Detroit Tigers
Detroit Tigers
The Detroit Tigers are a professional baseball team based in Detroit, Michigan. They compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member of the American League (AL) Central division. The team was established in 1894 and is one of the American League's eight charter franchises. The Tigers have won four World Series championships (1935, 1945, 1968, and 1984) and have claimed 11 American League pennants.
History
The Detroit Tigers were founded in 1894 as a member of the minor league Western League. When the Western League was reorganized into the American League in 1901, the Tigers became a major league team. The team played its first major league game on April 25, 1901, defeating the Milwaukee Brewers.
Early Years
The Tigers' early years were marked by the presence of Ty Cobb, one of the greatest players in baseball history. Cobb played for the Tigers from 1905 to 1926 and set numerous records, including the highest career batting average (.366). The team won three consecutive American League pennants from 1907 to 1909 but lost the World Series each time.
1930s and 1940s
The Tigers won their first World Series championship in 1935, led by players like Hank Greenberg and Charlie Gehringer. They won their second championship in 1945, defeating the Chicago Cubs in seven games.
1960s and 1980s
The Tigers' third World Series title came in 1968, a year marked by the outstanding performance of pitcher Denny McLain, who won 31 games. The team won its fourth and most recent championship in 1984, led by manager Sparky Anderson and players like Alan Trammell and Jack Morris.
Recent Years
In the 2000s, the Tigers experienced a resurgence, reaching the World Series in 2006 and 2012 but losing both times. The team has continued to be competitive in the American League Central division.
Stadium
The Tigers have played their home games at Comerica Park since 2000. Before that, they played at Tiger Stadium, which was their home from 1912 to 1999.
Notable Players
Retired Numbers
The Tigers have retired several numbers in honor of their greatest players:
- Ty Cobb - 3
- Hank Greenberg - 5
- Charlie Gehringer - 2
- Al Kaline - 6
- Willie Horton - 23
- Sparky Anderson - 11
- Alan Trammell - 3
- Jack Morris - 47
Related Pages
- Major League Baseball
- American League
- World Series
- Comerica Park
- Tiger Stadium (Detroit)
- Ty Cobb
- Hank Greenberg
- Al Kaline
- Miguel Cabrera
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