improvements, equipment, training camps, or other baseball or softballrelated expenses.

"The Grand Slam Grant is meant to encourage physical activity and foster athletic excellence in the metro Detroit communities Comerica serves," said Thomas D. Ogden, president, Comerica Bank-Michigan. "With so many schools cutting baseball and softball budgets, we felt this was a way to ensure deserving kids have the tools they need to enjoy America's favorite pastime the way it was meant to be played."

Applications are available for download at www.Comerica.com/GrandSlamGrant. Completed applications, including supporting images if desired, must be emailed to grandslamgrant@comerica.com by no later than 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 24. Winners will be notified by April 5 and recognized at Comerica Park on April 9.

Grant applications will be reviewed for a variety of factors including overall need, creativity, and school and community impact. The grant recipient will be selected by the Comerica Bank Grand Slam Grant Selection Committee, consisting of representatives from Comerica Bank and the Detroit Tigers. The selected school must agree to attend the check presentation at Comerica Park on April 9, 2011, where the grant recipient will be announced to the public.

Comerica Bank, with 217 banking centers in Michigan, is a subsidiary of Comerica Incorporated. Comerica is making a $17 million investment in Detroit with the renovation of its building at 411 W. Lafayette, which will be renamed Comerica Bank Center and become the bank's Michigan Market headquarters in 2012. Comerica Incorporated (NYSE: CMA) is a financial services company strategically aligned by three business segments: The Business Bank, The Retail Bank, and Wealth & Institutional Management. Comerica focuses on relationships, and helping people and businesses be successful. To receive e-mail alerts of breaking Comerica news, go to http://www.comerica.com/newsalerts.

03/24/2011 5:14 PM ET
Come join the club! 2011 Tigers Kids Club memberships now available!
Includes official Kids Club Passport, free Comerica Park tour, invitation to exclusive Kids Club member events and plenty of fun!

• Tigers Kids Club Information

DETROIT - While the Detroit Tigers sharpen their claws in Florida for the upcoming 2011 season, now is the time for young Tigers fans to join in the fun. Fans 14-and-younger can participate in exciting Tigers activities throughout the summer by joining the 2011 Detroit Tigers Kids Club. Members enjoy exclusive access to many unique items and opportunities, the perfect way to get the youngest of Tigers fans excited about Detroit baseball.

"We're very excited about the continuing growth of the Kids Club," said Tigers' Vice President of Marketing Ellen Hill Zeringue. "It's a fun way to introduce kids to the game of baseball. It provides them with a unique and special opportunity to enjoy Detroit Tigers baseball throughout the season."

Samantha Ankeny, Director of Marketing for FOX Sports Detroit added, "FOX Sports Detroit is excited and honored to co-sponsor the Tigers Kids Club. We look forward to engaging with our young fans this season and supporting their enthusiasm for Tigers baseball."

Each Kids Club membership includes:

• Official Detroit Tigers Kids Club Passport
  
• Exclusive Kids Club magnet schedule
  
• Official Kids Club Member bedroom sign
  
• Detroit Tigers "Funny Bands"
  
• Kids Club member birthday card featuring a special gift from Little Caesars
  
• A free Comerica Park tour (non-gameday)
  
• Three issues of PAWSprints, the official newsletter of the Tigers Kids Club (Two in-season issues delivered via mail with Kids Club gift.)
  
• Monthly Kids Club raffle to win unique experiences, like throwing a ceremonial first pitch!
  
• Baseball activity sheet at every Tigers home game
  
• Invitation to exclusive Kids Club Member events including the opportunity to win a tour of the FOX Sports Detroit studios
  

03/30/2011 5:46 PM ET
Play Ball! Exciting New Lineup of Fun at Comerica Park in 2011
The "D" Shop by Majestic, Ticket Value Deals, New Giveaways and Promotions

Opening Week festivities at Comerica Park are set to begin Friday, April 8, and the Detroit Tigers have continued their efforts to offer fans Detroit's No. 1 sports value with an enhanced gameday experience for the entire 2011 season. The Tigers have introduced new deals, promotions, and attractions for this season, while continuing to offer great value deals including a $5 ticket, $5 adult and kid's meal, and $5 parking.

