The Gambler is Back

Two starts into his return from injury, Kenny Rogers is on top of things for the Tigers already.

In two appearances, Rogers has now gone 12 innings, allowing only 1 run, while throwing 8 k's and only 1 BB. Rogers has also picked up wins in both games. Add him to the Tigers impressive starting staff and its hard not to make the Tigers World Series favorites at this early juncture.

Yesterday the Tigers mowed down Texas, staving off a sweep by the lowly Rangers. While Texas has been playing better ball as of late, thanks in large part to Kameron Loe who has been on fire, they shouldn't have been able to sweep or even take 2 from the Tigers in Comerica. Gary Sheffield had a 2 run homer and Carlos Guillen continued his hot streak with 2 more RBI to add to his impressive total up to 58 now.

Detroit will get back on track though, but their offense has a tough test coming up tonight as they face Johan Santana. Justin Verlander throws for the Tigers though so this one could be one heck of a pitcher's duel.