Tigers Minor League Wrap – May 1st

Toledo 6, Indianapolis 1
Roman Colon made his first start and pitched 3 innings of one hit ball. Matt Mantei pitched two innings and allowed only one hit while striking out two. He could be close to joining the Detroit bullpen. Chris Spurling pitched 1 1/3 innings for the save. Jack Hannahan drew 4 walks to lead the offense.

Altoona 5, Erie 1
Erie only managed 3 hits, the biggest being a triple from Crhis Maples. Preston Larrison lasted 7 innings, but he gave up 10 hits and only struck out two.

Clearwater 8, Lakeland 1
Clete Thomas picked up two hits, and three strikeouts. Jeff Frazier added a double, while Jeff Larish was 0 for 4. Lance Davis took the loss giving up 5 runs in 4 1/3 innings. Josh Rainwater was ineffective in relief allowing 7 hits and 3 runs in 3 2/3 innings.

West Michigan 9, Wisconsin 4 (First Game)
Matt Joyce and Wil Rhymes each doubled twice while Justin Justice added a double and a triple.

West Michigan 3, Wisconsin 4 (2nd Game)
Cameron Maybin was 2 for 4, as was Ryan Roberson. Sendy Vazquez gave up 4 runs (2 earned) in 4 innings to take the loss. He did fan 5 batters.