Get your Tigers tickets for the Opening Homestand and games in 2011 at Comerica Park now! For single game ticket information call 866-66-TIGER. For season, group, parties and suites call 313-471-BALL (2255). For complete ticket information visit tigers.com/tickets .

~ NEW IN 2011 ~

"SPRING TICKET DEAL"
· $10 Mezzanine tickets - Normally $15, for Monday-Thursday home games in April and May (excluding Boston and NYY)
· Opening Week Ticket Special - Half-Price Tickets, Lower Baseline Box $14 and Upper Box Infield $12, available online only April 9 - April 13

BRAND NEW: THE D SHOP PRESENTED BY MAJESTIC
• Located on the corner of Montcalm and Witherell Streets
• Grand Opening on Opening Day - Friday, April 8th
• Will feature unique home items such as Tigers barbecue items, a leather love seat, recliner, pub table and bar stools
• Gameday Authentics Merchandise

NEW ITEMS AVAILABLE IN PRO SHOP
New on Field Products
• 2011 Authentic On-Field Batting Practice Jersey
• 2011 Authentic On-Field Premier Jacket
• Victor Martinez Jerseys and T-Shirts
Novelties/Souvenirs
• Detroit Tigers Toaster - It actually toasts the Olde English D onto your toast!
• PAWS Pillow Buddy - The craze has finally arrived at Comerica Park. Get your very own PAWS Pillow Buddy!
New Styles of Apparel
• Men's Majestic Threads T-Shirts featuring Detroit's Cityscape
New Home Items
• Detroit Tigers Leather Love Seat, Recliner, Pub Table and Bar Stools
New Publications
• 2011 Media Guide
• 2011 Edition of Team Yearbook
• Tigers Magazine with Scorecard

DETROIT TIGERS SOCIAL MEDIA CLUBHOUSE
• Detroit Tigers Social Media Clubhouse
• Follow the Tigers on Facebook (facebook.com/tigers) and Twitter (@Official_Tigers)
• New Twitter en español! (@TigresdeDetroit)

MLB At Bat 11
• MLB At Bat 11 is a live Tigers baseball mobile application for iPhone, iPad, Android and Blackberry. It allows Tigers fans to stay connected to the team wherever they are with Gameday pitch-by-pitch tracking, in-progress box scores and statistics, breaking news and searchable video highlights. MLB At Bat 11 also includes Gameday Audio to listen to every Tigers game live. MLB.TV subscribers can watch Tigers games live on their iPhone, iPad or Android device. Fans can customize their At Bat home screen for the Tigers. Fans attending Comerica Park have the opportunity to receive exclusive offers, maps and rewards with At Bat 11's At the Ballpark check-in functionality, allowing them to see which Facebook friends are also in the ballpark.

INCREASED GIVEAWAYS, EVENTS, FIREWORKS
• 31 giveaways and 17 special events
• 17 postgame firework extravaganzas on Fridays and Saturdays in Detroit, the most in Major League Baseball
• Friday Firework Extravaganzas begin May 13 and Saturday Firework Extravaganzas begin May 28

NEW GIVEAWAYS
• Austin Jackson Figurine - Friday, April 22 (First 10,000 fans courtesy of Little Caesars)
• Detroit Tigers Fleece Scarf - Tuesday, May 3 (First 7,500 fans courtesy of Dunkin' Donuts)
• Detroit Tigers Salsa Bowl - Monday, May 23 (First 10,000 fans courtesy of Garden Fresh Salsa)
• Max Scherzer Bobblehead - Sunday, June 12 (All Kids 14-and-under courtesy of Pepsi MAX)
• Soft-Sided 6-Pack Tigers Cooler - Friday, July 1 (First 7,500 fans 21-and-over courtesy of Miller Lite)
• Justin Verlander Superhero Cape - Sunday, July 3 (All kids 14-and-younger)
• Victor Martinez Backpack - Sunday, August 21 (All kids 14-and-under courtesy of SVS Vision)
• Tigers / Star Wars Night Acrylic Tumbler - Saturday, September 10 (First 7,500 fans 21-and-over courtesy of Belle Tire)

NEW MENU ITEMS THROUGHOUT BALLPARK
• Fish Basket, Blue Gatorade, Red Gatorade, Frozen Orange Minute Maid, Red White and Blue Steak Sandwich, The Detroiter Steak Sandwich, Souvenir Popcorn Helmet

