DJC Morning Drive: Detroit Sports Links and Scores

May 13, 2013; Detroit, MI, USA; Fan holds a ball before the game between the Detroit Tigers and the Houston Astros at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

Now that the Detroit Tigers have our full attention they seem to be struggling a bit. The Red Wings begin a critical offseason. The Detroit Pistons are closing in on their coach and The Lions are evaluating their roster.  All this and more Detroit Sports in the DJC Morning Drive.

Detroit Tigers 2   Baltimore Orioles 4

The Tiger dropped the weekend series losing another close game to the Orioles. Phil Coke let down Rick Porcello by failing to strand his two inherited runners in the 7th inning. Meanwhile the Tigers could only manage 2 runs as the offensive inconsistency continues.

Detroit Pistons Interview Mo Cheeks x3 via Freep.com

"The Detroit Pistons are inching closer to hiring a coach. Oklahoma City Thunder assistant coach Maurice Cheeks has emerged as a strong candidate — he had a third interview this past weekend. It was his first trip to the Detroit area to discuss the job. The first contact came several weeks ago via a phone interview."

Pistons Impacted By Clippers Coaching Search via Clip Nation

"While Cheeks hasn’t been linked seriously to any jobs besides the Pistons, McMillan’s name had been linked to the Milwaukee Bucks and Seattle Supersonics resurgence prior to being linked to the Clippers. While McMillan’s name is thought to be a top Pistons’ President/GMJoe Dumars‘ list of candidates, McMillan may be holding out to see if he can land a more “ready made” roster (such as the Clippers) before agreeing to come on as the Pistons head coach."

Stafford Says Offensive Line Is Talented via Hertige Newspapers

"For good reason, Matthew Stafford should be the most concerned about the quality of the offensive line play. Even though this season’s version will be younger and less experienced, the Detroit Lions quarterback remains confident. “I don’t expect a big change. I don’t expect any kind of a drop-off,’’ Stafford said. “I think we are extremely talented up front.’’"

Detroit Red Wings Free Agents via Octopus Thrower.com

"After a break out season in the 2011-12 season, which saw Filppula put up 66 points, this year was a disappointment. He was still a very good defensive player though, in Round One he was tasked with shutting down the Perry-Getzlaf-Ryan line, which he did very well and he wins over 50% of his faceoffs."