The trip finished with a 3-2 loss in part due to a Colt Keith fielding mistake in the second inning. The Tigers start veteran Jack Flaherty (0-0, 3.18 ERA), who has begun his second stint with the club.

Here's a quick rundown of the day's highlights and lowlights:

The Detroit Tigers host their home opener against the Chicago White Sox at Comerica Park on Friday afternoon. Here's time, TV, channel and more info.

Comedian, actor and Michigan native Keegan Michael Key can add major league pitcher to his repertoire after throwing a near-perfect first pitch at Opening Day in Detroit. The star of “Key and Peele” and “Mad TV” wore a custom jersey with the number 53 as he took the mound for the ceremonial first pitch that landed squarely in the glove of Jake Rogers.

Detroit Tigers Opening Day isn’t just about baseball—it’s a major economic driver for local businesses. From packed bars to pedal pubs, downtown Detroit comes alive. I checked in with local businesses about what this day means for their bottom line.

All around downtown Detroit is expected to be buzzing with energy and hype for the annual Opening Day of Detroit Tigers baseball season.

An Opening Day free deal from Chick-fil-A is in store for fans at Comerica Park for Friday’s Detroit Tigers home opener. If the Tigers score more than five runs during the game, fans can get a free Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich.

Where to watch the Tigers' first home game of the season, plus parades, comedy shows, a David Lynch tribute and more.