GROUP SEATING PRICE OPTIONS
• Super Saver Games (a discount of up to $5 per ticket); Discount Games (a discount of up to $3 per ticket);
Value Games (a discount of up to $2 per ticket); Regular Games and Premium Games available

"ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT" PARTY ROOMS
• Great for those unique group gatherings
• Feature an endless supply of chicken tenders, grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, popcorn, fresh vegetables and pasta salad
• Beverages include Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Sierra Mist or Mountain Dew
• Party Room varies according to number of guests
• Located on the upper suite level

VALUE DATES FOR PICNIC SEATING
• Introducing 13 games with Picnic Ticket prices lowered by $5 per person in eight different Picnic locations

KIDS OPENING DAY - Sunday, April 10
• All kids 14-and-younger will receive a Kids Opening Day Magnet Schedule
• Thirty winning entries will be selected from an Essay Contest with each winner receiving four complimentary game tickets as well as the opportunity to participate in "Kids Opening Day."
• Free rides for kids 14-and-younger courtesy of Red Robin on the Comerica Bank Carousel and the Fly Ball Ferris Wheel
• Post Game Kids Run the Bases for kids 14-and-younger courtesy of Pepsi

NEW THEME NIGHT: STAR WARS NIGHT - Saturday, Sept. 10
• First 7,500 fans 21-and-older will receive a Star Wars Night Acrylic Tumbler

NEW FANTASY EXPERIENCES
Attend a game with a former Tigers Star!
• Watch the game with Dave Rozema, Dave Bergman, Rick Leach or Dan Petry
• Available for three people
• Enjoy dinner with your Tigers star in the Champions Club
• Also includes parking and three infield box Seats
Batting Practice
Fans have the opportunity to take live batting practice and ground balls on a Major League Baseball field under the lights!
• Friday, May 6
• Saturday, May 7
Detroit Tigers Road Trip to Pittsburgh
• May 20-22, 2011 - Join former Tigers players on a road trip to Pittsburgh to face the Pirates
Fantasy Camp at Comerica Park
• July 22-24, 2011 - Three days of Big League fun!

NEW GAMEDAY PROMOTIONS
• Tigers Text-to-DJ - Thanks to Verizon Wireless, fans will have the opportunity to request their favorite songs during every home game this season. If their song is selected, it will be played during the game at Comerica Park.
• Season Ticket Holder of the Game - The Tigers will pay tribute to longtime season ticket holders during the 2011 season.

DTE ENERGY SQUAD
• The DTE Energy Squad has 19 members, nine more than last year.

FS DETROIT LIVE PRE-GAME SHOW
• FOX Sports Detroit will air a live pre-game show for every Tigers telecast.

~ DETROIT'S NO. 1 SPORTS VALUE ~

FIVE DOLLAR DEALS
• $5 Ticket - Available for regular season Tigers home games, subject to availability
• $5 Adult Meals - Hot dog, chips and a soda, available at the Big League Grill
• $5 Kids Meals - Hot dog, chips, a juice box and a PAWS finger puppet, available at the Big League Grill
• $5 Parking - Lots off of Columbia St. between Cass Ave. and Grand River Ave.

"MADE IN DETROIT" COLLEGE NIGHTS, PRESENTED BY BIG BOY RESTAURANTS
• Includes a Lower Level Pavilion Ticket and a specially designed "Made in Detroit" college night T-shirt every Tuesday evening home game (excluding May 3 and June 28)

SUNDAY KIDS DAYS
• All Sunday home games at Comerica Park
• All kids 14-and-younger will receive a free promotional item as part of the "Every Kid, Every Sunday" giveaway guarantee, can enjoy free rides courtesy of Red Robin on the Comerica Bank Carousel or the Fly Ball Ferris Wheel, can take part in free face painting, have the chance to win a bicycle courtesy of Meijer and are invited down to the field for Kids Run the Bases courtesy of Pepsi following the game.

04/20/2011 11:14 AM ET
'Made in Detroit College Nights' launches Tuesday, April 26 at Comerica Park
College Nights will include limited edition Made in Detroit player T-shirt

DETROIT - What better way to spend a well deserved study break than at Comerica Park! You could bring your classmates, roommates or even your study group for a fun night of Tigers baseball. This season, for just $19 college student fans can enjoy Made In Detroit College Night at Comerica Park, presented by Big Boy for a total of 10 Tuesday games throughout 2011.

