Matt Vierling powers Tigers past Cardinals, 4-1

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Matt Vierling drove in three runs, including a two-run home run, and the host Detroit Tigers defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 4-1 on Wednesday afternoon.

Vierling, a St. Louis native, also scored twice for the Tigers, who took two of three games in the series. Detroit has won its last four series.

Colt Keith added an RBI double for the Tigers. Kenta Maeda (1-1) recorded hi