ATLANTA -- The Tigers took off from Detroit on Thursday night with what could best be called an open itinerary, thanks to a slew of playoff possibilities. They also carried on a determination to enjoy the ride into October baseball.
"If they don't appreciate it," manager Brad Ausmus said, "they're missing out."
Consider the possible destinations based on how the postseason picture develops by Sunday:
• They could be back at Comerica Park on Monday to make up Thursday's rainout against the Indians if it means something to the playoff race.
• They could be on the road for a week, possibly with a game every day, if they have a three-team Wild Card tiebreaker, the Wild Card game and the Division Series.