Dontrelle Willis, who looked horrible in spring training had the worst 5 innings of no-hit ball I’ve ever seen. I didn’t even realize he had a no hitter going since he walked every other batter. He’s got a very unorthodox delivery, and it looks like hitters have him somewhat figured out. He’s having control issues [...]

Make that 0-4 as the Tigers drop the first against The White Sox. This is their worst start since the season we don’t speak of.
Tigers lose 8-5, what more is there to say? Where is Chet Lemon when we need him?

Blah.
Inge homered.
There’s the highlights.
0-3 to start this magical season. Granderson is missed, and now Sheffield has a torn tendon in his finger. Cabrera didn’t even play because of an injured quad. Next up – Chicago. If we can’t beat the Royals, what are we going to do against the White Sox, with a less healthy [...]

Wow. Murderers Row part deux is not exactly off to a great start. Brian Bannister gave up 2 hits through 7 innings, striking out 4. In fact – Edgar Renteria was the only Tiger to get a hit all day, as they got shut out 4-0.
0-2 to start the season? Against KC? WTF?

Welp – it was a helluva game.
Overall, it was an adequate start to the season. Adequate because it was a good game, if you’re a fan of the sport. 11 innings is always good. It’s like getting extra wings on your plate for the same price. Of course if they make you sick, you’ll regret [...]