Big game one in the Bronx and MLB postseason picks

Two aces square off on the mound in game one of the ALDS between the Yankees and Tigers tonight. Justin Verlander, AL Triple Crown winner, had a tremendous season and the buzzword from analysts is that he has "evolved." The Tigers sure better hope so.  

Verlander's only previous postseason experience was in 2006, as a rookie, where he compiled a 5.82 ERA. The Tigers' record is 25-9 in games Verlander has started. That means without him on the mound they're 70-58, above .500 but nowhere near as successful. The next three Detroit starters will be Doug Fister, then Max Scherzer and Rick Porcello, who have 4+ ERAs. 

Yes, the Yankees have question marks with Ivan Nova and Freddy Garcia on the mound following CC Sabathia but they are not as large as Detroit's. With the plan to not use Verlander again until a potential game five, a game one win is vital to Detroit's livelihood in this series. 

MLB Postseason Picks

ALDS: Yankees in 4, Rangers in 5
NLDS: Phillies in 4, Brewers in 5

ALCS: Rangers in 5
NLCS: Brewers in 6

World Series: Brewers in 6