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"I knew when I didn't play in that last game against Minnesota. I knew I was out of there."
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"I knew when I didn't play in that last game against Minnesota. I knew I was out of there."
Marcus Thames, talking to the Detroit News' Lynn Henning about being released by the Tigers yesterday
The Marcus Thames Era Has Ended in Detroit
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by Charles Krupa - AP
2 months ago:
Detroit Tigers Marcus Thames sticks out his tongue after striking out against Boston Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon in the ninth inning of their baseball game at Fenway...
J.J. Hardy Traded to Twins for Carlos Gomez
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J.J. Hardy Traded to Twins for Carlos Gomez
This is already being discussed in the comments of today's Morning Prowl, but if the Tigers were looking at acquiring shortstop J.J. Hardy from the Brewers, the Twins beat them to it.
Hardy was traded to Minnesota today for...
Morning Prowl: Tom Brookens, Clete's Jersey Retired, Rising Stars, and Yesterday's Trades
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Double-A Erie manager (and former Tigers third baseman) Tom Brookens says he'd be interested in a major league coaching job if one was offered. Will the Tigers offer him the first base coach position vacated by Andy Van Slyke?
Clete Thomas had his...
Five Detroit Tigers File For Free Agency
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by Duane Burleson - AP
Placido Polanco was one of five Detroit Tigers to file for free agency on Thursday, the first day eligible players could do so.
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With the conclusion of the World Series...
No Surprise: Rick Porcello is the Tigers Rookie of the Year
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by Ben Margot - AP
Don't look so surprised, Rick Porcello. You're the Detroit Tigers Rookie of the Year.
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In what might be the least surprising development...
Brandon Inge's Knee Surgery Successful
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by Elise Amendola - AP
Detroit Tigers third baseman Brandon Inge underwent successful surgery to correct patellar tendonitis in both of his knees on Tuesday. He's expected to recover in time for Spring Training...
This Week's Poll: Name Comerica Park After Ernie Harwell?
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by Duane Burleson - AP
about 1 month ago:
Former Detroit Tigers broadcaster Ernie Harwell walks onto the field at Comerica Park during a tribute in his honor in the third inning of a baseball game against...
Morning Prowl: 40-Man Roster Decisions, Placido Polanco's Market Value, and Van Slyke's Replacement
3 days ago by
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At The Detroit Tigers Weblog, Bill Ferris looks at the team's 40-man roster, which currently has 44 players on it (due to some being protected on the disabled list). So the Tigers have some decisions to make, especially as some minor leaguers will need to be protected...
Clerical Issues: New Design and Community Civility
4 days ago by
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Some of you may have noticed that the site looks a bit different today. Hopefully, the new format creates a cleaner look, especially in regards to the sidebar boxes. But I understand that people aren't always crazy about change, and might not like some aspects of...
Bad Gift Ideas For Your Favorite Tigers Fan
4 days ago by
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What would be a worse gift idea for a Detroit Tigers fan this holiday season? An Edgar Renteria bobblehead or a Gary Sheffield bobblehead?
(I'm kind of impressed by the Sheff bobblehead's likeness. Usually, these things look nothing like the actual person....
Johnny Damon's Ninth Inning At-Bat: Which Tigers Hitter Could've Done That?
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by Eric Gay - AP
Johnny Damon turned Game 4 of the World Series in the Yankees' favor with his disciplined hitting and smart baserunning. Could a Detroit Tigers batter have influenced a game's outcome in...
Tigers Top 20 Prospects
8 days ago by
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[Editor's Note: Promoted from the FanPosts, for some good ol' offseason discussion. We've already had some good comments and conversation on this post, so let's open it up to the front page. -- Ian]
Yeah, I know; everyone is doing this right now. But...
Will Adam Everett Be the Tigers' Shortstop Again?
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by Charles Rex Arbogast - AP
Will Adam Everett be the Detroit Tigers' shortstop again next season? Or might the market take him out of their price range?
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There is Some Joy in Mudville
9 days ago by
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A few years ago, I got to write a magazine article about the clubhouse assistant whose job it was to rub the baseballs down with mud for the Detroit Tigers. Some people don't know that mud is used to take some of the sheen off the baseballs and make them easier to grip...
The Latest on Sizemore's Ankle: Four-Month Recovery
11 days ago by
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As expected, Tigers second base prospect Scott Sizemore underwent surgery on his injured left ankle today in Detroit. Screws were inserted into the ankle to keep the joint stable while the fractured tibia and torn tendons heal.
The plan, as reported by Steve Kornacki...
Lunchtime Prowl: Sizemore's Ankle, Guillen for Pierre, the Second Base Dilemma, and Trading Closers
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by Duane Burleson - AP
There may be no bigger question for the Detroit Tigers this offseason than whether or not to re-sign Placido Polanco.
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The Detroit...
Are the Tigers Getting in Line for Aroldis Chapman?
12 days ago by
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SI.com is reporting that the Detroit Tigers are jumping into the pool of teams interested in signing 21-year-old Cuban pitcher Aroldis Chapman.
The words "get in line" come to mind, however, when you look at the list of clubs angling for a chance at the 6'4...
UPDATE: Scott Sizemore's Ankle Needs Surgery
12 days ago by
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Scrap today's earlier post that said Scott Sizemore would need six weeks to recover from a fractured ankle. As mentioned in that post, Sizemore was flown to Detroit to be examined by the Tigers' doctors today. A MRI exam turned up additional cartilage damage...
Scott Sizemore Suffers Six-Week Setback
12 days ago by
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We took most of the weekend off here at BYB, as there wasn't a whole lot going on in Tiger Town. Besides, what's the most we could've missed? It's not like one of the Tigers' top prospects or a new starter for next year got hurt, right?
Wait - say...
Manny Acta is the Indians' New Manager
13 days ago by
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Manny Acta is the Indians' New Manager
The Cleveland Indians have hired Manny Acta to be their new manager. Acta was chosen over former Mets manager Bobby Valentine and former Tiger Torey Lovullo, the current manager of the Indians' Triple-A team.
Acta was let go by...
Jack Morris Reminisces on TBS
16 days ago by
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You may have missed it after the NLCS concluded on Wednesday night, but after the Phillies were done celebrating, TBS ran an interview between Reggie Jackson and Jack Morris. One of the things they talked about was Morris's no-hitter in 1984 with the Detroit Tigers.
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Your 2009 Detroit Tigers: Carlos Guillen
16 days ago by
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Carlos Guillen signs a ball while on rehab in Lakeland, Florida (via Lakeland Local)
Carlos Guillen has given us something we haven't had yet this offseason: a distraction from game 163 and a story for everyone to write about and obsess over. Jason Beck wrote for...
Both of Brandon Inge's Knees to Receive Surgery
16 days ago by
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by Duane Burleson - ASSOCIATED PRESS
Brandon Inge had to look after his knees all season long. Now the Detroit Tigers' third baseman will undergo surgery on both knees to correct patella tendinitis.
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Morning Prowl: Granderson the Union Man, Missing Miguel Cabrera, and Creating Trade Rumors
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by Duane Burleson - AP
How will Aubrey Huff's terribly disappointing stint with the Detroit Tigers affect his value on the free agent market this winter?
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