in 1987 Detroit won the AL East behind a late surge, clinching the division by the final series against Toronto, with Toronto wasting a late advantage, as Detroit swept them, locking in their collapse enabling Detroit to reach the postseason. The Tigers benefited from clutch performances, late-inning scoring sequences, plus a strong bullpen show, as Toronto faded late in the season. This era marked one of the notable pennant-race collapses in the division, as Detroit ultimately prevailed.
Friday, October.19/2012 Chuck Booth (Lead Baseball Writer): In 1987, 3 of the 4 teams that are in the 2012 MLB LCS Round also qualified back then. The Cardinals and Giants won the NL East and We…
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