Tigers Move Up Weeknight Home Start Times

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The Detroit Tigers have announced new start times for weeknight home games.

According to a release, Tigers weeknight home games will start at 6:40 p.m. That change was made following feedback from fans, baseball operations, TV rightsholders and more.

Opening Day is scheduled for Thursday, April 6 against the Boston Red Sox. The game is presented by Rocket Mortgage. This season will also honor Miguel Cabrera. It will mark his final season in the MLB.

Get to Know the Detroit Lions Cheerleaders

The Detroit Lions had a fantastic season. They almost made the playoffs and beat the Green Bay Packers twice, which is pretty awesome.

The talented cheerleaders should get some credit for helping cheer the Lions to victory. Check out the current team captains below and view 2022-23 season Detroit Lions cheerleader photos, too!

Alison S. - Captain

Her proudest moment is "being announced as a Detroit Lions Cheerleader my rookie season."

https://www.detroitlions.com/cheerleaders/roster/alison-s

Micah - Captain

Her proudest moment is "being named the 2021 NFL Pro Bowl Representative."

https://www.detroitlions.com/cheerleaders/roster/micah

Mackenzie M. - Captain

Her proudest moment is "helping one of my best friends (DLC Alumnae) through the labor and delivery of her beautiful baby girl."

https://www.detroitlions.com/cheerleaders/roster/mackenzie-m

Kendall C. - Captain

Her proudest moment is "adopting my first rescue dog.."

https://www.detroitlions.com/cheerleaders/roster/kendall-c

Courtney - Captain

Her proudest moment is "becoming a Detroit Lions Cheerleader!"

https://www.detroitlions.com/cheerleaders/roster/courtney

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