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Tigers think Justin Verlander might have been tipping pitches

Cleveland – Upon further review, the Detroit Tigers think it was more likely Justin Verlander was tipping his pitches Saturday, as opposed to the Indians stealing signs.

“We used multiple signs with nobody on base and we changed the signs often,” catcher James McCann said. “It’s got to be something other than that. We’ve exhausted that side of it. Cleveland’s not the only team we do that with. There’s numerous teams that we take extra precautions with our signs.

“I wouldn’t say it was anything to do with that.”

The Indians scored nine runs off Verlander Saturday – the most he’s allowed in 355 career starts – in their 13-6 win.