It's of paramount importance the Tigers get a run or two here. The top of the heart of the order coming up for the Yankees. This will not easy to close out.

- Of the all the times Jose Valverde has come through this season, this is obviously the most pressure packed. He should be ready for it, though. Not like he isn't rested. Not like the Tigers need him to get extra outs.

- Everything that can go right is going right for the Tigers, at least so far. Like they are charmed. Fly out by Derek Jeter an example.