At LECOM Park, Bradenton, Fla.
What happened: The Detroit Tigers lost to the Pirates, 5-4.
Starting off: Anibal Sanchez threw six no-hit inning for his third consecutive strong outing since making a mechanical adjustment. He’s battling with lefty Matt Boyd (no walks, 21 strikeouts in 21 2/3 innings innings) to be the team’s fifth starter. Sanchez could also used in long relief. He struck out six and allowed one walk against the Pirates. Sanchez has allowed two hits and struck out 16 over 14 straight scoreless innings.