Wilson struck out one in a perfect ninth inning during Tuesday's 7-3 win over the Diamondbacks.

EDGE Analysis

An insurance run in the top of the ninth denied Wilson his first save opportunity since officially being named the Tigers closer, but the left-hander still looked impressive. Expect the saves to begin rolling in soon enough for the 29-year-old, who's averaging a career-high 96.4 mph with his fastball.

Wilson has been named the Tigers' new closer, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports.

EDGE Analysis

K-Rod was just 7-for-11 in save opportunities and owned a brutal 8.94 ERA through 11.2 innings, so it comes as no surprise that the Tigers decided to try someone new at the end of games. Wilson owns an impressive 1.32 ERA and 0.59 WHIP through 13.2 innings this season, notching eight holds along the way as well. While manager Brad Ausmus left the door open for Rodriguez to reclaim his role as closer, it will be difficult to dethrone Wilson if he continues to pitch the way he has.

Wilson recorded his eighth hold of the season in Sunday's loss to the Athletics. He gave up one hit and struck out one in a scoreless inning of work.

EDGE Analysis

WIlson's eight holds have him tied for third in the majors in that category, and he's got a strong 1.32 ERA this season. With Francisco Rodriguez blowing his fourth save of the season and posting an 8.49 ERA, Wilson could be next in line for the closer role if Detroit decides to make a change.

Wilson picked up his sixth hold of the season in Tuesday's win over the Indians. He pitched one inning and allowed a lone hit, while striking out two.

EDGE Analysis

Wilson's six holds are tied for seventh in the majors, which makes him attractive in leagues that count the stat. Even in leagues that don't count holds, his 1.54 ERA, 0.60 WHIP and 19 strikeouts in 11.2 innings make him a solid fantasy reliever.

WIlson struck out all three hitters he faced and earned his fourth hold of the season in Wednesday's loss to the Rays.

EDGE Analysis

WIlson still has not given up an earned run this season, and he's got eight strikeouts across 6.1 innings. With Francisco Rodriguez blowing his second save of the season on Wednesday, Wilson could be next in line if the Tigers decide to make a closer change at any point.

Wilson recorded his third hold of the season Sunday, pitching a scoreless inning in a win over the Indians. He didn't allow a hit and struck out two.

EDGE Analysis

WIlson pitched a clean eighth inning, and he's yet to allow an earned run this season. Francisco Rodriguez should have a pretty long leash as Detroit's closer, but Wilson is waiting in the wings if anything happens. For now, he should be a solid contributor in ratios and strikeouts, as well as holds in leagues that count them.

The Tigers were prepared to rest Justin Wilson Tuesday, but he ended up pitching a scoreless inning in the win over the Twins, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Tigers manager Brad Ausmus was prepared to give Wilson the day off, but the lefty said before the game he was good to go. Wilson has now pitched in four of the team's last five games, and he credited better conditioning for allowing him to pitch more frequently. He should be a good source of holds, and occasionally wins and saves, this season.

Wilson picked up the win in Monday's game against the Red Sox, pitching a scoreless eighth inning with a walk and a strikeout.

EDGE Analysis

With Chris Sale and Justin Verlander keeping it 1-1 through seven innings, Wilson was able to pick up the win when the Tigers scored a run in the bottom of the eighth. Wilson now has a save and a win in his last two outings, and he should continue to pitch in high-leverage situations for Detroit.

Wilson pitched a clean ninth inning with two strikeouts to pick up his first save of the season in Saturday's win over the Red Sox.

EDGE Analysis

Regular closer Francisco Rodriguez threw 29 pitches and blew the save on Friday, so Wilson was used in his place Saturday. He could snag a few more saves this season on days that Rodriguez needs rest.

Wilson allowed a hit, two walks and two earned runs while retiring just a single batter in Tuesday's spring training loss to the Phillies.

EDGE Analysis

Wilson sat out a few days at the beginning of the month due to hamstring soreness, and he looked rusty Tuesday. Still, it was good just to see him out there, and hopefully he'll be able to get back up to speed over his next few spring training outings.