The low ticket price includes a game ticket in the College Night Pavilion seating area, where fans get the opportunity to meet other college students from around the area, and a special limited edition Made In Detroit Tigers player T-Shirt. Five different players will be featured on the Made In Detroit College Night T-Shirts.

College Night Schedule and Player T-Shirt Giveaway is as follows:
Tuesday, April 26: Justin Verlander - Born in Virginia
Tuesday, May 17: Austin Jackson - Born in Texas
Tuesday, May 24: Brandon Inge - Born in Virginia
Tuesday, May 31: Magglio Ordoñez - Born in Venezuela
Tuesday, June 14: Miguel Cabrera - Born in Venezuela

Tickets for Made In Detroit College Nights are available at the Comerica Park Box Office, or online at tigers.com/college.

04/22/2011 1:03 PM ET
First-Ever Tigers Tweetup at Comerica Park Set for April 26

Detroit's No. 1 sports value is offering a special $10.00 ticket for followers of the Tigers official Twitter accounts when the Tigers host their first-ever TweetUp event on Tuesday, April 26 prior to and during the 7:05 p.m. game between the Tigers and Seattle Mariners. There are a limited number of tickets available for this event. Twitter followers can visit tigers.com/connect for more details.

Twitter followers who purchase the $10.00 ticket can:
1- attend a pre-game event in The Labatt Blue Light Jungle, and
2- enjoy group seating with fellow tweeps in the pavilion section;
3- receive a Tigers TweetUp t-shirt, that will include space for the individual's Twitter address;
4- participate in tweet contests with prizes; and
5- an opportunity to meet in-person with members of the Tigers organization who they follow on Twitter, beginning at 5:30 p.m.
6- As a bonus, randomly selected Tweeps will watch the ballgame in a suite.
"Tigers Twitter followers have been loyal and active members of the Detroit Tigers social media clubhouse, and this is an opportunity for our organization to engage in-person," said Ellen Zeringue, Tigers' Vice President of Marketing.

04/22/2011 12:45 PM ET
Tigers third baseman Brandon Inge to host live chat with fans this Tuesday on tigers.com

Detroit Tigers third baseman Brandon Inge will chat live with fans this Tuesday, April 26 from 3:15 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. ET on tigers.com. Fans can log onto www.tigers.com/chat beginning at 2:15 p.m. on April 26 to submit questions for Inge.

Inge, an All-Star third baseman, is the longest tenured Tigers player. This chat gives fans a special opportunity to get the inside scoop on Inge as well as his thoughts on the Tigers' 2011 campaign.

For more information, or to register to chat, visit www.tigers.com/chat.

Get your Tigers tickets for the White Sox and Mariners series at Comerica Park now! For single game ticket information call 866-66-TIGER. For season, group, parties and suites call 313-471-BALL (2255). For complete ticket information visit tigers.com/tickets.

04/22/2011 2:33 PM ET
Things are hoppin' at Comerica Park special Kids Day Easter Celebration this Sunday
Easter egg hunt, Easter Bunny appearance and Victor Martinez poster

DETROIT - Join us this Sunday for a day of Easter fun at Comerica Park as the Tigers host the Chicago White Sox at 1:05 p.m. This Sunday will feature a special Easter Egg Hunt for young Tigers fans. The Easter Bunny will be hop, hop, hopping around Comerica Park in celebration of Easter Sunday! From 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., mini-Tigers fans are encouraged to walk around the Main Concourse, 200-level and 300-level to find the Easter bunny. He'll have special treats for all kids and will take time for a picture, so have your cameras ready! All kids 14-and-younger will receive an "Every Kid, Every Sunday" Victor Martinez Poster, courtesy of Meijer.

All Sunday home games are Kids Days at Comerica Park.
1- In addition to every child receiving a free promotional item,
2- children can enjoy free rides on the Comerica Bank Carousel or the Fly Ball Ferris Wheel courtesy of Red Robin and
3- free face painting at Gates A and B. Additionally,
4- there is a chance for all kids to win a bicycle, compliments of Meijer.
5- After the game all children are invited down to the field for Kids Run the Bases, courtesy of Pepsi.

