The Tigers and Royals are squaring off in the second game of their series at Comerica Park. The big story on the day is Phil Coke, who is making his first start as a Detroit Tiger.
Coke came out of the bullpen last year and was one of the top setup men in the American League. Last year Coke appeared in 74 games for the Tigers and had a 3.76 ERA with 17 holds and two saves.
The teams are currently starting the bottom of the third inning and the Tigers trail the Royals 2-0. Coke has had control issues so far, issuing three walks. Here’s the two lineups:
Tigers
1. Austin Jackson CF
2. Will Rhymes 2B
3. Magglio Ordonez DH
4. Miguel Cabrera 1B
5. Victor Martinez C
6. Ryan Raburn LF
7. Jhonny Peralta SS
8. Brandon Inge 3B
9. Casper Wells RF
Royals
1. Chris Getz 2B
2. Melky Cabrera CF
3. Alex Gordon LF
4. Billy Butler DH
5. Kila Ka’aihue 1B
6. Jeff Francoeur RF
7. Wilson Betemit 3B
8. Brayan Pena C
9. Alcides Escobar SS
Pitching for the Royals is Bruce Chen