Jun 28, 2011; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander (35) and catcher Alex Avila (13) stand with Tigers owner Mike Ilitch before the game against the New York Mets at Comerica Park. Ilitch presented the players with plaques commemorating Verlander's no hitter against the Toronto Blue Jays on May 7, 2011.; Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski