DETROIT -- Michael Fulmer is still developing, but Saturday's performance was an indication of what the Detroit Tigers have in him for the foreseeable future. Not only did he shut down the Tampa Bay Rays with ease, he displayed an ability to wiggle out of trouble without so much as a flinch. And if he's to remain in Detroit, a work-in-progress changeup is the key to his success.
"It's going to be enormous for him," manager Brad Ausmus said after the game. "As a starter, if he's going to be a starting pitcher longterm, I think the changeup or some other pitch like it is going to be very important for him against left-handed hitters.