Detroit Metro Tigers Baseball

Tigers defeat Jet Box 4 to 3

2008-06-19T14:58:00.002-05:00

After a rough first inning, Lyle Dougherty settled down to pitch a great game. Chris Skalski and Chris Cerchie closed the door on the Jet Box offense. The offense, which did a little of everything, scored 4 runs on a home run and some timely small ball. Josh Masden went 2 for 2 with 2 walks and Adam Lipski hit a home run in the win. The Tiger defense was also on it's game, giving the pitching staff some quality support.

Tigers Defeat the Stars

2008-05-29T22:36:00.002-05:00

Behind some great pitching from Chris Czubak, Josh Johnson and Chris Cerchie, the Tigers held the Windsor Stars to 1 run in 7 innings. The Tigers offense got some timely hitting from Ryan Kottke, Nick Demers and Bob Walmsley to drive in the 4 runs for the Tigers. Adam Lipski scored two of the 4 Tiger runs.

Tigers Win Reitz Invite

2008-05-27T09:14:00.002-05:00

The Tigers went into the Reitz Invitational in Manistee with high hopes. They did not disappoint. With an offensive explosion in game 1 against the Manistee Saints and in game 2 against the Southroyal Royals the Tigers looked good going into game 3. Game 3 proved to be a struggle against the Mt. Pleasant Naked Bats ball club. But the Tigers went ahead late in the game and then held on, getting the final out in the bottom of the 7th with the bases loaded as the Tigers defeated Naked Bats 6 to 5.

Tigers compete in Manistee Tournament

2008-05-22T17:19:00.002-05:00

Rietz Park Invitational Tournament
Game Schedule

Saturday, May 24

11 a.m. Mt Pleasant vs Strathroy

2 p.m. Manistee vs Strathroy
5 p.m. Manistee vs Detroit

Sunday, May 25

11 a.m. Strathroy vs Detroit

2 p.m Mt Pleasant vs Detroit
5 p.m. Mt Pleasant vs Manistee

The Tigers open against the always tough Manistee Saints. Then they play the Strathroy Royals from Canada and finish against former Tiger Derek Bonds Mt. Pleasant team.

Dougherty throws a no-hitter

2008-05-10T19:11:00.002-05:00

The Tigers beat a young yet tough Windsor Selects team today 3 to 0. The story of the game was Lyle Dougherty. Lyle threw a complete game shut out allowing 2 walks, zero runs and zero hits. The offense was led by captains Nick Demers, 2 for 3 with a double and an RBI, and Josh Masden, 1 for 2 with a double and a walk. Mark Pauwels, 1 for 3 with a run and SB, and John Valentine, 1 for 3, helped the offensive attack.

Tigers go down to WAA

2008-05-09T21:08:00.002-05:00

Great pitching from Steve Schypanski was lost as the Tigers bats failed to hit and the defense had 4 errors in a 2 to 1 loss to WAA in game one of the 2008 season. The Tigers only mustered up two hits, a double off the wall from Steve Mahlmeister and a home run from John Valentine. Schypanski gave up 1 unearned run in 5 2/3 innings pitched, 2 hits and had 8 strike outs.

Tigers Tie in Exhibition Game

2008-05-06T21:10:00.003-05:00

The Tigers tied in their exhibition game against Strathroy Royals on Sunday, May 4th. Brandon Teenier, Steve Schypinski, Chris Cerchie, Matt Fitzgibbon and Tim Bebber pitched well on the mound. The offense was led by Mark Pauwels and John Valentine. The Tigers open up against the Can-Am playoff champion Tecumseh Thunder on Wednesday, May 7.

Masojc Joins Tigers

2008-03-28T20:52:00.002-05:00

Andrew Masojc, Kansas Wesleyan 'o7, joins the Metro Tigers for the 2008 season. Andrew joins the Tigers after playing the 2007 season with the WAA of the Can-Am league. Andrew was a stand out player for WAA last year, playing an excellent third base for WAA as well as being one of the best closers in the Can-Am league last year. "We pick up Andrew to play with us in a NABF regional last year and Andrew did an excellent job for us playing 3rd base as well as being a closer. The coaching staff was very impressed with Andrew and when we found out he was looking for another team to play with in 2008, we got in contact with Andrew about playing with the Tigers. Josh Masden, Tigers co-captain, did an excellent job of talking to Andrew and getting him on board with the Tigers for 2008. Andrew is an exceptional talent and he will really solidify our infield and relief pitching." says coach Kosmerick.

2008 Schedule

2008-03-22T22:49:00.002-05:00

The 2008 Metro Tiger schedule is now out. First game is May 7th against the defending Can-Am playoff champions the Tecumseh Thunder. The schedule, as it is every year, is very competitive and will test the Tigers day in and day out. This years schedule is highlighted by tournament appearances in the always challenging Rick Wiseman tournament as well as in the NSPBA World Series and the NSBC World Series.

Bob Walmsley returns

2008-03-05T16:56:00.002-05:00

Bobby Walmsley, currently the starting catcher at Grand Valley State University, returns to play with the Tigers in 2008. "Bobby has been a catcher with the Tigers since 2005. Bobby is a very talented player who provides the Tigers with a quality player behind the plate. The team is very happy to have Bobby returning in 2008", says coach Kosmerick.

