Tigers minor league report: Bruce Rondon showing consistency at Toledo
Lynn Henning | The Detroit News Comments Purchase Image Tigers prospect Bruce Rondon appears to be settling down at Triple A Toledo where he has a microscopic 0.84 ERA in 21 appearances. (Robin...
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Marvin Walberg | Scripps Howard News Service Comments Nate Robinson of the Chicago Bulls doesn't let lack of height impede his success. (Issac Baldizon/Getty Images) Suppose you are 5 feet 9 inches...
View ArticleIn photos: Ted Kulfan's top NHL free agents
Ted Kulfan | The Detroit News Comments NHL free agency begins July 5, but you wont find any franchise-changing players available. I don't think its a big free-agent market as compared to other...
View ArticleBears trade former first-round pick Gabe Carimi to Buccaneers
Andrew Seligman | Associated Press Comments Chicago has agreed to part with 2011 first-round pick tackle Gabe Carimi (72) in a trade with Tampa Bay. (Christian Petersen/Getty Images) Chicago The...
View ArticleHow to protect personal information while on vacation
Patricia Sabatini | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Comments Keep the contents of your wallet to a minimum while on the road. (istockphoto.com) Inviting an identity thief along on your summer vacation may...
View ArticleGreg Biffle says speed records could be set this weekend at MIS
David Goricki | The Detroit News Comments Greg Biffle, driver of the No. 16 3M/Manheim Auctions Ford, predicts speed records could be shattered this weekend at Michigan International Speedway, which...
View ArticleFord's Mustang to be featured in 'Need for Speed' film
Karl Henkel | The Detroit News Comments The Ford Mustang will be featured in the 'Need for Speed' film next year. (Ford Motor Co.) Ford Motor Co.s iconic Mustang pony car has appeared in more than...
View ArticleSunday's motor sports roundup: Jimmie Johnson dominates field to win at Pocono
Dan Gelston | Associated Press Comments Jimmie Johnson, driver of the No. 48 Lowe's/Kobalt Tools Chevrolet, celebrates with a burnout after winning the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Party in the Poconos...
View ArticleTeam change works well so far for Matt Kenseth
David Goricki | The Detroit News Comments Matt Kenseth, 41, came to MIS a year ago with the points lead, also announcing at that time he was ending his long relationship with Livonia-based team owner...
View ArticleHundreds view, vote on Hudson site designs
Tony Briscoe The Detroit News Comments Detroit — From ultramodern skyscrapers to urban farming, hundreds of people turned out to view and vote on designs of ideas to revamp the downtown property on...
View ArticleTigers' Austin Jackson to rehab in Toledo; return Friday 'a possibility'
Rod Beard | The Detroit News Comments Jack Parkhurst of Grand Rapids gets a high-five from Miguel Cabrera before Sunday's game. It was Photo Day at Comerica, and fans who arrived early were permitted...
View ArticleMichigan's Michael O'Neill top state player selected in baseball draft
Detroit News staff Comments Purchase Image Michigan's Patrick Biondi was a ninth-round pick by the New York Mets. (Mark Bialek/Special to the Detroit News) The University of Michigan and Michigan...
View ArticleU-M's Michael O'Neill top state player selected in baseball draft
| Detroit News staff Comments Purchase Image Michigan's Patrick Biondi was a ninth-round pick by the New York Mets. (Mark Bialek/Special to the Detroit News) The University of Michigan and Michigan...
View ArticleDon Kelly 3-run homer backs Jose Alvarez in debut win
Associated Press Comments Don Kelly is greeted at home by Prince Fielder after Kelly's three-run homer in the sixth inning Sunday. (Elizabeth Conley / Detroit News) Jose Alvarez pitched six impressive...
View ArticleTigers draft Ben Verlander
Lynn Henning | The Detroit News Comments The name Verlander has been good to the Tigers. And so they decided a repeat act might be in order Saturday when Detroit grabbed Ben Verlander, an outfielder...
View ArticleMichigan football an underdog against Ohio State, Michigan State, oddsmaker...
The Detroit News Comments Purchase Image Michigan fans shouldn't expect to celebrate after this year's game against Ohio State, according to one oddsmaker. (John T. Greilick/The Detroit News) The...
View ArticleGrand Rapids jumps out to 2-0 series lead in Calder Cup final
| The Detroit News Comments Grand Rapids Griffins defeated the host Syracuse Crunch, 6-4, Sunday in Game 2 of the American Hockey League Calder Cup finals, taking a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven...
