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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
29 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
October 27, 2009 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
October 27, 2009 by
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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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Are the Tigers Getting in Line for Aroldis Chapman?
October 26, 2009 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
October 26, 2009 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
October 26, 2009 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
October 25, 2009 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
October 23, 2009 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
October 22, 2009 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
October 22, 2009 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
October 22, 2009 by
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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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Beck on WDFN: Guillen Frustrated with Leyland Since September
October 21, 2009 by
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by Jerry S. Mendoza - AP
According to MLB.com's Jason Beck, Carlos Guillen was just waiting for the end of the season to voice his frustrations over Jim Leyland's handling of the Detroit Tigers' lineup...
This Week's Poll: How Long Should "Kid Rick" Stick?
October 20, 2009 by
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by Paul Sancya - AP
4 months ago:
Detroit Tigers pitcher Rick Porcello throws against the Boston Red Sox in the first inning of a baseball game in Detroit, Tuesday, June 2, 2009. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
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Carlos Guillen's Complaining Pays Off... For Now
October 20, 2009 by
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by Tony Gutierrez - AP
Carlos Guillen is exasperated with his role on the Detroit Tigers. Should the Tigers be fed up with him, as well?
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First, Carlos Guillen...
Morning Prowl: Lloyd McClendon, Zumaya's Health, The Power Thames, and Useless Articles
October 19, 2009 by
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For those wondering why the Tigers didn't fire Lloyd McClendon as hitting coach after the season, perhaps the team reached many of the same conclusions as Bill Ferris did at The Detroit Tigers Weblog. Did Tigers batters perform below expectations, compared to preseason...
Kicking the Tires: Brad Hawpe
October 18, 2009 by
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by David Zalubowski - AP
What sort of market will Brad Hawpe attract this offseason? And should the Detroit Tigers get involved in that action?
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ALCS Game 2 Open Thread
October 17, 2009 by
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by Julie Jacobson - AP
about 23 hours ago:
Los Angeles Angels' Howie Kendrick dives in an attempt to catch a single by New York Yankees' Derek Jeter in the first inning of Game 1 of the American League...
Your 2009 Detroit Tigers: Magglio Ordoñez
October 17, 2009 by
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[Editor's Note: Promoted from the FanPosts. John Kmiecik will be doing this throughout the offseason. You can read his work at 2100 Woodward.]
Magglio Ordoñez takes a swing May 29th at Baltimore (via Keith Allison)
Magglio Ordoñez was, at times, the...
No Tigers Among International League Top 20 Prospects
October 17, 2009 by
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No Tigers Among International League Top 20 Prospects
Probably not a surprise, but the Detroit Tigers had none of their prospects ranked among Baseball America's Top 20 prospects for the International League.
As Matt Wallace points out at Take 75 North, the Tigers had...
Sizemore's a Smash in Arizona Fall League
October 17, 2009 by
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Perhaps Scott Sizemore senses the doubts in Tiger Town as to whether or not he can take over for Placido Polanco next season at second base. Or maybe he was disappointed over not being one of the Tigers' September call-ups, and is taking out that frustration now. ...
MLB Playoffs Open Thread
October 16, 2009 by
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by Peter Morgan - AP
2 days ago:
New York Yankees' Derek Jeter throws during practice at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009, in New York. The Yankees face the Los Angeles Angels in the American...
Tigers' TV Ratings Up 10% in 2009
October 16, 2009 by
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Tigers' TV Ratings Up 10% in 2009
Attendance may have been down at Comerica Park this season, but that didn't mean people weren't watching the Tigers on TV.
Ratings for Tigers telecasts on FOX Sports Detroit were up by more than 10% this season. In terms of ratings...
NLCS Game 1 Open Thread
October 15, 2009 by
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by David J. Phillip - AP
about 23 hours ago:
Philadelphia Phillies' Jimmy Rollins, right, laughs with manager Charlie Manuel, center, during practice Wednesday,Oct. 14, 2009 in Los Angeles. The Phillies...
Tom Gage: Tigers Won't Have Any Money to Spend This Winter
October 15, 2009 by
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Tom Gage: Tigers Won't Have Any Money to Spend This Winter
Maybe the Detroit News's Tigers beat writer is being a bit of a buzzkill, but he's also stating what many of us had already been anticipating.
Gage predicts a payroll approximating $119 million for 20...
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