Raj Returns

2008-03-05T16:45:00.002-05:00

Brad Raj, one of the top pitchers for the Tigers in 2007, is returning to play with the Tigers in 2008. Raj is currently a soph. at Grand Valley State University where he is a standout pitcher and third baseman. The coaching staff and captains for the Tigers all welcome Brad back for 2008. "Brad is a very talented ball player who will continue to improve. But above all this, Brad is a great person who makes the players around him better on and off the field. The Tigers team is very pleased to have Brad back for 2008", says coach Kosmerick.

Cerchie Joins Tigers

2008-03-05T16:01:00.002-05:00

Chris Cerchie, formally of the Windsor Athletics, has joined the Tigers for the 2008 season. Chris is a right handed pitcher who graduated from Niagara University in 2005. With the Windsor A's in 2007, Chris had an ERA of 1.56. "Chris was one of the best pitchers in the Can-Am league last summer. The Tigers picked up Chris for two tournaments last year and he did very well for us. We are pleased to add Cerchie to our pitching rotation for 2008. To add a pitcher of his caliber to our team helps solidify our staff and really helps our team keep pace with the other top organizations in the Can-Am league", says coach Kosmerick.

Former Tigers - Update

2008-01-29T14:27:00.001-05:00

Two former Detroit Metro Tigers are currently signed to play pro ball this spring with the same team. Matt Dillard (Tigers 2006) and Ryan Kottke (Tigers 2006) are both set to play with the Traverse City Beach Bums of the Frontier League in 2008. DIllard is a hard throwing relief pitcher who played briefly with the Bums in 2007. Kottke is a solid defensive catcher who played in the United League last year. Both players should be welcomed additions to the Beach Bums roster. The Metro Tigers wish both players the best.

Former Tigers Set To Return

2008-01-19T22:57:00.000-05:00

Two Tigers are set to return to the team in 2008. One is the lefty #29 and the other is #17, as left handed hitter. More to come in the coming weeks.

Tigers Sign Left Handed Pitcher

2008-01-18T10:17:00.000-05:00

The Tigers announce today that they have signed Steve Schypinski, left handed pitcher, from Macomb Community College for the summer season. Steve is a quality pitcher who has good movement and a variety of pitches. Steve is a welcomed addition to the Tigers pitching staff.

Tigers Sign Infielder

2008-01-15T08:28:00.000-05:00

The Tigers today signed infielder Steve Vanderheyde from Adrian College. Steve is a solid fielder who adds to the Tigers defensive infield. On the offensive side, Steve is a high average hitter who gets on base and makes things happen. The Tigers welcome Steve to the team.

Tigers Sign Outfielder

2008-01-10T17:57:00.000-05:00

The Tigers today signed outfielder Mike D'Agnese from Hillsdale University. Mike is a freshman who is a solid fielder with excellent speed and a very good arm. At the plate, Mike gives the Tigers a solid bat with some good power.

Updated Training

2008-01-06T15:10:00.000-05:00

Please note the tryout/training changes.

We are now going to practice on Sundays, starting January 13 at 11AM. Note the time change. It's now 11AM.
We also are going to practice on Tuesday nights starting January 15. Time on Tuesday is 9PM until 10PM.

Total cost for all of this is $65. If you are unable to pay upfront, then the cost is $8 per session.

FYI, Sunday's practice and for all the indoor practices, we will be at Batter Up Sports. For more information on Batter Up Sports and location, go to their website at:

www.batterupsports.net

Tigers sign 2 more for 2008

2008-01-04T09:33:00.000-05:00

The Tigers sign 2 more players for 2008, Dan Delamielleure and Tim Parent. Dan is a right handed pitcher and infielder formally from Grand Valley State. Dan provides the team with a quality arm on the mound. He also is very solid defensively and has a very good bat who can hit at the top or the bottom of the lineup. Tim is a left handed pitcher from Adrian. Tim is a solid pitcher who should compete for time at the top of the Tigers rotation.

Tigers 2008 Training

2008-01-03T11:24:00.000-05:00

2008 Detroit Metro Tigers training will begin January 13 at 11:00 am. Location will be at Batter Up Sports. For location and more information, check out there web site at www.batterupsports.net. The Tigers will practice every Sunday at 11 am. Additional practices will be on Tuesday from 9 to 10 pm, also at Batter Up Sports.

Updated Website

2008-01-03T11:22:00.000-05:00

Updated Website is on the way. The new 2008 Detroit Metro Tigers website should be up and running on January 13.

Tigers sign 3

2008-01-03T11:12:00.000-05:00

With the start of 2008, the Detroit Metro Tigers announce the signing of 3 new players, pitcher Jacob Sponsler, infielder Pat Giordano and outfielder David Duva. Jacob comes to the Tigers from Battle Creek Del Seat. While with Del Seat, Jacob helped guide the team to a 2006 World Series runner-up finish. Pat Giordano comes to the Tigers after a year with the Pontiac Parkers. Pat helped guide the Parkers to a NABF Regional birth in 2007. David Duva comes to the Tigers after a stint with the Pontiac Bobcats. All three players are welcomed additions to the Tigers roster.