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DETROIT -- Jhonny Peralta is trying to make the most of a second chance with the Detroit Tigers that was far from guaranteed. The Detroit portion of Peraltas career looked like it might be over when he was suspended 50 games on Aug. 5 following Major League Baseballs investigation of the Biogenesis of America anti-aging clinic. Despite the long layoff, hes been able to contribute in the post-season, saving the Tigers with a big home run in the division series and adding needed power to the lineup. Peraltas return has raised the usual questions about doping in baseball and whether his punishment was harsh enough. The Tigers are happy to have him back, whether hes at shortstop or in the outfield. "I think I have a new life, a new opportunity," Peralta said. "Its important, how Detroit gave me the opportunity to come back here. I appreciate everything." Peralta was in the middle of a fine season when his suspension began. The Tigers had anticipated his absence, acquiring smooth-fielding shortstop Jose Iglesias from Boston shortly before the suspension. Eligible for free agency after the World Series, Peralta returned for a three-game series at the Miami Marlins as Detroit closed the regular season. That didnt leave him much time to prepare for any playoff games. He had gone to the Dominican Republic to try to stay in shape during the suspension, then spent some time in the instructional league. As they closed in on their third straight AL Central title, the Tigers said theyd give Peralta a chance to earn a spot on the post-season roster. Because Iglesias had impressed as the new shortstop, Detroit said Peralta would have to learn to play left field. "It was a cram course," said manager Jim Leyland, who has used Peralta at shortstop and left field during these playoffs. "I dont know how this is happening. Im not sure hes totally comfortable in left field yet. Id be lying if I said I was totally comfortable with him in left field yet." But with Miguel Cabrera hobbled and Prince Fielder struggling, the Tigers have needed offence in this post-season, and Peralta has provided it. In Game 4 of the AL division series against Oakland, Detroit trailed 3-0 and was facing elimination when Peralta connected for a three-run homer in the fifth inning -- perhaps the biggest swing of the playoffs for the Tigers so far. Detroit went on to win that series in five games. Now the Tigers trail the AL championship series 3-2, with Game 6 at Boston set for Saturday. Peraltas RBI single brought home the only run of Game 1 against the Red Sox. Hes hitting .367 this post-season, with four doubles to go along with that big home run. "Instructional league I think helped," Peralta said. "They really have good pitching over there. They throw hard, and they throw everywhere." Peralta has been the target of derisive chants from opposing fans -- par for the course for a high-profile player implicated in a drug investigation. The San Francisco Giants did not bring back Melky Cabrera last year after his suspension. They ended up winning the World Series without him. The Tigers chose a different course, not feeling any obligation to add more punitive measures once Peralta had served his ban. "I think the majority of the club felt that he handled it as well as he possibly could. He made a mistake, he admitted he made a mistake, he apologized, he worked hard to get back," general manager Dave Dombrowski said. "He paid his due, he paid his penalty, and who am I or who are we to really enforce more?" Now Peralta is doing his best to make up for lost time. "I try to be positive and try to help our team," he said. "And try to win games every day." David Beckham Jersey . 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Huntington doesnt want to help run the club unless Hurdle is in the dugout. The combination thats returned the franchise to respectability will remain intact for years to come.Wayne Mardle dusted off his darts and returned to the oche last weekend for an exhibition match against Peter ‘Snakebite’ Wright – but how did he get on? Sky Live: PL Darts All the details about arrows in Sheffield Sky Sports expert Mardle can be found on commentary duty these days - Premier League Darts is live on Thursday at 7pm on Sky Sports 2 HD - but dont forget hes no stranger to the oche himself. The former World Championship semi-finalist still plays darts under-the-radar but surely he bit off more than he could chew against Wright?We asked Mardle and Snakebite what really happened when they went head-to-head… Firstly, who won?Wright said: I beat him 5-3. Wayne played really well - I was a bit surprised! Stick to the commentating, Wayne, not darts! Im joking, he played very well.Mardle said: I was disappointing by losing to Peter - I was 3-2 up! Peter made a slow start in the first two legs but it was 1-1 because he nicked the second leg. Peter Wright hit this 161 checkout in the Premier League this season Sounds like it was a close game?Wright said: Hes definitely still got a bit about him. I did say to him why dont you play more? Most definitely he can still play, but whether he could do it in the Premier League, I doubt it!Mardle said: He took out 94 with a last-dart double tops, after I had a dart to go 2-0 up. Then it livened up - I was hitting 140s and 180s for fun. I went through a phase! At 3-2 up I thought I have a chance of winning this. And that, of course, ended my chances!My 140s and 180s turned into 60s and tons and Peter played much better towards the end, he showed his class. Its lovely to play these guys. At 3-2 up I thought I have a chance of winning this.dddddddddddd And that, of course, ended my chances! Wayne Mardle So, Wayne proved he can still cut the mustard?Wright said: He hits loads of 140s and a couple of 180s. I dont know why he doesnt play more.Mardle said: I can still play. Sometimes you read about someone and you think I thought they just sloped away and dont do anything anymore. When you no longer hear about someone in their sector, you think theyre no longer able to work in their area. People think Im one of them - he doesnt play on Tour therefore he cant play anymore. Peter Wright eliminated Dave Chisnall from the Premier League last week Theres a guy called Mickie Most, a music producer from the 60s, who I thought was down on his luck - hed had his time, but at the wrong time. Then I found out he lived in Hawaii and was getting £4 million sent to him every six months. Just because people dont see me play darts, they think I cant.Who was the best dressed at the oche?Wright said: I had old-fashioned LED shoes which were flashing all different colours during my walk-on. It was brilliant - Wayne couldnt believe it. He didnt wear his usual Hawaiian shirt - he wore something else which wasnt very loud so I was disappointed. Peter Wright He didnt wear his usual Hawaiian shirt - he wore something else which wasnt very loud so I was disappointed.Mardle said: Ive become more sedate but a lot more classy. Im a company man, a corporate dream!Watch Premier League Darts on Thursday, live on Sky Sports 2 HD at 7pm. Also See: Fixtures/Results On Sky TV Prem Table Darts betting Get Sky Sports Blackhawks Jerseys Store Cheap Wild Jerseys Cheap Red Wings Jerseys Cheap Maple Leafs Jerseys Penguins Jerseys Store Capitals Jerseys For Sale Blues Jerseys Store Cheap Kings Jerseys Adidas Lightning Jerseys Stars Jerseys For Sale Cheap Predators Jerseys Ducks Store Sharks Jerseys For Sale Cheap Sabres Jerseys Rangers Jerseys For Sale ' ' '