The Tigers have given manager Jim Leyland a two-year contract extension.
His contract now runs through the 2011 season.
"We are happy to announce a two-year contract extension for Jim Leyland today," Tigers President, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager David Dombrowski said. "Jim is an outstanding manager and he has done a great job for the Tigers. We look forward to Jim leading our club for years to come."
Detroit is 292-260 under Leyland.
Tigers' Leyland Gets Two-Year Extension