Jose Lima: “I think we have a chance because to me, the Central Division is wide open. It’s not like it used to be before. I’m glad when people pick us last, though. That’s OK. I like surprises. I think we’re going to scare some people.”
Lima’s absolutely correct in saying the Central is wide open. I think that Minnesota should win the division, but beyond that it is anyone’s guess. The mediocrity of the Central should give all Tiger fans some hope – especially with the unbalanced schedule.
Lineup notes: Mike Rivera gets the start and catcher tonight, and Jacob Cruz will be starting in place of Robert Fick in right field. If Robert can play, he’ll DH tonight, otherwise Mitch Meluskey will play.