Though the final result didn't agree with the Tigers, they had to be encouraged by the gutsy outing of starting pitcher Max Scherzer, who got out of a couple of key jams.

The Rangers' 11-inning victory over the Tigers in Game 2 of the ALCS only came to fruition after both clubs dug themselves out of serious jams in the ninth inning.

A sinking line drive that found the outfield grass at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington set the stage for Nelson Cruz to enter the history books by belting the first official walk-off grand slam in postseason play.

Scott Feldman didn't get the win or save on Monday in the Rangers' 7-3, 11-inning victory over the Tigers. But the right-hander certainly saved the day for Texas — and perhaps the next few days for his bullpen.

In the 11th inning of the Rangers' dramatic 7-3 Game 2 win in the American League Championship Series against the Detroit Tigers on Monday, Michael Young provided an explanation for why he has so often been trumpeted as one of the most patient hitters in all of baseball.

Doug Fister — starting Game 3 of the American League Championship Series against the Rangers at 8:05 p.m. ET on Tuesday — has far exceeded expectations with a bulldog approach that belies his lack of playoff experience.

Tigers designated hitter Victor Martinez appeared to be hit on the right foot by a third-inning Derek Holland pitch in what turned into a controversial moment in Game 2 of the American League Championship Series on Monday.

Commissioner of Baseball Bud Selig said Monday night that the fact not a single one of the four teams remaining in postseason play was among the game's biggest spenders demonstrates that MLB's economic policies are functioning as planned.

Nelson Cruz, batting with no outs, hit a grand slam in the bottom of the 11th inning to give the Rangers a dramatic 7-3 victory over the Tigers in Game 2 of the American League Championship Series.

Mike Kilar barely remembered hearing anything while making his way to the mound before throwing out the ceremonial first pitch prior to Monday's Game 2 of the National League Championship Series. Instead, Kilar was too busy thinking about the memory of his son, Treyton.

Braves outfielder Jason Heyward will move past a frustrating 2011 with the peace of mind gained from the latest of his MRI exams that showed no structural damage around his right shoulder.

Something that was expected as the 2011 season came to an end is on the verge of becoming reality. The Reds are now definitely preparing left-handed pitcher Aroldis Chapman to be a starter in 2012.

Speculation has been brewing that the Reds would consider trading first baseman Joey Votto, or at least listen to offers, as his salary escalates toward his free-agent eligibility. Reds general manager Walt Jocketty poured water on that Hot Stove fire on Monday.

Tigers manager Jim Leyland watched Magglio Ordonez moving around more like his old self in recent weeks and thought Ordonez had a chance for a good stretch run.

A day after manager Jim Leyland said he had to discuss what to do about the team's starter for Game 4 of the American League Championship Series, he erased any speculation about Justin Verlander possibly starting on short rest.

Injured Tigers reliever Joel Zumaya, former Tigers great Darrell Evans and Motown legend Aretha Franklin will be the headliners in pregame ceremonies Tuesday night when the American League Championship Series heads to Detroit for Game 3 at Comerica Park.

Postseason legend Jack Morris and former outfielder Darryl Hamilton are working as analysts for the MLB.com Postseason pregame show, which airs two hours before the first game of the day.