Detroit Tigers vs Cleveland Indians
When ? Wednesday, September 28, 2011 – 07:05 pm
Where ? Comerica Park
Pitchers: vs McAllister vs Porcello
The Indians counter with rookie (0-1, 8.53), who was hit hard in his first two big league starts before showing improvement during a 5-4 loss to Chicago last Tuesday. The right-hander gave up two runs and six hits in 5 1/3 innings, leaving in line for the win before his bullpen faltered. Porcello (14-9, 4.76 ERA) has endured several ugly slumps this season — including a three-start stretch in August during which he posted an 11.48 ERA. The 22-year-old right-hander has been much better lately, going 3-1 with a 3.35 ERA over his last six starts. “You just embrace it,” Tuesday’s winning pitcher said. “Who knows what happens? But that’s the beauty of postseason baseball. We’re just excited to be in it.” While the ‘ has experienced mixed results this season, he seems to be settling into a groove at just the right time. AL Central champion Detroit (94-67) recorded a ninth consecutive victory over Cleveland on Tuesday, winning 9-6 behind homers from , and . Porcello, who would start a potential Game 4 of the ALDS, is 1-1 with a 6.97 ERA in four meetings with the Indians (80-81) this season. He did, however, hold them to one run and three hits in 6 1/3 innings of a 10-1 win at Cleveland on Sept. 6 in his most recent meeting. Live score and results will be available soon.. stay with us.