The Detroit Tigers' first week of May was one to forget, as there were several reasons for doom and gloom within the organization. Despite being below .500, the Tigers are still in a position to fight for separation against their AL Central counterparts. Hitting the road to take on their divisional rivals, the Kansas City Royals , manager A.J. Hinch will hand the ball to Keider Montero, likely asking him to eat innings due to a lack of pitching depth. Montero has been very reliable this season, so what's one more game holding that expectation? Montero goes into the series opener with a 3.48 ERA in six starts this season. One of his six starts so far this season came against the Royals when they visited Comerica Park, which saw Detroit earn the walk-off win. The track record is in Montero's favor for Friday night. Montero's Career Numbers vs Kansas City Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Keider Montero (54) delivers a pitch against the Kansas City Royals.…