Game 136: Record 75-61

Double wow. EJ pitches his butt off and Inge with the big hit.

Two straight sweeps of 3 game series for the Tigers. Very impressive as they open up a 7 game lead on the Twins in the AL Central. Things are looking promising for the postseason, but there is still a long ways to go.

This game was highlighted by Edwin giving up a couple of early runs and then just locking down the Rays and getting 8 complete innings in the books. It was also highlighted by the youngster Wade Davis of the Rays pitching 7 strong, impressive innings only to have his bullpen let him down.

But THE highlight was the top of the 9th inning. The walks by Miguel and Marcus were huge and often overlooked parts of that rally. Then the base hit by Magglio as well as the decision to hold the runner at 3rd by Gene Lamont, instead of risking a huge out at the plate. This setup Brandon Inge with the bases loaded. We know he went deep for a grand slam to win the game. But did you know it was on a 1-2 count? To put that kind of swing with two strikes makes it more impressive.

Great win. They get Monday off and start a series against the lowly Royals on Tuesday. Lets keep it rolling on our way to the AL Central title.