These three Detroit Tigers players need to step up their performance against the Cleveland Guardians after a tough series vs. the Houston Astros.

Former Detroit Tiger and three-time Cy Young winner Justin Verlander was left off Houston's 26-man roster and is instead listed on its tax squad. The 41-year-old, who is a future hall-of-famer, has struggled this season since coming back from injury, posting a 5.48 ERA and a 5-6 record in 17 appearances this year.

The Detroit Tigers are back in the postseason for the first time since 2014, and The Detroit News has you covered. Here is what we've had for the American League Wild Card Series against the Houston Astros.