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Pat Caputo: Drama And Tension Made Tigers' Victory More 'Wonderful'

The first inning didn't go well for Justin Verlander Monday night.

He began Game 3 of the American League Divisional Series against the New York Yankees by allowing two runs.

The Tigers came back to take a 4-2 lead.

As the game moved forward, Verlander reverted back to form and became every bit the best pitcher in baseball. He routinely threw 100 mph fastballs. He consistently finished off some of the best hitters in the game by dropping breaking balls into the zone for called strike three.

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