View ArticleBrad Keselowski loses 6 points for Dover infraction
Associated Press Comments The loss of points drops Brad Keselowski, the defending Sprint Cup champion, from eighth to 10th in the standings. (Nick Wass/Associated Press) Charlotte, N.C. NASCAR...
View ArticleSaturday's motor sports roundup: Helio Castroneves gets back in winner's...
Associated Press Comments Helio Castroneves celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the IZOD IndyCar Series Firestone 550 on Saturday at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas. (Chris...
View ArticleFriday's motors roundup: Joey Logano looks to extend win streak in Iowa
| Associated Press Comments Joey Logano, driver of the No. 22 Discount Tire Ford, prepares for practice in the NASCAR Nationwide Series DuPont Pioneer 250 at Iowa Speedway Friday. (Kevin C. Cox/Getty...
View ArticleDale Earnhardt Jr. looks to get back on track at MIS
David Goricki | The Detroit News Comments Brooklyn, Mich. Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Victory Lane at Michigan International Speedway seem to be synonymous. In fact, MIS has been the only place hes won...
View ArticleCrash that killed Jason Leffler reminds NASCAR drivers of the sport's dangers
David Goricki | The Detroit News Comments Dearborn Sprint Cup drivers were reminded just how dangerous their sport is with the death of Jason Leffler on Wednesday during a dirt track crash in New...
View ArticleJimmie Johnson looks for first MIS win as Richard Petty questions his legacy
David Goricki | The Detroit News Comments Purchase Image Jimmie Johnson speaks with crew chief Chad Knaus after Friday practice. He will start 17th in Sunday's race. (Steve Perez/The Detroit News)...
View ArticleJimmie Johnson looks for first MIS win as Richard Petty questions legacy
David Goricki | The Detroit News Comments Jimmie Johnson speaks with crew chief Chad Knaus after practice at MIS on Friday. He will start 17th in Sunday's race. (Steve Perez/Detroit News) Brooklyn,...
View ArticleGreg Biffle victory leaves Jimmie Johnson baffled over bad luck at MIS
John Niyo Comments Brooklyn, Mich. On a fitful afternoon of racing full of stops and starts from start to finish this was how it had to end. The chase finally was on Sunday at Michigan...
View ArticleGreg Biffle come-from-behind victory leaves Jimmie Johnson baffled over bad...
John Niyo Comments Brooklyn, Mich. On a fitful afternoon of racing full of stops and starts from start to finish this was how it had to end. The chase finally was on Sunday at Michigan...
View ArticleMike Brudenell: NASCAR's Greg Biffle gears up for fast speeds at Pocono, MIS
Greg Biffle will get a taste of a lightning-quick repaved NASCAR track this weekend when he and fellow Sprint Cup Series drivers tackle The Tricky Triangle, otherwise known as Pocono Raceway in...
View ArticleTigers' Anibal Sanchez to miss Sunday's game
Lynn Henning | The Detroit News Comments Detroit The Tigers starting rotation has been socked with its first ailment of 2013 as Anibal Sanchez will miss Sundays start against the Indians due to a...
View ArticleKasey Kahne crashes just prior to midway point of Quicken Loans 400 race
David Goricki | The Detroit News Comments Brooklyn Kasey Kahne built a four-second lead on his Hendrick Motorsports teammates Jimmy Johnson and Dale Earnhardt Jr. at the midway point of the Quicken...
View ArticleChrysler: Price of 2014 Jeep Cherokee to start at $24,995
Bryce G. Hoffman | The Detroit News Comments Chrysler Group LLC said Monday that pricing for its all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee will start at $22,995, plus a $995 destination fee. That means the new...
View ArticleGriffins win Game 1 of Calder Cup Finals
| Detroit News staff Comments Purchase Image Gustav Nyquist, shown here with the Red Wings, scored a goal in the Grand Rapids Griffins' 3-1 victory Saturday night over Syracuse in Game 1 of the...
View ArticleJeff Gordon guesses wrong, exits race early
David Goricki | The Detroit News Comments Brooklyn, Mich. Jeff Gordons day didnt last long Sunday afternoon at Michigan International Speedway. Gordon was caught up in Bobby Labontes spin just a...
View ArticleDetroit watchmaker Shinola sells out latest offering
Michael Martinez | The Detroit News Comments Watches from Detroit manufacturer Shinola continue to fly off the (virtual) shelves. The much-heralded company posted its latest offering of 600 Runwell...
