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Sunday, June 17, 2012  Detroit Tigers catcher Alex Avila will head to Toledo on Monday to begin his rehab assignment.

Wednesday, July 07, 2010  COURTESY: FREEP.COM -- Because he won’t need to start again for nearly two weeks because of the upcoming All-Star break, Galarraga had just been told that he’s being sent to Triple-A Toledo for one start, then will be recalled to start for the Tigers on July 20, almost two weeks from now.

Monday, June 21, 2010  The righthanded Sborz has a 1-1 record, 3.04 ERA, 15 saves and 28 strikeouts in 24 appearances with the Mud Hens.

Sunday, June 20, 2010  After going 14-9 as a 20-year-old rookie last year, Porcello is 4-7 with a 6.14 ERA this season.

Sunday, May 16, 2010  The Tigers optioned the contract of righthanded pitcher Max Scherzer and second baseman Scott Sizemore to Triple A Toledo following tonight's game.

Wednesday, May 12, 2010  The team announced the moves Wednesday before a scheduled doubleheader at home against the Yankees.

Monday, January 25, 2010  The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has outrighted the contract of infielder Jeff Larish to Triple A Toledo.

Tuesday, December 22, 2009  The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has traded catcher Dusty Ryan to the San Diego Padres for a player to be named later or cash considerations.

Tuesday, August 04, 2009  Ramirez was hitting .274 with 14 doubles, five triples, 13 home runs, 40 RBIs and 30 stolen bases in 90 games with the Mud Hens.

Saturday, July 18, 2009  The Tigers today announced the club has placed righthanded pitcher Joel Zumaya on the 15-day disabled list with right shoulder soreness.

Tuesday, April 28, 2009  The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has recalled the contract of lefthanded pitcher Clay Rapada from Triple A Toledo.

Monday, April 20, 2009  Former Central Michigan quarterback Patrick Boyd is one of nine area athletes who will be officially inducted into the Saginaw County Sports Hall of Fame on November 8, 2009.

Monday, January 26, 2009  Perez will be in major league camp with the Tigers this spring as a non-roster invitee.