Tigers offense rocks Royals.
Gerarld, Curtis, Magglio all go deep as the Tigers smoked the Royals 9-1. Zach Miner was OK, not great, but got through 5 innings for the win.
The bullpen was nearly flawless, including the return of Joel Zumaya. He came in throwing heat, gave up 2 hits in the 9th but did not allow anybody to score. It was nice to see Joel out there on the mound in a big league game doing what he does again. Very good sign indeed. Think of having him, Ryan Perry and Fernando Rodney all at the backend of the bullpen. It could be fantastic. It could mean squeezing Brandon Lyon's role down to next to nothing, which would be a good thing.
This was a big win for the Tigers as they now have a chance to win the series when Armando pitches on Sunday afternoon. I like their chances.
Grades:
Pitching: A-. Miner was good. Bullen (Seay, Lyon, Robertson, Zumaya did not allow a run).
Defense: C. Still not perfect.
Offense: A. Big hits all around.
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