Former Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander reflects on the many memorable moments he had at Comerica Park, May 13, 2019. Jeff Seidel, Detroit Free Press Columnist
In Toledo, catcher Jake Rogers — part of the Aug. 31, 2017 trade that sent right-hander Justin Verlander to Houston — made his debut with Triple-A Toledo.
Rogers was promoted to the Mud Hens on Monday after hitting .302 with five home runs and 21 RBIs in 27 games with Double-A Erie.
“It’s crazy,” Rogers said, in a conference call with reporters on Tuesday afternoon. “It’s great. Just climbing that ladder means everything.