1966 Detroit Tigers

1966 Detroit Tigers / Franchise: Detroit Tigers / BR Team Page

Record: 88-74, Finished 3rd in American League (1966 AL)

Managed by Chuck Dressen (16-10), Bob Swift (32-25) and Frank Skaff (40-39)

Coaches: Pat Mullin, Stubby Overmire, Mike Roarke, Frank Skaff and Bob Swift

Ballpark: Tiger Stadium

History, Comments, Contributions

The 1966 Detroit Tigers lost two managers during the course of the year. Chuck Dressen suffered a heart attack on May 16th and was replaced by coach Bob Swift. Dressen died three months later. In July, Swift was hospitalized and replaced by coach Frank Skaff. Swift was diagnosed with lung cancer and died on October 16th.

Awards and Honors

• All-Stars: Norm Cash, Bill Freehan, Al Kaline, Dick McAuliffe and Denny McLain
• AL Gold Glove: Bill Freehan (C) and Al Kaline (OF)

Standings

American League	W	L	Pct.	GB
Baltimore Orioles	97	63	.606	--
Minnesota Twins	89	73	.549	9
Detroit Tigers	88	74	.543	10
Chicago White Sox	83	79	.512	15
Cleveland Indians	81	81	.500	17
California Angels	80	82	.494	18
Kansas City Athletics	74	86	.463	23
Washington Senators	71	88	.447	25.5
Boston Red Sox	72	90	.444	26
New York Yankees	70	89	.440	26.5