Get your Tigers tickets for the White Sox and Mariners series at Comerica Park now! For single game ticket information call 866-66-TIGER. For season, group, parties and suites call 313-471-BALL (2255). For complete ticket information visit www.tigers.com/tickets.

01/14/2013 12:56 PM ET
2013 Detroit Tigers Winter Caravan ready to roll
Tigers players and coaches to visit fans across the state

DETROIT - The 2013 Detroit Tigers Winter Caravan, presented by FOX Sports Detroit and Pure Michigan, is set for Thursday, January 24 and Friday, January 25, and features an exciting lineup of appearances in Detroit and around the state of Michigan. Tigers President, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager David Dombrowski, Vice President/Assistant General Manager Al Avila, Manager Jim Leyland, coaches, players, broadcasters and Detroit's favorite mascot PAWS, will take part in a two-day journey traveling in two buses and an additional dozen vehicles, across the region, spreading baseball fever to fans of all ages.

"These are exciting times for Tigers fans with great anticipation for the upcoming season, and it all starts with the Winter Caravan," said Elaine Lewis, Vice President of Community and Public Affairs. "We once again are expecting outstanding participation from our players, manager and coaching staff to engage with fans throughout the state of Michigan and Northwest Ohio."

Metro Bus

Thursday, January 24
1:00-2:30 p.m.
GM Heritage Center, 6400 Center Drive, Sterling Heights
Tigers players will tour a showcase of heritage, classic, race car and concept vehicles
Photo opportunity with invited guests including local servicemen and women

1:30-2:15 p.m.
Red Robin, 31805 John R. Road, Madison Heights
Two tigers players (Max Scherzer and Austin Jackson) will serve as celebrity waiters for customers at Red Robin
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

1:35-2:05 p.m.
Holocaust Memorial Center, 28123 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington Hills
Tigers players will receive an orientation of the Holocaust Memorial Center

2:30-3:45 p.m.
The Detroit Arsenal Family and MWR at the US Army Garrison
US Army Garrison, 6501 E. 11 Mile Road, Warren
Tigers players will tour the Ground Systems Power and Energy Lab (GSPEL), a new one-of-a-kind facility that addresses the emerging power and energy challenges facing the Army's next generation of ground vehicles
Players will observe and participate in a tactical robot demonstration
Players will participate in an interactive question and answer session with soldiers, Veterans and employees

3:15-4:30 p.m.
West Bloomfield Police Department, 4530 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloomfield Township
Tigers players will attend a meet and greet with officers of the West Bloomfield Police Department to give thanks for their service to the community and to honor fallen Sergeant Patrick O' Rourke

4:00-4:40 p.m.
Royal Oak Fire Station #2, 31000 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak
Tigers players will attend a meet and greet dinner with firefighters of Royal Oak Fire Station #2 to give thanks for their service to the community

4:00-6:00 p.m.
Palladium 12 Theatre in Birmingham, 250 N. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham
Rally featuring Tigers players will include an interactive question and answer session, games, raffle prizes, giveaways and more
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Program begins at 5:00 p.m.)

4:00-6:00 p.m.
Royal Oak Middle School, 709 N. Washington Ave., Royal Oak
Interactive question-and-answer session with parents and students about anti-bullying (Phil Coke)
The winners of the Detroit Tigers Anti-Bullying Essay/Story Contest in partnership with Detroit Newspapers in Education and Michigan K.I.D.S will be announced
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (tickets no longer available)

5:15-6:00 p.m.
Hockeytown Authentics, 1845 East Big Beaver Road, Troy
Fans have the opportunity to take a photo with two Tigers players (Max Scherzer and Austin Jackson).
A collection to benefit fire victims will be administered by the American Red Cross
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Friday, January 25
10:00-11:30 a.m.
United States Coast Guard, 110 Mount Elliott Street, Detroit
Tigers will headline a rally, including an interactive question and answer session with members of the U.S. Coast Guard and Veterans from the Tuskegee Airmen and Montford Pointe Marines

