z: best record, c: conference winner, y: division winner, w: wildcard, x: clinched playoff spot
At the age of 20 Al Kaline playing, who was playing in just his 2nd full season wins the AL Batting Title with a .340 mark. This would make Kaline the youngest player ever to capture the batting crown. However the Tigers would not fair as well finishing in 5th place with a 79-75 record.