Ian Kinsler’s two-out RBI single extends the Tigers lead to 3-0 in the top of the ninth.
Kinsler (2 for 4, two RBIs) recorded his eighth multi-hit game of the year, which leads the majors. He lead the league last year (61 multi-hit games).
K-Rod warming up
Tigers catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia reaches base for the third time tonight, this time by hitting a leadoff double off Royals reliever Chien-Ming Wang.
Jose Iglesias grounded out to advance Saltalamacchia to third base.
There is two out in the top of the ninth inning as the Tigers lead 2-0.