2006 World Series: Game 2

James Parker, of Dearborn, Mich., braves the inclement weather before Game 2 of the World Series between the Detroit Tigers and the St. Louis Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 22, 2006, in Detroit.

Albert Pujols stands in the on deck circle — Getty Images/Jamie Squire

The Cardinals Albert Pujols (5) stands in the on deck circle as Scott Spiezio bats against Tigers pitcher Kenny Rogers in the first inning of Game Two of the 2006 World Series, Sunday, Oct. 22, 2006, in Detroit. Pujols, the reigning N.L. MVP, was held hitless in four plate appearances.

Cardinals starting pitcher Jeff Weaver throws against the Tigers during the first inning of Game Two of the 2006 World Series, Sunday, Oct. 22, 2006, in Detroit.

Tigers Craig Monroe runs past Cardinals starting pitcher Jeff Weaver after hitting a solo home run in the first inning of Game Two of the 2006 World Series, Sunday, Oct. 22, 2006, in Detroit. Monroe gave Detroit a quick 1-0 lead, hitting Weaver's sixth pitch into the seats in left-center for his second homer in the Series and his fifth in the postseason, tying Hank Greenberg's Tigers career record.

Infielder David Eckstein (22) of the Cardinals throws over Ramon Santiago (39) of the Tigers to complete a double play during the second inning of Game Two of the 2006 World Series, Sunday, Oct. 22, 2006, in Detroit.

Tigers pitcher Kenny Rogers, left, walks past umpire Alfonso Marquez after the top of the second inning. Rogers figured in a first-inning flap regarding something noticeable on his pitching hand. It appeared to be something dirty or dark, and umpires brought Cardinals manager Tony La Russa out to the field at the end of the first for a brief discussion.

Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina tries to compose himself after being hit by foul tip in the fourth inning.

Sean Casey (21) of the Tigers hits an RBI single in the fifth inning against the Cardinals to put the Tigers up 3-0.

Tigers' Carlos Guillen singles in the seventh inning against Cardinals pitcher Randy Flores. Guillen had three hits, falling a home run short of hitting for the cycle.

Tigers relief pitcher Todd Jones bobbles a grounder hit by Cardinals Juan Encarnacion in the ninth inning. Jones was credited with an error. The Tigers defeated the Cardinals 3-1 to tie the best of seven series 1-1.