in 1987 Detroit won the AL East on the strength of a late surge, clinching the division in the final series versus the Blue Jays, as the Blue Jays blew a late lead, and were swept in Detroit, locking in their collapse that allowed the Tigers to reach the playoffs. the Tigers leaned on timely late scoring, late-inning scoring sequences, plus a strong bullpen show, as Toronto faded late in the season. The season is remembered for a dramatic pennant-race collapse in the AL East, as Detroit ultimately prevailed.
Friday, October.19/2012 Chuck Booth (Lead Baseball Writer): In 1987, 3 of the 4 teams that are in the 2012 MLB LCS Round also qualified back then. The Cardinals and Giants won the NL East and We…
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