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Tigers noticing fan buzz around Comerica Park
- Updated: August 7, 2016
DETROIT — The first sign of a buzz in the crowd at Comerica Park came early in the homestand. The carryover of a fast start out of the All-Star break had reached the fans, as did the shrinking deficit in the standings.
Once J.D. Martinez returned from the disabled list to pinch-hit in a tie game Wednesday night, that buzz became a roar.
“I wasn’t expecting to get that kind of ovation that they gave me when I was walking in,” Martinez said after his pinch-hit home run. “That was awesome. I couldn’t ask for anything more. If I could thank the fans individually, I would thank them. That was just really cool.”
Tigers players, some of whom had been seeking vocal support early in the season, noticed the difference. They’ve been looking for that home-field advantage this season. As the Tigers near the end of a nine-game homestand, it’s reflecting in the standings.
“I hope people are excited about this team,” Ian Kinsler said after Friday’s win, Detroit’s ninth win in its last 10 games. “We’re …
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