What a strange journey it has been for Nate Robertson to arrive at today, when he will pitch against the Twins in the first really pivotal game of the Tigers' September playoff race.
Robertson has started big games in past seasons. When this season began, he was in the bullpen after he lost his bid in spring training to win back his rotation job. In June, he went on the disabled list and had elbow surgery.
"I try to trust that the surgery and the comeback is all for a reason," Robertson said. "There's a lot in the Bible about perseverance and perspective. If I can cling to those things, it keeps me grounded and humble.
"I have several Bible verses I like. One that comes to mind is Proverbs 3:5-6: 'Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.'
"That's kind of your perspective of life, through the ups and downs," Robertson said. "There are going to be more ups and there are going to be more downs. You've just got to keep pressing forward."
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