MLB: Detroit 8, Kansas City 5

Justin Verlander (9-4) got the win despite giving up five runs on seven hits in six innings. He struck out 11. Fernando Rodney pitched a scoreless ninth for his 18th save.

Miguel Cabrera had a solo homer for Detroit.

Bruce Chen (0-3) took the loss after giving up seven runs on four hits with five walks in 4 2/3 innings. Chen hasn't won in the majors since Oct. 2, 2005.

David DeJesus was 3-for-5 with three RBI for Kansas City, which is just 3-5 over its last eight games.

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