Six-run first inning propels Tigers past Rockies

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Trey Sweeney blasted a three-run homer to cap a six-run first inning as the host Detroit Tigers extended their winning streak to four games by defeating the Colorado Rockies 7-4 on Wednesday.

Kerry Carpenter supplied four hits, scored a run and drove in another for the Tigers (75-71). Riley Greene added two hits, including a solo homer, and knocked in two runs.

Tyler Holton (6-1