Tigers manager Brad Ausmus decided to shake up his lineup Friday against the Blue Jays, as catcher Alex Avila returned from the disabled list and with Detroit also looking to end a three-game losing streak.
Second baseman Ian Kinsler moved into the leadoff spot for just the second time this season and outfielder Yoenis Cespedes hit second for the first time.
Anthony Gose, who has hit leadoff a team-high 48 times this season, moved down to the eighth spot in the lineup.
Avila hit sixth upon his activation from the disabled list.