10:30-11:00a.m.
Dunkin Donuts, 29285 Southfield Road, Southfield
Two tigers players (Torii Hunter and Phil Coke) will serve as celebrity baristas for customers at Dunkin Donuts
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
DMC Children's Hospital of Michigan, 3901 Beaubien Street, Detroit
Playroom visit with patients

11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
North American International Auto Show
Cobo Hall, General Motors Display Area, One Washington Blvd., Detroit
Fan rally and parade, including an interactive question and answer session in the Chevrolet Display Area
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
United States Customs and Border Protection, Fort Street Cargo Facility, 2810 West Fort St., Detroit
Tigers players will receive an orientation of United States Customs and Border Protection operations
Players will participate in a rally and interactive question and answer session for officers and employees

1:00-2:30 p.m.
DTE Energy, 1 Energy Plaza, Detroit
Tigers players will participate in a rally and interactive question and answer session for employees

2:30-3:45 p.m.
GM Renaissance Center Wintergarden, 400 Renaissance Center, Detroit
Tigers headline an employee rally, including an interactive question and answer session
In partnership with Think Detroit P.A.L., GM employees will donate baseball and softball equipment to benefit local area youth
A jersey will be presented to recognize the launch of 13 new Chevrolet products in 2013

2:45-3:00 p.m.
Wayne State University Center for Latino and Latin American Studies
Wayne State University, 5045 Anthony Wayne Drive, Detroit
Tigers players will participate in a roundtable discussion and Q&A session with Wayne State University students and teachers from the Greater Detroit Hispanic community
Tigers players will share their experience as Latinos in Major League Baseball with students at Wayne State University at the recently renovated Latin American cultural room, Salon de Nuestra Cultura

2:50-3:25 p.m.
Manoogian Mansion, 9240 Dwight Street, Detroit
Mayor Dave Bing will share the history of the Manoogian Mansion for Tigers players and personnel


North Bus

Thursday, January 24
11:00-1:00 p.m.
Northern Michigan Regional Chamber Alliance Luncheon
Cadillac Grill, 7839 E. 46 1/2 Rd., Cadillac
Tigers players will participate in the Northern Michigan Regional Chamber Alliance luncheon, hosted by the Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce
Silent and live auction to benefit Detroit Tigers Foundation

1:00-1:45 p.m.
Sweet Shop
Sweet Shop, Cadillac, 111 South Mitchell Street, Cadillac
Tigers players will make candy and greet employees to celebrate the Sweet Shop's 50th anniversary

2:00-3:00 p.m.
Pepsi
Pepsi Marketing and Equipment Center, 6200 Taylor Drive, Flint
After a tour of the facilities, Tigers players will unveil a special new vending machine to commemorate the 2012 American League Championship

3:30-6:00 p.m.
Christian Youth Fellowship Association Rally
Temple Theatre, 201 North Washington Avenue, Saginaw
Tigers players will participate in a community rally benefitting the Christian Youth Fellowship Association featuring the American League Championship Trophy

5:00-7:30 p.m.
Great Lakes Bay Hispanic Leadership Institute Banquet
Saginaw Valley State University - Curtis Hall, 7400 Bay Road, Saginaw
Tigers players and personnel will participate in the Hispanic Leadership Graduation Banquet

Friday, January 25
7:30-10:30 a.m.
Soaring Eagle Casino Community Rally
Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort, 6800 East Broadway Road, Mt. Pleasant
Tigers players will participate in a community rally featuring the American League Championship Trophy hosted in partnership with the Soaring Eagle Casino, Central Michigan University Athletics, Central Michigan University Alumni Association, Mt. Pleasant Chamber of Commerce and Mt. Pleasant Convention and Visitors Bureau

11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Midland Center for Arts Community Rally
Midland Center for Arts, 1801 Saint Andrews Street, Midland
Tigers players will participate in a community rally which will include a special Dreams Come True presentation hosted in partnership with the Midland Center for Arts, Dow Gardens and the Midland Chamber of Commerce

11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
22nd Annual Snowfest
Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, 730 South Main Street, Frankenmuth
Tigers players will participate in the 21st Annual Snowfest and recognize the 150 year anniversary of the Frankenmuth Brewery
In partnership with Zehnder's and Pepsi, scarves, hats and gloves will be collected for donation to the Salvation Army of Saginaw County

*PLAYER NAMES ADDED FROM DET. NEWS INFO.
Tigers announce itinerary for 2013 winter caravan
http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20130114/SPORTS0104/301140408/1129/SPORTS0104/Tigers-announce-itinerary-2013-winter-caravan

01/15/2013 11:18 AM ET
Chris Cron returns as Double A Erie Manager
Jaime Garcia, Gerald Perry Join SeaWolves Staff

The Detroit Tigers today announced Chris Cron will return in 2013 to serve as the manager at Double A Erie. Jaime Garcia and Gerald Perry have joined the Tigers organization as the pitching coach and hitting coach, respectively, at Erie.

