Turnbull struck out 10 batters over six innings in just his fifth career major league start
Tigers' fans got the Opening Day result they were hoping for.
Detroit held on to beat the Kansas City Royals 5-4.
Closer Shane Greene remains perfect picking up his fifth save in five appearances to far this MLB season.
Starter Spencer Turnbull struck out 10 batters over six innings in just his fifth career major league start.
Teams play game two of the three game set Saturday afternoon at Comerica Park.
Detroit is now 5-3 to start the season.