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Postseason prep work? Melton measures up in debut out of Tigers' bullpen
The not-so-secret weapon of the Tigers’ Trade Deadline dealings warmed up in the bullpen on Tuesday night, waiting for his opportunity. Manager A.J. Hinch held off on the move for four days, a reflect
Detroit Tigers' Troy Melton makes MLB debut, gives up 6 runs in 6-1 loss to Pirates
Rookie right-hander Troy Melton gave up a grand slam in the 2nd inning as the Tigers lost to the Bucs, 6-1, for a 3-game sweep.
Detroit Tigers prospect Troy Melton to start Wednesday vs Pirates for MLB debut
For Triple-A Toledo, Detroit Tigers right-hander Troy Melton posted a 2.72 ERA with nine walks and 56 strikeouts across 36⅓ innings in eight games.
Tigers' Troy Melton Opens Up About Shaky MLB Debut Against Pirates
When the Detroit Tigers took the field against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday afternoon, it was more than just a momentous occasion.
Tigers' Troy Melton: Successful bullpen debut
After making two starts for the Tigers to begin his MLB career, Melton shifted to the bullpen for the first time Tuesday and didn't skip a beat. The rookie righty was moved to a relief role after Detroit added veterans Chris Paddack and Charlie Morton to its rotation before the trade deadline to supplement the trio of Tarik Skubal,
From rotation to relief: Troy Melton settling into new Tigers role
Detroit Tigers rookie right-hander Troy Melton finally made his bullpen debut Tuesday night, throwing two scoreless innings against the Minnesota Twins. He might have gotten a third inning if not for a lengthy delay when home plate umpire Chad Fairchild exited in the seventh inning after taking a foul tip off the mask.
Tigers' Troy Melton among Baseball America's 10 biggest breakout pitching prospects
Troy Melton is proving quickly to be a key piece of the Detroit Tigers' pitching staff following a July promotion.
Backpack and a bottle: Tarik Skubal's gifts to Detroit Tigers rookie Troy Melton
A $3,000 backpack.Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning. It was a veteran taking care of a rookie. The Louis Vuitton transaction occurred ...
Detroit Tigers prospect Troy Melton joins starting rotation, replacing Keider Montero
The Detroit Tigers officially added Troy Melton to the five-man rotation when they optioned fellow right-hander Keider ...
Tigers' Troy Melton: Earns second win
Melton (2-1) allowed one run on two hits across 3.1 innings of relief to earn the win Friday against the Angels. He struck out two.
Detroit Tigers' Troy Melton stranger to bullpen but embraces new role after trade deadline
The Detroit Tigers moved rookie right-hander Troy Melton to the bullpen after acquiring 41-year-old starter Charlie Morton ...
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Tigers rookie pitcher notches first career win in starring home debut
After being a driving force for the Tigers’ victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks Monday night, Melton’s home debut was about ...
Troy Melton throws 7 scoreless innings in 2nd career start as Tigers beat Diamondbacks 5-1
Rookie Troy Melton pitched seven scoreless innings in his second career start, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Arizona ...
Troy Melton shines as Detroit Tigers tag Eduardo Rodríguez in 5-1 win vs. Diamondbacks
The Tigers rode Troy Melton's performance to a 5-1 win over the Diamondbacks to open a three-game series at Comerica Park.
'Impressive night': Melton calm, cool in second big-league start as Tigers defeat Diamondbacks
On a day right-handed starter Reese Olson (shoulder) was lost for the rest of the season and veteran Chris Paddack was ...