The 2013 season will mark Cron’s third season with the Tigers organization as the manager at Erie. Prior to joining the Tigers organization in 2011, he managed for 16 seasons at the minor league level with the Chicago White Sox (1995-99, 2003-10) and Colorado Rockies (2000-02).

Prior to joining the Tigers organization, Garcia spent six seasons with the Houston Astros organization. He spent his first four seasons (2007-10) with the Astros as the organization’s assistant pitching coordinator, before serving as the minor league pitching coordinator in 2011 and the pitching coach with the Gulf Coast League Astros and the Latin Pitching Supervisor in 2012.

Garcia’s professional coaching career began with the Chicago White Sox organization in 1988. After spending nine seasons with the White Sox organization (1988-96), Garcia has coached with the Milwaukee Brewers (1997), Texas Rangers (1998-99), Kansas City Royals (2000-02) and Cincinnati Reds (2003-06) organizations.

Perry joins the Tigers organization after serving as the hitting coach with Triple A Pawtucket in the Boston Red Sox organization during the 2012 season. He has served as a hitting coach at the major league level with the Seattle Mariners (2000-02), Pittsburgh Pirates (2003-05), Oakland Athletics (2006, 2011) and Chicago Cubs (2007-June of 2009). Perry’s coaching career began in 1997 as he served as the hitting coach at Single A Michigan in the Red Sox organization. He spent both the 1998 and 2010 seasons as the hitting coach at Pawtucket, while he served as Boston’s minor league hitting coordinator in 1999.

Selected by the Atlanta Braves in the 11th round of the June 1978 draft, Perry played 13 seasons at the major league level with the Braves (1983-89), Kansas City Royals (1990) and St. Louis Cardinals (1991-95). He was selected to the National League’s all-star squad during the 1988 season.

Chris McDonald will return to Erie for his eighth season as the club’s athletic trainer, his 13th season with the Tigers organization. Fred Murphy will serve as the strength and conditioning coordinator with the SeaWolves during the 2013 season.

01/16/2013 11:38 AM ET
Tigers Invite 17 Players to Major League Camp

The Detroit Tigers today announced the following 17 players have been invited to major league camp this spring in Lakeland, FL:

Righthanded pitchers: Trevor Bell, Shawn Hill, Michael Morrison

Lefthanded pitchers: Jose Alvarez, Kenny Faulk, Ryan Robowski

Catchers: Curt Casali, Brad Davis, James McCann

Infielders: Argenis Diaz, Eugenio Suarez

Infielders/outfielders: Nick Castellanos, Don Kelly, Kevin Russo, Matt Tuiasosopo

Outfielders: Tyler Collins, Daniel Fields

Additionally, the following staff members will be in uniform at major league camp this spring: Kevin Bradshaw, Jeff Cox, Manny Crespo, Chris Cron, Bill Dancy, Joe DePastino, Leon “Bull” Durham, Bruce Fields, Jaime Garcia, Phil Nevin, Al Nipper, Dave Owen, Gerald Perry, Brian Peterson, Gene Roof and A.J. Sager. Additionally, both Willie Horton and Al Kaline will be in uniform this spring. Corey Tremble, Matt Rankin and Chris McDonald will assist the major league training staff this spring, while Chris Walter, Steve Chase, Kyle Bergman and Fred Murphy will work with the Tigers strength and conditioning coordinator Javair Gillett.

Cox has joined the Tigers organization as a baserunning consultant for the 2013 season. He will consult on baserunning at the major league level during both Spring Training and throughout various homestands during the regular season.

The first pitchers and catchers workout in Lakeland will be on February 12, while the first full squad workout will be on February 15.