Detroit — The names on the New York Yankees aren't as readily recognizable, and sitting in last place in their division and likely missing the playoffs certainly aren't familiar positions for the organization.
But Monday against the Tigers, the Yankees flashed some of their big bats and ability to pitch.
The Tigers, despite some great pitching from Reese Olson and some brief excitement in the ninth inning, lost 4-1 in the opener of the four-game series at Comerica Park.
The only offense for the Tigers was provided by pinch-hitter Akil Baddoo in the ninth inning with his ninth homer into the grandstand in right field off Yankees relief pitcher Clay Holmes.