Royals beat Tigers 4-3, stop 5-game slide

DETROIT (AP) - This time, the Kansas City Royals had enough hitting and pitching. Ian Kennedy pitched three-run ball into the eighth inning, and the Royals stopped a five-game slide by holding off the Detroit Tigers for a 4-3 win on Friday night. Alex Gordon had three hits for the Royals, who hit four homers in 11-8 loss in the series opener. Rosell Herrera had two hits and drove in a run.

Bill Belichick has chance to beat another former assistant

DETROIT (AP) - Bill Belichick has a chance to knock off another branch from his coaching tree. The five-time Super Bowl-winning coach has had his staff trimmed by NFL teams many times. They all hired coaches who know how Belichick and the New England Patriots operate behind closed doors, banking on them being able to duplicate the formula for success. It hasn't worked out that well.

Stewart had 2 homers, 6 RBIs as Tigers beat Royals 11-8

DETROIT (AP) - Detroit Tigers manager Ron Gardenhire watched Christin Stewart put on a show in batting practice and thought his rookie slugger might have a big night. Gardenhire got even more than he expected. Stewart hit his first career homer in the first inning, hit another home run in the second inning and drew a bases-loaded walk in the seventh as the Tigers beat the Kansas City Royals...

WATCH: Miller goes one-on-one with Michael Roberts

FOX 2's Sports Director Dan Miller caught up with Lions' tight end Michael Roberts as they prepare to host the New England Patriots.

Twins sweep 3-game series from Tigers with 8-2 win

DETROIT (AP) - Stephen Gonsalves is getting more comfortable running in from the bullpen to start a game. The Minnesota Twins, who have been experimenting with an "opening pitcher," then bringing in a primary pitcher after an inning or two, got excellent results in Wednesday's 8-2 win over the Detroit Tigers.

Lions sign CB Shead and brace for possible loss of CB Slay

ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Lions signed cornerback DeShawn Shead, a possible indication they're not certain cornerback Darius Slay will be cleared to play New England. Detroit made the move Wednesday, four days before hosting the Patriots. Slay left Sunday's loss at San Francisco with a concussion. Shead was among Detroit's cuts entering this season. He started 22 games...

WATCH: Gardenhire & Norris after 5-3 loss to Twins

DETROIT (AP) - Jake Odorizzi loves the way he's pitching. The Minnesota Twins righty only wishes he could have discovered this form in April or May, not September. In his first start after losing a no-hitter in the eighth inning against the New York Yankees, Odorizzi only allowed a check-swing single in the first six innings of a 6-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers.

No. 24 Michigan State again has to shake off an early loss

Win or lose, Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio understands the importance of moving on. That's part of the reason his program has been so successful. "I've said this before: What are you going to do after big moments? What are you going to do after you win a big game? How are you going to respond the next week?" Dantonio said Tuesday. "Same thing when we've lost a...

Michigan opens Big Ten play eyeing end to title drought

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) - Michigan is opening its Big Ten schedule with a focus on ending its 14-year conference championship drought. The 19th-ranked Wolverines (2-1) can take a small step toward their goal against Nebraska (0-2) on Saturday at home in the first conference game for both teams. "It all counts now this week, starting with Big Ten play," defensive back Tyree Kinnel said...

Lions waive Demby, release Cromartie

The Detroit Lions have waived offensive lineman Jamil Demby and released safety Marcus Cromartie from injured reserve. The Lions announced the moves Tuesday. Cromartie injured his hip during Detroit's final preseason game . Demby, a rookie who played college football at Maine, was taken in the sixth round of the draft by the Los Angeles Rams. He was awarded to the Lions via waivers last...

WATCH: Gardenhire & Zimmermann after 6-1 loss to the Twins

DETROIT (AP) - Ron Gardenhire encountered a familiar face during the pregame lineup exchange. It was his son - representing the opposing team. Toby Gardenhire is spending some time with the Twins as a coach, an opportunity made even more special Monday by the fact that Minnesota was facing Detroit. The elder Gardenhire manages the Tigers. Toby's team prevailed on this night. The Twins...

Tigers' Fulmer seeks 2nd opinion for possible meniscus issue

DETROIT (AP) - Michael Fulmer is seeking a second opinion after an MRI showed possible damage to the right-hander's meniscus. Manager Ron Gardenhire gave that update on Fulmer's status before Monday night's game against Minnesota. Fulmer was removed after five pitches Saturday at Cleveland . He tweaked his right knee trying to field a bunt attempt.

Lions fought back, but now in an even deeper hole

DETROIT (AP) - The Detroit Lions now face a different set of questions. After a blowout loss in Week 1 raised concerns about the team's tenacity and commitment level, the Lions rallied gamely Sunday at San Francisco. But a late penalty left Detroit a few points short in a 30-27 loss . The Lions certainly didn't give up, but they made too many mistakes - and now injuries are becoming a...

SportsWorks: Ryan Ermanni, Bob Wojnowski & Jamie Samuelsen

FOX 2's Ryan Ermanni was joined by Bob Wojnowski & Jamie Samuelsen Sunday night on the SportsWorks roundtable as they talked about the Lions loss to the 49ers and if they have quit on Matt Patricia.

49ers hang on to beat Lions 30-27

A blowout loss at home followed by a spirited comeback attempt by Matthew Stafford that fell just short.