The Tigers bullpen was a key to their success last season, but so far in 3 games has been largely ineffective. Detroit's relievers have given up 11 runs in the Tigs' 1-2 start. Tonight, 40-year-old Jose Mesa got rocked in his debut after missing two games because of a suspension. He gave up a double, triple and single to take the loss in the 3-1 setback in Kansas City.
Detroit was 9-0 in KC last year.
Justin Verlander only gave up two hits and an unearned run in six innings for the Tigers, but struggled with his control. He gave up five walks, all during a two inning span. Most of the trouble came with his curveball, which seems to be the problem he had in spring training. The good news is there's no trouble with his velocity; he hit 100 a few times and was in the high 90s when he needed to dial it up.
The Tigers bats were also ineffective tonight against Jorge DeLaRosa, he of the 5.88 career ERA. Of course, it was a brutal night for hitting -- windy and cold.
Hopefully, Detroit will heat up with the weather.
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