Detroit Tigers score: Left-hander Framber Valdez allowed two runs in the first inning, bringing his ERA in the 1st frame to 7.36 this season.

The Tigers’ search for immediate bullpen help brought them to an old offseason target. Veteran right-hander Tyler Kinley signed a deal on Monday for the remainder of the season and jumped immediately into Detroit’s relief corps for the Tigers’ series opener against the Rays at Comerica Park.

The Detroit Tigers signed righthanded reliever Tyler Kinley, who will be active for the series opener against the Tampa Bay Rays at Comerica Park.

Jonathan Aranda homered and Drew Rasmussen gave up three hits in six strong innings as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the slumping Detroit Tigers 4-1 on Monday night. Tampa Bay had lost seven of its last 10,

Only 10 days ago, the Tigers were within striking distance of first place in the AL Central. Now they’re closer to last place than they are to first.

The bat has been talked about all season with Kevin McGonigle. But his glove and arm definitely play at this level, as well.