Charlie Morton strikes out 5 over 6 innings
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mlive on MSNTigers’ lineup for Charlie Morton’s debut start on Sunday night
Matt Vierling will lead for the Detroit Tigers on Sunday night in Philadelphia. The Tigers (65-47) and Phillies (62-48) have split the first two games of the series and will play the rubber match in a nationally televised game at 7:10 p.m. at Citizens Bank Park.
The 41-year-old Morton, pairing a firm four-seam fastball with his signature curveball, was outstanding. He allowed a run on four hits with six strikeouts.
Charlie Morton’s turnaround is complete, at least as far as the Orioles are concerned. Baltimore traded Morton and cash to the Detroit Tigers on Thursday for left-handed pitching prospect Micah ...