View ArticleSunday's Tigers lineup: Lefty Jose Alvarez makes MLB debut vs. Indians
The Detroit News Comments Jose Alvarez throws during a spring training game in February. (Charlie Neibergall / Associated Press) Detroit Left-hander Jose Alvarez will make his major league debut on...
View ArticleReturn of Tigers' Austin Jackson 'a possibility' Friday vs. Twins
Rod Beard | The Detroit News Comments Austin Jackson has been out much longer than the original estimate of two weeks. (Robin Buckson / Detroit News) Detroit For Tigers manager Jim Leyland, the...
View ArticleTigers' Austin Jackson to rehab in Toledo, return Friday 'a possibility'
Rod Beard | The Detroit News Comments Austin Jackson has been out much longer than the original estimate of two weeks. (Robin Buckson / Detroit News) Detroit For Tigers manager Jim Leyland, the...
View ArticleYankees draft Michigan outfielder Mike O'Neill in third round
Tony Paul | The Detroit News Comments Mike O'Neill could be trading in his maize and blue for pinstripes. The Yankees on Friday afternoon used their third-round pick to draft the Michigan junior...
View ArticleRafael Nadal wins eighth French Open, sets Grand Slam record
Steven Wine | Associated Press Comments Rafael Nadal hits a forehand return to David Ferrer in Sunday's final. (Clive Brunskill / Getty Images) Paris -- Rafael Nadal became the first man to win eight...
View ArticleVerify financial status before you move
Tara McAlister | Charlotte Observer Comments moving Your Money 6-10-13 (PhotoDisc) No one has ever said moving is fun or easy. Over the last few months Ive discovered how financially, physically and...
View ArticleFormer Lions receiver Titus Young released from jail
Josh Katzenstein | The Detroit News Comments Purchase Image CAPTION INFORMATION. Lions Titus Young sitting on the bench in the 2nd quarter. NFL Detroit Lions at Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial...
View ArticleReport: Mike Babcock will coach Team Canada in 2014 Olympics
| Detroit News staff Comments According to a report, Red Wings coach Mike Babcock will coach Canada in the 2014 Winter Olympics. (David Guralnick/Detroit News) Detroit Mike Babcock is getting his old...
View ArticleS&P boosts outlook for U.S. government debt
| Associated Press Comments New York Standard & Poors Ratings Services is boosting its outlook for U.S. government debt, citing stable government spending levels and predicting economic...
View ArticleSwedish male train drivers wear skirts to work
Comments Zoom Swedish train driver Martin Akersten poses wearing a skirt in Stockholm. Akersten says he and more than a dozen other drivers and conductors at the Roslagsbanan line have started wearing...
View ArticleGreg Biffle is repeat winner at MIS
David Goricki | The Detroit News Comments Greg Biffle, front, held off Jimmie Johnson in a late duel in the Quicken Loans 400. Johnson dropped out when he suffered a cut tire with three laps remaining....
View ArticleGreg Biffle is repeat winner at MIS, gives Ford victory No. 1,000
David Goricki | The Detroit News Comments Purchase Image Greg Biffle holds his daughter Emma next to the trophy he was awarded for winning the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Quicken Loans 400 at Michigan...
View ArticleGreg Biffle excited for return to past success at MIS
David Goricki The Detroit News Comments 'It's been a great place for me and a great track for Roush-Fenway as a whole,' said Greg Biffle, who has four Sprint Cup wins at MIS. (Tom Pennington/Getty...
View ArticleJimmie Johnson running well at MIS, seeking first win at track
David Goricki The Detroit News Comments Jimmie Johnson removes his helmet in the garage area during practice. (Chris Trotman / Getty Images) Brooklyn Six-time Sprint Cup champion Jimmie Johnson had...
View ArticleMatt Kenseth seeking first season's win at MIS this weekend
David Goricki The Detroit News Comments Matt Kenseth is looking forward to racing at the superspeedway in Brooklyn, where he's won twice before. (Chris Graythen / Getty Images) Matt Kenseth has been...
View ArticleSunday's motors roundup: Jimmie Johnson dominates field to win at Pocono
Dan Gelston | Associated Press Comments Jimmie Johnson, driver of the No. 48 Lowe's/Kobalt Tools Chevrolet, celebrates with a burnout after winning the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Party in the Poconos 400...
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