Kinsler, Verlander voted top Tigers in August

Kinsler's two-run shot 0:45 9/1/15: Ian Kinsler launches a two-run home run to left field, giving the Tigers a four-run lead in the 7th with his third RBI of the game It wasn't the goal Kinsler had in mind, though. He wants to win, and he has been trying to push teammates in the same direction.

"You try to lead by example," Kinsler said. "Hopefully it has a positive impact."

Verlander's solid startKinsler was one of the most vocal players after the July non-waiver Trade Deadline deals, saying the Tigers still had something to play for and that the season is not just four months long. His offense started turning in mid-July after a rough first half, batting .381 (24-for-63) from the All-Star…