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DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has traded catcher Dusty Ryan to the San Diego Padres for a player to be named later or cash considerations.
Ryan saw action with the Tigers and Triple A Toledo during the 2009 season. He batted .154 (4x26) with four RBI in 12 games with the Tigers and batted .257 (52x202) with 10 home runs and 35 RBI in 63 games with the Mud Hens.
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Monday, December 21, 2009
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
TIGERS AGREE TO TERMS ON TWO-YEAR DEAL WITH RAMON SANTIAGO
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DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has agreed to terms on a two-year contract with infielder Ramon Santiago, thus avoiding arbitration.
Santiago batted .267 (70x262) with six doubles, two triples, seven home runs and 35 RBI in 93 games for the Tigers during the 2009 season. He established career highs with seven home runs and 35 RBI.
In 183 games with the Tigers since the start of the 2007 season, Santiago is hitting .274 (124x453) with 17 doubles, five triples, 11 home runs and 60 RBI.
With Santiago agreeing to terms, the Tigers now have 13 players on the club’s 40-man roster under contract for the 2010 season.
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DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has agreed to terms on a two-year contract with infielder Ramon Santiago, thus avoiding arbitration.
Santiago batted .267 (70x262) with six doubles, two triples, seven home runs and 35 RBI in 93 games for the Tigers during the 2009 season. He established career highs with seven home runs and 35 RBI.
In 183 games with the Tigers since the start of the 2007 season, Santiago is hitting .274 (124x453) with 17 doubles, five triples, 11 home runs and 60 RBI.
With Santiago agreeing to terms, the Tigers now have 13 players on the club’s 40-man roster under contract for the 2010 season.
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Tuesday, December 15, 2009
TIGERS ANNOUNCE MINOR LEAGUE ASSIGNMENTS FOR 2010
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DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the minor league field staff assignments for the 2010 season.
Mike Rojas returns as the organization’s minor league field coordinator for the 2010 season, while Kevin Bradshaw (infield coordinator), Toby Harrah (hitting coordinator), Jon Matlack (pitching coordinator), Brian Peterson (performance enhancement instructor), Gene Roof (outfield and baserunning coordinator) and Chris Walter (strength and conditioning coordinator) will all return in their respective positions. Andrew Graham has joined the organization as the catching coordinator, in addition to serving as a coach for the Gulf Coast League Tigers.
Dustin Campbell returns as the minor league medical coordinator in 2010, while Steve Chase will serve as the assistant strength and conditioning coordinator. Sharon Lockwood returns as coordinator of international player programs and Bob Frutchey will serve as the minor league clubhouse manager in Lakeland.
The following are the field staff assignments at each of the organization’s eight minor league affiliates:
Toledo Erie Lakeland West Michigan
Manager Larry Parrish Phil Nevin Andy Barkett Joe DePastino
Pitching Coach A.J. Sager Ray Burris Joe Coleman Mark Johnson
Coach Leon Durham Glenn Adams Larry Herndon Luis Quinones
Trainer Matt Rankin Chris McDonald Tyler DePew Corey Tremble
Oneonta GCL Tigers DSL Tigers VSL Tigers
Manager Howie Bushong Basilio Cabrera Frey Peniche Josman Robles
Pitching Coach Jorge Cordova Greg Sabat Jose Parra Carlos Bohorquez
Coach TBA Andrew Graham Rafael Martinez TBA
Trainer T.J. Saunders T.J. Obergefell Luis Reyes Luis Rodriguez
Rafael Suero (strength coach)
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DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the minor league field staff assignments for the 2010 season.
Mike Rojas returns as the organization’s minor league field coordinator for the 2010 season, while Kevin Bradshaw (infield coordinator), Toby Harrah (hitting coordinator), Jon Matlack (pitching coordinator), Brian Peterson (performance enhancement instructor), Gene Roof (outfield and baserunning coordinator) and Chris Walter (strength and conditioning coordinator) will all return in their respective positions. Andrew Graham has joined the organization as the catching coordinator, in addition to serving as a coach for the Gulf Coast League Tigers.
Dustin Campbell returns as the minor league medical coordinator in 2010, while Steve Chase will serve as the assistant strength and conditioning coordinator. Sharon Lockwood returns as coordinator of international player programs and Bob Frutchey will serve as the minor league clubhouse manager in Lakeland.
The following are the field staff assignments at each of the organization’s eight minor league affiliates:
Toledo Erie Lakeland West Michigan
Manager Larry Parrish Phil Nevin Andy Barkett Joe DePastino
Pitching Coach A.J. Sager Ray Burris Joe Coleman Mark Johnson
Coach Leon Durham Glenn Adams Larry Herndon Luis Quinones
Trainer Matt Rankin Chris McDonald Tyler DePew Corey Tremble
Oneonta GCL Tigers DSL Tigers VSL Tigers
Manager Howie Bushong Basilio Cabrera Frey Peniche Josman Robles
Pitching Coach Jorge Cordova Greg Sabat Jose Parra Carlos Bohorquez
Coach TBA Andrew Graham Rafael Martinez TBA
Trainer T.J. Saunders T.J. Obergefell Luis Reyes Luis Rodriguez
Rafael Suero (strength coach)
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Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Tiger and the Tigers By Denny McLain
By Denny McLain
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Let’s start with Tiger Woods.
Tiger Woods could have gotten really lucky if he had just watched the David Letterman show when Letterman went on the air and announced to the world that he was sleeping with numerous women who worked for him on his TV show on NBC.
Letterman's explanation was sensational! Except for the uproar of a few days, has been able to stay out of the fray, only because he went out front of the story before someone else came out with a version spun by others. Letterman was a superman with his act.
Woods is doing the only smart thing he can do right now. He is waiting on the “pictures”, and agreements to be drawn up to buy the silence of these women. He needs to burn these pictures and get these agreements in place.
But Woods on the other hand had two or three days to get ahead of this disaster that he has created. It’s now allegedly around six women or so, some of which are (allegedly) already being already paid.
But still, nothing from Tiger in the way of a press conference or a real serious interview with someone who can actually stand up to Tiger.
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Let’s start with Tiger Woods.
Tiger Woods could have gotten really lucky if he had just watched the David Letterman show when Letterman went on the air and announced to the world that he was sleeping with numerous women who worked for him on his TV show on NBC.
Letterman's explanation was sensational! Except for the uproar of a few days, has been able to stay out of the fray, only because he went out front of the story before someone else came out with a version spun by others. Letterman was a superman with his act.
Woods is doing the only smart thing he can do right now. He is waiting on the “pictures”, and agreements to be drawn up to buy the silence of these women. He needs to burn these pictures and get these agreements in place.
But Woods on the other hand had two or three days to get ahead of this disaster that he has created. It’s now allegedly around six women or so, some of which are (allegedly) already being already paid.
But still, nothing from Tiger in the way of a press conference or a real serious interview with someone who can actually stand up to Tiger.
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TIGERS COMPLETE THREE-TEAM DEAL WITH DIAMONDBACKS AND YANKEES
Scherzer, Schlereth Acquired from Arizona; Coke, Jackson Added from New York
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has acquired righthanded pitcher Max Scherzer and lefthanded pitcher Daniel Schlereth from the Arizona Diamondbacks and lefthanded pitcher Phil Coke and outfielder Austin Jackson from the New York Yankees. The Tigers have traded righthanded pitcher Edwin Jackson to the Diamondbacks, while outfielder Curtis Granderson has been traded to the Yankees. Additionally, the Yankees have traded righthanded pitcher Ian Kennedy to Arizona as part of the deal.
“We are thrilled to add four quality players to the Tigers organization today,” Tigers President, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager David Dombrowski said. “We feel this infusion of talent will help our major league club compete both in 2010 and for many years to come. We want to thank both Curtis and Edwin for all they have done for the Tigers organization and we wish them nothing but the best as they join their new clubs.”
Scherzer compiled a 9-11 record, 4.12 ERA (170.1IP/78ER) and 174 strikeouts in 30 starts for the Diamondbacks in 2009. He finished eighth in the National League with 9.19 strikeouts per nine innings this past season. A first-round selection by the Diamondbacks in 2006, Scherzer has posted a 3.86 ERA (226.1IP/97ER) and 240 strikeouts in 46 games (37 starts) at the major league level.
Schlereth recorded a 1.01 ERA (26.2IP/3ER), four saves and 39 strikeouts in 21 outings with Double A Mobile. He limited opponents to a .161 batting average against (14x87) during his stint with Mobile. Schlereth saw action in one game with Triple A Reno, in addition to 21 outings at the major league level with the Diamondbacks. He fanned 22 batters in 18.1 innings of work with Arizona, limiting opponents to a .221 batting average against (15x68). Schlereth was a first-round selection of the Diamondbacks in 2008 and he is the son of former NFL offensive lineman Mark Schlereth.
Coke spent the entire season at the major league level with the Yankees in 2009, compiling a 4-3 record, 4.50 ERA (60.0IP/30ER), two saves and 49 strikeouts in 71 appearances. He limited opponents to a .209 batting average against (44x211). Coke is 5-3 with a 3.74 ERA (74.2IP/31ER) in 84 outings in his major league career, holding opponents to a .199 batting average against (52x261).
Jackson batted .300 (151x504) with 67 runs scored, 23 doubles, nine triples, four home runs, 65 RBI and 24 stolen bases in 132 games with Triple A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre in 2009. Entering the season as the top prospect in the Yankees organization by Baseball America, he was selected the International League Rookie of the Year after leading the league with nine triples. Baseball America tabbed him the best hitting prospect in the league during the season.
Granderson hit .249 (157x631) with 91 runs scored, 23 doubles, eight triples, 30 home runs, 71 RBI and 20 stolen bases in 160 games for the Tigers in 2009. He was named to the American League’s all-star squad for the first time in his career this past season.
Jackson compiled a 13-9 record and 3.62 ERA (214.0IP/86ER) in 33 starts for the Tigers this past season as he was selected to the American League’s all-star squad for the first time in his career.
Additionally, the Tigers today designated the contracts of righthanded pitcher Freddy Dolsi and catcher Dusty Ryan for assignment. Dolsi finished 4-3 with a 3.83 ERA (51.2IP/22ER) and 10 saves in 39 appearances with Triple A Toledo in 2009. Ryan batted .257 (52x202) with 10 home runs and 35 RBI in 63 games with the Mud Hens.
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DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has acquired righthanded pitcher Max Scherzer and lefthanded pitcher Daniel Schlereth from the Arizona Diamondbacks and lefthanded pitcher Phil Coke and outfielder Austin Jackson from the New York Yankees. The Tigers have traded righthanded pitcher Edwin Jackson to the Diamondbacks, while outfielder Curtis Granderson has been traded to the Yankees. Additionally, the Yankees have traded righthanded pitcher Ian Kennedy to Arizona as part of the deal.
“We are thrilled to add four quality players to the Tigers organization today,” Tigers President, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager David Dombrowski said. “We feel this infusion of talent will help our major league club compete both in 2010 and for many years to come. We want to thank both Curtis and Edwin for all they have done for the Tigers organization and we wish them nothing but the best as they join their new clubs.”
Scherzer compiled a 9-11 record, 4.12 ERA (170.1IP/78ER) and 174 strikeouts in 30 starts for the Diamondbacks in 2009. He finished eighth in the National League with 9.19 strikeouts per nine innings this past season. A first-round selection by the Diamondbacks in 2006, Scherzer has posted a 3.86 ERA (226.1IP/97ER) and 240 strikeouts in 46 games (37 starts) at the major league level.
Schlereth recorded a 1.01 ERA (26.2IP/3ER), four saves and 39 strikeouts in 21 outings with Double A Mobile. He limited opponents to a .161 batting average against (14x87) during his stint with Mobile. Schlereth saw action in one game with Triple A Reno, in addition to 21 outings at the major league level with the Diamondbacks. He fanned 22 batters in 18.1 innings of work with Arizona, limiting opponents to a .221 batting average against (15x68). Schlereth was a first-round selection of the Diamondbacks in 2008 and he is the son of former NFL offensive lineman Mark Schlereth.
Coke spent the entire season at the major league level with the Yankees in 2009, compiling a 4-3 record, 4.50 ERA (60.0IP/30ER), two saves and 49 strikeouts in 71 appearances. He limited opponents to a .209 batting average against (44x211). Coke is 5-3 with a 3.74 ERA (74.2IP/31ER) in 84 outings in his major league career, holding opponents to a .199 batting average against (52x261).
Jackson batted .300 (151x504) with 67 runs scored, 23 doubles, nine triples, four home runs, 65 RBI and 24 stolen bases in 132 games with Triple A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre in 2009. Entering the season as the top prospect in the Yankees organization by Baseball America, he was selected the International League Rookie of the Year after leading the league with nine triples. Baseball America tabbed him the best hitting prospect in the league during the season.
Granderson hit .249 (157x631) with 91 runs scored, 23 doubles, eight triples, 30 home runs, 71 RBI and 20 stolen bases in 160 games for the Tigers in 2009. He was named to the American League’s all-star squad for the first time in his career this past season.
Jackson compiled a 13-9 record and 3.62 ERA (214.0IP/86ER) in 33 starts for the Tigers this past season as he was selected to the American League’s all-star squad for the first time in his career.
Additionally, the Tigers today designated the contracts of righthanded pitcher Freddy Dolsi and catcher Dusty Ryan for assignment. Dolsi finished 4-3 with a 3.83 ERA (51.2IP/22ER) and 10 saves in 39 appearances with Triple A Toledo in 2009. Ryan batted .257 (52x202) with 10 home runs and 35 RBI in 63 games with the Mud Hens.
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Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Detroit Tigers- Let's talk about the "BIG" Trades Today, Ok?
By Denny McLain
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First, I hear people bitching about breaking up the 20 year old players. All these guys had the same percentages this year and blew it in the worst division in maybe the last 30 yrs.
Grandy hit 30 home runs and we still didn't make the playoffs! Duh? It can't be worse can it? No playoffs, is no playoffs with or without Grandy or Jackson?
Is Grandy an All Star? Please! That's almost as bad as Inge. The reality is Grandy is a .249 hitter. Polanco was the killer loss!
Dombrowski has his Illitch marching orders: "Get rid of $20 million".
Now, if they could just dump Inge they have a good start on dumping that $20 million. Ask yourself this. Where could Inge play, which club could he play for hitting a steady .230; Toledo?
I don't think anyone is untouchable except maybe "Mr.100 Pitch", Porcello. Everybody just wants to see him pitch out of a 7th or 8th inning jam. Do you think we ever will?
I will tell you one other fact,: if you give me Bonderman and Willis for six weeks, I bet I can make them better than .500 pitchers. A lot better than the horrible debacles they have been! Why doesn't the Illitch minions see the problems with these two car crashes?
Front office my ass!
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First, I hear people bitching about breaking up the 20 year old players. All these guys had the same percentages this year and blew it in the worst division in maybe the last 30 yrs.
Grandy hit 30 home runs and we still didn't make the playoffs! Duh? It can't be worse can it? No playoffs, is no playoffs with or without Grandy or Jackson?
Is Grandy an All Star? Please! That's almost as bad as Inge. The reality is Grandy is a .249 hitter. Polanco was the killer loss!
Dombrowski has his Illitch marching orders: "Get rid of $20 million".
Now, if they could just dump Inge they have a good start on dumping that $20 million. Ask yourself this. Where could Inge play, which club could he play for hitting a steady .230; Toledo?
I don't think anyone is untouchable except maybe "Mr.100 Pitch", Porcello. Everybody just wants to see him pitch out of a 7th or 8th inning jam. Do you think we ever will?
I will tell you one other fact,: if you give me Bonderman and Willis for six weeks, I bet I can make them better than .500 pitchers. A lot better than the horrible debacles they have been! Why doesn't the Illitch minions see the problems with these two car crashes?
Front office my ass!
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Friday, November 20, 2009
TIGERS PURCHASE CONTRACTS OF FOUR PLAYERS
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DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has purchased the contracts of second baseman Scott Sizemore and shortstop Audy Ciriaco from Triple A Toledo and first baseman/outfielder Ryan Strieby and outfielder Brennan Boesch from Double A Erie.
Boesch batted .275 (145x527) with 89 runs scored, 26 doubles, seven triples, 28 home runs and 93 RBI in 131 games with Double A Erie in 2009. Selected to both the Eastern League’s mid- and post-season all-star squads, he led the league with 28 home runs, 61 extra-base hits and 269 total bases. Additionally, Boesch finished third in the league with 93 RBI and a .510 slugging percentage, while he tied for third with seven triples, tied for fourth with 89 runs scored and finished fifth with 145 hits.
Ciriaco spent most of the past season with Single A Lakeland, hitting .262 (116x443) with 55 runs scored, 17 doubles, five triples, 11 home runs, 59 RBI and 15 stolen bases in 121 games. He topped all Florida State League shortstops with 533 total chances, 161 putouts and 342 assists as he was rated as possessing the best infield arm in the league by Baseball America. Ciriaco joined Triple A Toledo at the end of the season, seeing action in seven games with the Mud Hens.
Sizemore was named the Tigers Minor League Player of the Year in 2009 as he combined to hit .308 (160x520) with 88 runs scored, 39 doubles, five triples, 17 home runs, 66 RBI and 21 stolen bases in 130 games with Double A Erie and Triple A Toledo. He was selected to Baseball America’s First-Team Minor League all-star squad following the season. Sizemore saw action in six games with Peoria in the Arizona Fall League, batting .368 (7x19) with two doubles, three home runs and nine RBI before he underwent surgery on his left ankle for his fractured fibula and the associated instability on October 27.
Strieby earned Eastern League mid-season all-star honors in 2009 as he hit .303 (89x294) with 64 runs scored, 18 doubles, a triple, 19 home runs and 58 RBI in 86 games with Double A Erie. He tied for fourth in the Eastern League with 19 home runs.
With the purchase of the four players’ contracts, the Tigers roster now stands at 40 and will be submitted to the Commissioner’s Office to meet today’s deadline.
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DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has purchased the contracts of second baseman Scott Sizemore and shortstop Audy Ciriaco from Triple A Toledo and first baseman/outfielder Ryan Strieby and outfielder Brennan Boesch from Double A Erie.
Boesch batted .275 (145x527) with 89 runs scored, 26 doubles, seven triples, 28 home runs and 93 RBI in 131 games with Double A Erie in 2009. Selected to both the Eastern League’s mid- and post-season all-star squads, he led the league with 28 home runs, 61 extra-base hits and 269 total bases. Additionally, Boesch finished third in the league with 93 RBI and a .510 slugging percentage, while he tied for third with seven triples, tied for fourth with 89 runs scored and finished fifth with 145 hits.
Ciriaco spent most of the past season with Single A Lakeland, hitting .262 (116x443) with 55 runs scored, 17 doubles, five triples, 11 home runs, 59 RBI and 15 stolen bases in 121 games. He topped all Florida State League shortstops with 533 total chances, 161 putouts and 342 assists as he was rated as possessing the best infield arm in the league by Baseball America. Ciriaco joined Triple A Toledo at the end of the season, seeing action in seven games with the Mud Hens.
Sizemore was named the Tigers Minor League Player of the Year in 2009 as he combined to hit .308 (160x520) with 88 runs scored, 39 doubles, five triples, 17 home runs, 66 RBI and 21 stolen bases in 130 games with Double A Erie and Triple A Toledo. He was selected to Baseball America’s First-Team Minor League all-star squad following the season. Sizemore saw action in six games with Peoria in the Arizona Fall League, batting .368 (7x19) with two doubles, three home runs and nine RBI before he underwent surgery on his left ankle for his fractured fibula and the associated instability on October 27.
Strieby earned Eastern League mid-season all-star honors in 2009 as he hit .303 (89x294) with 64 runs scored, 18 doubles, a triple, 19 home runs and 58 RBI in 86 games with Double A Erie. He tied for fourth in the Eastern League with 19 home runs.
With the purchase of the four players’ contracts, the Tigers roster now stands at 40 and will be submitted to the Commissioner’s Office to meet today’s deadline.
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Thursday, November 12, 2009
JUSTIN VERLANDER NAMED TIGER OF THE YEAR
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JUSTIN VERLANDER NAMED TIGER OF THE YEAR BY THE DETROIT CHAPTER OF THE BASEBALL WRITERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
DETROIT – Righthanded pitcher Justin Verlander has been unanimously selected as the Tiger of the Year for 2009 in voting by the Detroit Chapter of the Baseball Writers Association of America.
Verlander posted a 19-9 record and 3.45 ERA (240.0IP/92ER) during the 2009 season. He led the American League with 35 games started, 240.0 innings pitched, 269 strikeouts and 10.1 strikeouts per nine innings. Additionally, he tied for the league lead with 19 wins, finished third with 4.27 strikeouts per walk, fifth with 10.80 baserunners per nine innings, tied for fifth with three complete games, sixth with a 3.45 ERA and 8.21 hits per nine innings, tied for sixth with a .243 batting average against and eighth with a .679 winning percentage.
Verlander became the first Tigers pitcher to lead the American League in strikeouts since Jack Morris did so in 1983 with 232 strikeouts. His 269 strikeouts stand as the fifth-most in franchise history and mark the most by an American League pitcher since Boston’s Pedro Martinez fanned 284 batters during the 2000 season. His 240.0 innings pitched marked the most by a Tigers pitcher since Morris worked 249.2 innings for the Tigers in 1990.
This year’s honor marks the first career Tiger of the Year award for Verlander.
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JUSTIN VERLANDER NAMED TIGER OF THE YEAR BY THE DETROIT CHAPTER OF THE BASEBALL WRITERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
DETROIT – Righthanded pitcher Justin Verlander has been unanimously selected as the Tiger of the Year for 2009 in voting by the Detroit Chapter of the Baseball Writers Association of America.
Verlander posted a 19-9 record and 3.45 ERA (240.0IP/92ER) during the 2009 season. He led the American League with 35 games started, 240.0 innings pitched, 269 strikeouts and 10.1 strikeouts per nine innings. Additionally, he tied for the league lead with 19 wins, finished third with 4.27 strikeouts per walk, fifth with 10.80 baserunners per nine innings, tied for fifth with three complete games, sixth with a 3.45 ERA and 8.21 hits per nine innings, tied for sixth with a .243 batting average against and eighth with a .679 winning percentage.
Verlander became the first Tigers pitcher to lead the American League in strikeouts since Jack Morris did so in 1983 with 232 strikeouts. His 269 strikeouts stand as the fifth-most in franchise history and mark the most by an American League pitcher since Boston’s Pedro Martinez fanned 284 batters during the 2000 season. His 240.0 innings pitched marked the most by a Tigers pitcher since Morris worked 249.2 innings for the Tigers in 1990.
This year’s honor marks the first career Tiger of the Year award for Verlander.
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Tuesday, November 10, 2009
TIGERS ANNOUNCE 2010 SPRING TRAINING SCHEDULE
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Three Visits from New York Yankees Highlight Schedule
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club’s exhibition game schedule for 2010 Spring Training in Lakeland, FL.
Next spring will mark the Tigers 74th season at “TigerTown” in Lakeland, extending the longest-standing relationship between a major league team and a current Spring Training host city. The 2010 spring season marks the club’s 45th consecutive season of exhibition play at Joker Marchant Stadium.
The Tigers will begin the exhibition schedule on Tuesday, March 2 as the club battles Florida Southern College in the annual matchup against the Moccasins. The club opens the home portion of the Grapefruit League schedule against the Toronto Blue Jays at Joker Marchant Stadium on Thursday, March 4.
The schedule is highlighted by visits from the World Series Champion New York Yankees on March 10, March 13 and March 27. The schedule also features two visits from the National League Champion Philadelphia Phillies on March 12 and March 20.
Tickets for the 2010 spring exhibition season will be priced at two separate levels. The first set is for premium games, which include all games against the Atlanta Braves and New York Yankees and all Friday, Saturday and Sunday games. The second price level is for the remainder of the schedule. Premium game ticket prices range from $11-22, while the ticket prices for the remainder of games range from $8-19.
Full season ticket packages for the 2010 Tigers Spring Training exhibition season are on sale now at the Joker Marchant Stadium ticket office, via phone at (863) 686-8075 or by visiting www.tigers.com. Fans may also now purchase partial season ticket plans of five-or-more games by calling (863) 686-8075. Individual game tickets go on sale beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 9th, and can be ordered by visiting the ticket office at Joker Marchant Stadium, calling 866-66-TIGER or visiting www.tigers.com. For additional ticket information and special group pricing, call the Lakeland office at 863-686-8075.
DETROIT TIGERS 2010 SPRING TRAINING SCHEDULE
Game
Day Date Opponent Site Time*
Tues. March 2 Florida Southern College Lakeland 1:05
Wed. March 3 Toronto Dunedin 1:05
Thur. March 4 Toronto Lakeland 1:05
Fri. March 5 Houston Lakeland 1:05
Sat. March 6 Baltimore Lakeland 1:05
Sun. March 7 Toronto Dunedin 1:05
Mon. March 8 Atlanta Lakeland 1:05
Tues. March 9 Washington Viera 1:05
Wed. March 10 New York Yankees Lakeland 1:05
Thur. March 11 Philadelphia Clearwater 1:05
Fri. March 12 Philadelphia (SS) Lakeland 1:05
Sat. March 13 New York Yankees (SS) Lakeland 1:05
New York Mets (SS) Port St. Lucie 1:10
Sun. March 14 Tampa Bay Lakeland 1:05*
Mon. March 15 Toronto Lakeland 1:05
Tues. March 16 Philadelphia Clearwater 1:05
Wed. March 17 Pittsburgh Bradenton 1:05
Thur. March 18 Houston Lakeland 1:05
Fri. March 19 New York Yankees (SS) Tampa TBD
Atlanta (SS) Disney World 6:05
Sat. March 20 Philadelphia Lakeland 1:05
Sun. March 21 New York Yankees Tampa TBD
Mon. March 22 Toronto Dunedin 1:05
Tue. March 23 Washington Lakeland 6:05
Wed. March 24 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - O p e n D a t e - - - - - - - - - - -
Thur. March 25 Toronto (SS) Lakeland 1:05
Washington (SS) Viera 7:05
Fri. March 26 Atlanta Disney World 1:05
Sat. March 27 New York Yankees Lakeland 1:05
Sun. March 28 New York Yankees Tampa TBD
Mon. March 29 Toronto Dunedin 1:05
Tue. March 30 Baltimore Sarasota 1:05
Wed. March 31 Pittsburgh Lakeland 1:05
Thur. April 1 Atlanta (SS) Lakeland 1:05
Houston (SS) Kissimmee 1:05
Fri. April 2 Milwaukee Milwaukee 8:10
Sat. April 3 Milwaukee Milwaukee 2:10
All time is Eastern (Detroit) Time * Daylight Savings Time begins
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Three Visits from New York Yankees Highlight Schedule
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club’s exhibition game schedule for 2010 Spring Training in Lakeland, FL.
Next spring will mark the Tigers 74th season at “TigerTown” in Lakeland, extending the longest-standing relationship between a major league team and a current Spring Training host city. The 2010 spring season marks the club’s 45th consecutive season of exhibition play at Joker Marchant Stadium.
The Tigers will begin the exhibition schedule on Tuesday, March 2 as the club battles Florida Southern College in the annual matchup against the Moccasins. The club opens the home portion of the Grapefruit League schedule against the Toronto Blue Jays at Joker Marchant Stadium on Thursday, March 4.
The schedule is highlighted by visits from the World Series Champion New York Yankees on March 10, March 13 and March 27. The schedule also features two visits from the National League Champion Philadelphia Phillies on March 12 and March 20.
Tickets for the 2010 spring exhibition season will be priced at two separate levels. The first set is for premium games, which include all games against the Atlanta Braves and New York Yankees and all Friday, Saturday and Sunday games. The second price level is for the remainder of the schedule. Premium game ticket prices range from $11-22, while the ticket prices for the remainder of games range from $8-19.
Full season ticket packages for the 2010 Tigers Spring Training exhibition season are on sale now at the Joker Marchant Stadium ticket office, via phone at (863) 686-8075 or by visiting www.tigers.com. Fans may also now purchase partial season ticket plans of five-or-more games by calling (863) 686-8075. Individual game tickets go on sale beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 9th, and can be ordered by visiting the ticket office at Joker Marchant Stadium, calling 866-66-TIGER or visiting www.tigers.com. For additional ticket information and special group pricing, call the Lakeland office at 863-686-8075.
DETROIT TIGERS 2010 SPRING TRAINING SCHEDULE
Game
Day Date Opponent Site Time*
Tues. March 2 Florida Southern College Lakeland 1:05
Wed. March 3 Toronto Dunedin 1:05
Thur. March 4 Toronto Lakeland 1:05
Fri. March 5 Houston Lakeland 1:05
Sat. March 6 Baltimore Lakeland 1:05
Sun. March 7 Toronto Dunedin 1:05
Mon. March 8 Atlanta Lakeland 1:05
Tues. March 9 Washington Viera 1:05
Wed. March 10 New York Yankees Lakeland 1:05
Thur. March 11 Philadelphia Clearwater 1:05
Fri. March 12 Philadelphia (SS) Lakeland 1:05
Sat. March 13 New York Yankees (SS) Lakeland 1:05
New York Mets (SS) Port St. Lucie 1:10
Sun. March 14 Tampa Bay Lakeland 1:05*
Mon. March 15 Toronto Lakeland 1:05
Tues. March 16 Philadelphia Clearwater 1:05
Wed. March 17 Pittsburgh Bradenton 1:05
Thur. March 18 Houston Lakeland 1:05
Fri. March 19 New York Yankees (SS) Tampa TBD
Atlanta (SS) Disney World 6:05
Sat. March 20 Philadelphia Lakeland 1:05
Sun. March 21 New York Yankees Tampa TBD
Mon. March 22 Toronto Dunedin 1:05
Tue. March 23 Washington Lakeland 6:05
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Washington (SS) Viera 7:05
Fri. March 26 Atlanta Disney World 1:05
Sat. March 27 New York Yankees Lakeland 1:05
Sun. March 28 New York Yankees Tampa TBD
Mon. March 29 Toronto Dunedin 1:05
Tue. March 30 Baltimore Sarasota 1:05
Wed. March 31 Pittsburgh Lakeland 1:05
Thur. April 1 Atlanta (SS) Lakeland 1:05
Houston (SS) Kissimmee 1:05
Fri. April 2 Milwaukee Milwaukee 8:10
Sat. April 3 Milwaukee Milwaukee 2:10
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Thursday, November 5, 2009
PORCELLO NAMED TIGERS ROOKIE OF THE YEAR
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Detroit Sports Broadcasters’ Association Tabs Righthander as Tigers Top Rookie
DETROIT – Detroit Tigers righthanded pitcher Rick Porcello was named the Tigers Rookie of the Year by the Detroit Sports Broadcasters’ Association today.
Porcello led all American League rookie pitchers with 14 wins, while he was seventh with a 3.96 ERA (170.2IP/75ER) and 10th with 89 strikeouts during his first season with the Tigers. He ranked second among all league pitchers with a 2.23 ground ball/fly ball ratio (312 ground balls/140 fly balls) and finished fifth with 24 ground into double plays induced.
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His 14 victories marked the most by a Tigers pitcher age 20-or-younger, surpassing Dave Rozema, who won 11 games for the Tigers in 1977 prior to celebrating his 21st birthday on August 5. According to the Elias Sports Bureau, he became the fourth pitcher age 20-or-younger since 1970 to record 14 victories in a season, joining Cincinnati’s Don Gullett in 1971 (16 wins), Minnesota’s Bert Blyleven in 1971 (16 wins) and New York’s Dwight Gooden in 1984 (17 wins) and 1985 (24 wins).
Porcello will be presented with his award prior to a Tigers home game during the 2010 season. The Detroit Sports Broadcasters’ Association has been selecting a Tigers Rookie of the Year since 1969.
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Detroit Sports Broadcasters’ Association Tabs Righthander as Tigers Top Rookie
DETROIT – Detroit Tigers righthanded pitcher Rick Porcello was named the Tigers Rookie of the Year by the Detroit Sports Broadcasters’ Association today.
Porcello led all American League rookie pitchers with 14 wins, while he was seventh with a 3.96 ERA (170.2IP/75ER) and 10th with 89 strikeouts during his first season with the Tigers. He ranked second among all league pitchers with a 2.23 ground ball/fly ball ratio (312 ground balls/140 fly balls) and finished fifth with 24 ground into double plays induced.
His 14 victories marked the most by a Tigers pitcher age 20-or-younger, surpassing Dave Rozema, who won 11 games for the Tigers in 1977 prior to celebrating his 21st birthday on August 5. According to the Elias Sports Bureau, he became the fourth pitcher age 20-or-younger since 1970 to record 14 victories in a season, joining Cincinnati’s Don Gullett in 1971 (16 wins), Minnesota’s Bert Blyleven in 1971 (16 wins) and New York’s Dwight Gooden in 1984 (17 wins) and 1985 (24 wins).
Porcello will be presented with his award prior to a Tigers home game during the 2010 season. The Detroit Sports Broadcasters’ Association has been selecting a Tigers Rookie of the Year since 1969.
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Wednesday, November 4, 2009
INGE UNDERWENT SURGERY ON TUESDAY IN DETROIT
By Denny McLain
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DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers announced third baseman Brandon Inge underwent surgery on Tuesday to address the chronic patellar tendinitis in both of his knees that plagued him throughout the 2009 season, a procedure performed by Dr. Stephen Lemos at the Detroit Medical Center.
The procedure involved the debridement and repair of the patellar tendon in both his left and right knees.
Inge will be non-weight bearing for the first six weeks as he regains full range of motion. At that time, he will begin a strengthening and rehabilitation program to prepare him for Spring Training and the 2010 season.
According to the projected timetable, Inge is expected to be ready for the start of Spring Training in February.
Inge saw action in 161 games this past season, hitting .230 (129x562) with 27 home runs and 84 RBI.
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DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers announced third baseman Brandon Inge underwent surgery on Tuesday to address the chronic patellar tendinitis in both of his knees that plagued him throughout the 2009 season, a procedure performed by Dr. Stephen Lemos at the Detroit Medical Center.
The procedure involved the debridement and repair of the patellar tendon in both his left and right knees.
Inge will be non-weight bearing for the first six weeks as he regains full range of motion. At that time, he will begin a strengthening and rehabilitation program to prepare him for Spring Training and the 2010 season.
According to the projected timetable, Inge is expected to be ready for the start of Spring Training in February.
Inge saw action in 161 games this past season, hitting .230 (129x562) with 27 home runs and 84 RBI.
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Friday, October 30, 2009
Major League Baseball Players Recognize Albert Pujols as Player of the Year and Curtis Granderson as Man of the Year
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New York, NY, Friday, October 30, 2009 …
In a season marked by extraordinary performances on and off the field, Major League baseball players today bestowed their highest honors on two players – St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols is Player of the Year and Detroit Tigers centerfielder Curtis Granderson is the Marvin Miller Man of the Year. The Major League Baseball Players Trust will honor Pujols and Granderson, the top Players Choice Award winners, with donations of $50,000 each to the charities of their choice. The Awards announcements were made this morning on ESPN Radio’s Mike & Mike in the Morning show during the finale of an exclusive, five-day broadcast special presented by Upper Deck and benefiting the Major League Baseball Players Trust.
Pujols helped guide the Cardinals to their fourth NL Central Division crown in six years by leading the Majors in home runs for the first time, with 47. The eight-time Players Choice Award winner finished first among all National Leaguers in runs scored (124), on-base percentage (.443) and slugging percentage (.658), second in doubles (45) and third in batting average (.327), RBI (135) and walks (115). Pujols, 29, hit above .300 with 30-plus home runs and 100-plus RBI for the ninth consecutive season. Pujols has now been honored by his peers with Players Choice Awards as Player of the Year and NL Outstanding Player in 2003, 2008 and 2009, Marvin Miller Man of the Year in 2006 and NL Outstanding Rookie in 2001.
Granderson earned the Marvin Miller Man of the Year award, named for the founding executive director of the Major League Baseball Players Association and awarded to the player whose on-field and off -field performance most inspires others to higher levels of achievement, by displaying as much passion to give back to others as he shows between the lines on the baseball diamond . In 2008, he established the Grand Kids Foundation to focus on improving opportunities for inner-city youth in the areas of education and youth baseball. A graduate of the University of Illinois-Chicago, Granderson recently released a children’s book, All You Can Be, which encourages children to chase their dreams. He is also an active member of the Action Team national youth volunteer program administered by the Players Trust and Volunteers of America, which is inspiring and training the next generation of volunteers in more than 150 high schools across the U.S. Granderson, 28, just completed his fourth full season in the Majors and set a career high in home runs (30), and finished with 157 hits, 91 runs scored, 23 doubles, 8 triples, 20 stolen bases and 71 RBI in 160 games with the Tigers.
Players Choice Awards annually recognize the best player, pitcher, rookie and comeback player in each league. The Player of the Year and Marvin Miller Man of the Year awards bestow top honors without regard to league. Balloting of all Major League players for the Players Choice Awards was conducted in September under the supervision of accounting firm KPMG.
Players Choice Awards winners will recommend the charities of their choice to receive grants from the Major League Baseball Players Trust totaling $260,000. Since 1992, the Players Trust has contributed more than $3.5 million dollars to charities around the world in honor of Players Choice Award winners.
The 2009 Players Choice Awards finalists are [winners in bold & underlined]:
American League:
Outstanding Rookie: Elvis Andrus (Texas), Gordon Beckham (Chicago White Sox), Jeff Niemann (Tampa Bay)
Comeback Player: Russell Branyan (Seattle), Aaron Hill (Toronto), Scott Podsednik (Chicago White Sox)
Outstanding Pitcher: Roy Halladay (Toronto), Zack Greinke (Kansas City), C.C. Sabathia (NY Yankees)
Outstanding Player: Derek Jeter (NY Yankees), Joe Mauer (Minnesota), Kendry Morales (LA Angels of Anaheim)
National League:
Outstanding Rookie: Chris Coghlan (Florida), Tommy Hanson (Atlanta), J.A. Happ (Philadelphia)
Comeback Player: Aaron Boone (Houston), Chris Carpenter (St. Louis), Nick Johnson (Florida)
Outstanding Pitcher: Chris Carpenter (St. Louis), Tim Lincecum (San Francisco), Adam Wainwright (St. Louis)
Outstanding Player: Prince Fielder (Milwaukee), Albert Pujols (St. Louis), Hanley Ramirez (Florida)
Either League:
Man of the Year: Curtis Granderson (Detroit), Torii Hunter (LA Angeles of Anaheim), Albert Pujols (St. Louis)
Player of Year: Joe Mauer (Minnesota), Albert Pujols (St. Louis), Hanley Ramirez (Florida)
In Play! Magazine would like to congratulate Curtis Granderson! Keep up the good work Grandy!
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New York, NY, Friday, October 30, 2009 …
In a season marked by extraordinary performances on and off the field, Major League baseball players today bestowed their highest honors on two players – St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols is Player of the Year and Detroit Tigers centerfielder Curtis Granderson is the Marvin Miller Man of the Year. The Major League Baseball Players Trust will honor Pujols and Granderson, the top Players Choice Award winners, with donations of $50,000 each to the charities of their choice. The Awards announcements were made this morning on ESPN Radio’s Mike & Mike in the Morning show during the finale of an exclusive, five-day broadcast special presented by Upper Deck and benefiting the Major League Baseball Players Trust.
Pujols helped guide the Cardinals to their fourth NL Central Division crown in six years by leading the Majors in home runs for the first time, with 47. The eight-time Players Choice Award winner finished first among all National Leaguers in runs scored (124), on-base percentage (.443) and slugging percentage (.658), second in doubles (45) and third in batting average (.327), RBI (135) and walks (115). Pujols, 29, hit above .300 with 30-plus home runs and 100-plus RBI for the ninth consecutive season. Pujols has now been honored by his peers with Players Choice Awards as Player of the Year and NL Outstanding Player in 2003, 2008 and 2009, Marvin Miller Man of the Year in 2006 and NL Outstanding Rookie in 2001.
Granderson earned the Marvin Miller Man of the Year award, named for the founding executive director of the Major League Baseball Players Association and awarded to the player whose on-field and off -field performance most inspires others to higher levels of achievement, by displaying as much passion to give back to others as he shows between the lines on the baseball diamond . In 2008, he established the Grand Kids Foundation to focus on improving opportunities for inner-city youth in the areas of education and youth baseball. A graduate of the University of Illinois-Chicago, Granderson recently released a children’s book, All You Can Be, which encourages children to chase their dreams. He is also an active member of the Action Team national youth volunteer program administered by the Players Trust and Volunteers of America, which is inspiring and training the next generation of volunteers in more than 150 high schools across the U.S. Granderson, 28, just completed his fourth full season in the Majors and set a career high in home runs (30), and finished with 157 hits, 91 runs scored, 23 doubles, 8 triples, 20 stolen bases and 71 RBI in 160 games with the Tigers.
Players Choice Awards annually recognize the best player, pitcher, rookie and comeback player in each league. The Player of the Year and Marvin Miller Man of the Year awards bestow top honors without regard to league. Balloting of all Major League players for the Players Choice Awards was conducted in September under the supervision of accounting firm KPMG.
Players Choice Awards winners will recommend the charities of their choice to receive grants from the Major League Baseball Players Trust totaling $260,000. Since 1992, the Players Trust has contributed more than $3.5 million dollars to charities around the world in honor of Players Choice Award winners.
The 2009 Players Choice Awards finalists are [winners in bold & underlined]:
American League:
Outstanding Rookie: Elvis Andrus (Texas), Gordon Beckham (Chicago White Sox), Jeff Niemann (Tampa Bay)
Comeback Player: Russell Branyan (Seattle), Aaron Hill (Toronto), Scott Podsednik (Chicago White Sox)
Outstanding Pitcher: Roy Halladay (Toronto), Zack Greinke (Kansas City), C.C. Sabathia (NY Yankees)
Outstanding Player: Derek Jeter (NY Yankees), Joe Mauer (Minnesota), Kendry Morales (LA Angels of Anaheim)
National League:
Outstanding Rookie: Chris Coghlan (Florida), Tommy Hanson (Atlanta), J.A. Happ (Philadelphia)
Comeback Player: Aaron Boone (Houston), Chris Carpenter (St. Louis), Nick Johnson (Florida)
Outstanding Pitcher: Chris Carpenter (St. Louis), Tim Lincecum (San Francisco), Adam Wainwright (St. Louis)
Outstanding Player: Prince Fielder (Milwaukee), Albert Pujols (St. Louis), Hanley Ramirez (Florida)
Either League:
Man of the Year: Curtis Granderson (Detroit), Torii Hunter (LA Angeles of Anaheim), Albert Pujols (St. Louis)
Player of Year: Joe Mauer (Minnesota), Albert Pujols (St. Louis), Hanley Ramirez (Florida)
In Play! Magazine would like to congratulate Curtis Granderson! Keep up the good work Grandy!
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Thursday, October 29, 2009
Random Thoughts From Around the Leagues
By Denny McLain
In Play Magazine
MLB Musings…
You have to say one thing, these baseball playoffs have been the best that baseball can offer. The game can’t get much better then what we have seen, can they? The game literally is never over til the fat lady sings and then it may not be over, depending on what the fat lady is singing?
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Did you know that the owner of the LA Dodgers has fired his wife as president of the Dodgers daily business? Now she is divorcing him. She promises to disclose everything when their first hearing takes place shortly. Look out!
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I just can’t imagine how the hell every domestic dispute winds up in the papers, TMZ and all of the morning radio shows. Whether it’s Kate and her eight, Orange County jerk-offs, the NJ mobsters or a host of any others. This is crazy!
What is really crazy is; I can’t wait to see each of these stupid shows each week! God forbid my wife would want to do a live reality show, oh my god!
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Bobby Abreu, who no one really wanted and surely didn’t want to pay lots of money, is now being courted by the Angels for more than $16 million, a contract extension and a huge raise! See what happens when the post season runs crazy?
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Isn’t it time for another baseball star’s name to be release who tested positive for roids? It seems to happen about this time of year?
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Will the Tigers hire a real pitching coach? Someone who understands the game and how to win and perform consistently? Why do these major league managers always go for pitching coaches who only know how to say “Yes Master, Yes Master, anything you want Jimmy.”
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Does anyone think that Brandon Inge, now about to get surgery performed on his knees will improve his batting average, hell no! A .230 hitter is always a .230 hitter, Brandon you should walk on my knees, the two guys walking on mine are killing me!
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MLB Musings…
You have to say one thing, these baseball playoffs have been the best that baseball can offer. The game can’t get much better then what we have seen, can they? The game literally is never over til the fat lady sings and then it may not be over, depending on what the fat lady is singing?
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Did you know that the owner of the LA Dodgers has fired his wife as president of the Dodgers daily business? Now she is divorcing him. She promises to disclose everything when their first hearing takes place shortly. Look out!
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I just can’t imagine how the hell every domestic dispute winds up in the papers, TMZ and all of the morning radio shows. Whether it’s Kate and her eight, Orange County jerk-offs, the NJ mobsters or a host of any others. This is crazy!
What is really crazy is; I can’t wait to see each of these stupid shows each week! God forbid my wife would want to do a live reality show, oh my god!
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Bobby Abreu, who no one really wanted and surely didn’t want to pay lots of money, is now being courted by the Angels for more than $16 million, a contract extension and a huge raise! See what happens when the post season runs crazy?
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Isn’t it time for another baseball star’s name to be release who tested positive for roids? It seems to happen about this time of year?
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Will the Tigers hire a real pitching coach? Someone who understands the game and how to win and perform consistently? Why do these major league managers always go for pitching coaches who only know how to say “Yes Master, Yes Master, anything you want Jimmy.”
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Does anyone think that Brandon Inge, now about to get surgery performed on his knees will improve his batting average, hell no! A .230 hitter is always a .230 hitter, Brandon you should walk on my knees, the two guys walking on mine are killing me!
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009
SCOTT SIZEMORE UNDERWENT SURGERY TODAY IN DETROIT
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers announced second baseman Scott Sizemore underwent surgery today on his left ankle for his fractured fibula and the associated instability, a procedure performed by Dr. Stephen Lemos at the Detroit Medical Center.
Screws were inserted to stabilize his ankle joint and he has been placed in a splint for the next two weeks. At the end of the two-week period in the splint, Sizemore will wear a cam boot. Sizemore will have the screws removed in January and at that time he will be able to begin full weight-bearing activities.
According to the projected timetable, Sizemore is expected to be ready for the start of Spring Training in February.
He suffered the injury turning a double play pivot in an Arizona Fall League game on October 22.
Sizemore was named the Tigers Minor League Player of the Year in 2009 as he combined to hit .308 (160x520) with 88 runs scored, 39 doubles, five triples, 17 home runs, 66 RBI and 21 stolen bases in 130 games with Double A Erie and Triple A Toledo.
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Screws were inserted to stabilize his ankle joint and he has been placed in a splint for the next two weeks. At the end of the two-week period in the splint, Sizemore will wear a cam boot. Sizemore will have the screws removed in January and at that time he will be able to begin full weight-bearing activities.
According to the projected timetable, Sizemore is expected to be ready for the start of Spring Training in February.
He suffered the injury turning a double play pivot in an Arizona Fall League game on October 22.
Sizemore was named the Tigers Minor League Player of the Year in 2009 as he combined to hit .308 (160x520) with 88 runs scored, 39 doubles, five triples, 17 home runs, 66 RBI and 21 stolen bases in 130 games with Double A Erie and Triple A Toledo.
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Thursday, October 22, 2009
INGE SCHEDULED TO UNDERGO SURGERY ON NOVEMBER 3
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced third baseman Brandon Inge will undergo surgery to address patella tendinitis in both knees that plagued him throughout the 2009 season.
The procedure is scheduled for Tuesday, November 3 and will be performed by Dr. Stephen Lemos at the Detroit Medical Center. According to the projected timetable, Inge is expected to be ready for the start of Spring Training in February.
Inge saw action in 161 games this past season, hitting .230 (129x562) with 27 home runs and 84 RBI.
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Thursday, October 15, 2009
"WILLIE HORTON DAY” CELEBRATED IN MICHIGAN ON SUNDAY OCT 18
DETROIT – For the sixth consecutive year, the state of Michigan will recognize one man’s ability to overcome obstacles and achieve a lifetime of a success when “Willie Horton Day” is celebrated on Sunday, October 18. Willie is the fourth person in Michigan history to be given a day, with the third being Rosa Parks.
Horton, who serves as a Special Assistant to Tigers President, CEO & General Manager David Dombrowski, received this honor in 2004 when Governor Jennifer Granholm signed House Bill No. 5200, which permanently declares October 18 of each year to be known as “Willie Horton Day.” The legislature chose to recognize the seven-time all-star for his humanitarian efforts in the city and the state. The date of the honor also coincides with his birthday.
The youngest of 21 children, Horton was born on October 18, 1942 in Arno, Virginia. At the age of nine, Horton’s family moved to Detroit. By 13, he was turning the heads of area baseball scouts and on August 6, 1961, he became a member of his hometown team when he signed his first professional contract with the Tigers after an outstanding career at Detroit’s Northwestern High School.
His 18-year big league career included 14 seasons with the Tigers and he was an important part of the 1968 World Championship team. A lifetime .273 hitter, Horton had 1,993 hits, 325 home runs and 1,163 RBI over 2,028 games.
Among the many honors he has received in his lifetime, Horton’s uniform number 23 was retired and a statue in his likeness was unveiled by the Tigers on July 15, 2000 and stands among the Tigers Hall of Famers. On August 6, 2004, Detroit Northwestern High School named their newly constructed baseball and softball fields as the Willie Horton Baseball and Softball Diamonds. A monument in Horton’s honor was installed at the fields in 2005.
On June 14, 2006, the Army honored Willie with one of the highest Military awards to a civilian, and the first professional athlete awarded the Order of Saint Maurice. His loyal support and distinguished contributions have been ongoing for many years to our Military.
Horton remains active in the community, working in partnership with Don Bosco Hall to host the annual Willie Horton Batting for Kids event at Comerica Park. The event allows youth ages 7-14 the chance to showcase their skills in throwing, batting and base running on the field at Comerica Park. Winners are honored each year in a pre-game, on-field ceremony.
Additionally, Horton sponsors a $5,000 scholarship that is awarded annually to a high school senior from his alma mater, Detroit Northwestern High School.
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Horton, who serves as a Special Assistant to Tigers President, CEO & General Manager David Dombrowski, received this honor in 2004 when Governor Jennifer Granholm signed House Bill No. 5200, which permanently declares October 18 of each year to be known as “Willie Horton Day.” The legislature chose to recognize the seven-time all-star for his humanitarian efforts in the city and the state. The date of the honor also coincides with his birthday.
The youngest of 21 children, Horton was born on October 18, 1942 in Arno, Virginia. At the age of nine, Horton’s family moved to Detroit. By 13, he was turning the heads of area baseball scouts and on August 6, 1961, he became a member of his hometown team when he signed his first professional contract with the Tigers after an outstanding career at Detroit’s Northwestern High School.
His 18-year big league career included 14 seasons with the Tigers and he was an important part of the 1968 World Championship team. A lifetime .273 hitter, Horton had 1,993 hits, 325 home runs and 1,163 RBI over 2,028 games.
Among the many honors he has received in his lifetime, Horton’s uniform number 23 was retired and a statue in his likeness was unveiled by the Tigers on July 15, 2000 and stands among the Tigers Hall of Famers. On August 6, 2004, Detroit Northwestern High School named their newly constructed baseball and softball fields as the Willie Horton Baseball and Softball Diamonds. A monument in Horton’s honor was installed at the fields in 2005.
On June 14, 2006, the Army honored Willie with one of the highest Military awards to a civilian, and the first professional athlete awarded the Order of Saint Maurice. His loyal support and distinguished contributions have been ongoing for many years to our Military.
Horton remains active in the community, working in partnership with Don Bosco Hall to host the annual Willie Horton Batting for Kids event at Comerica Park. The event allows youth ages 7-14 the chance to showcase their skills in throwing, batting and base running on the field at Comerica Park. Winners are honored each year in a pre-game, on-field ceremony.
Additionally, Horton sponsors a $5,000 scholarship that is awarded annually to a high school senior from his alma mater, Detroit Northwestern High School.
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Friday, October 9, 2009
Denny McLain's Season Finale Tigers Report
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Denny talks about the issues he sees with the Tigers and questions some of the decisions Skipper Jim Leyland made in the final and biggest game of the year. McLain chimes in on the Cabrera incident and compares it to his playing days and the 68 team.
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Denny talks about the issues he sees with the Tigers and questions some of the decisions Skipper Jim Leyland made in the final and biggest game of the year. McLain chimes in on the Cabrera incident and compares it to his playing days and the 68 team.
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FIVE MEMBERS OF TIGERS COACHING STAFF INVITED BACK
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has invited back five members of the coaching staff for the 2010 season. Infield coach Rafael Belliard, bullpen coach Jeff Jones, pitching coach Rick Knapp, third base coach Gene Lamont and hitting coach Lloyd McClendon all have been invited back to be part of Jim Leyland’s staff next season.
Additionally, first base, outfield and baserunning coach Andy Van Slyke has decided to pursue other opportunities and will not return to the staff in 2010.
Belliard, Lamont and McClendon have all been part of Leyland’s staff since the 2006 season. Jones joined the staff for the 2007 season, while the 2009 season was Knapp’s first as the club’s pitching coach.
Van Slyke had served in his role on Leyland’s staff for each of the past four seasons (2006-09).
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Additionally, first base, outfield and baserunning coach Andy Van Slyke has decided to pursue other opportunities and will not return to the staff in 2010.
Belliard, Lamont and McClendon have all been part of Leyland’s staff since the 2006 season. Jones joined the staff for the 2007 season, while the 2009 season was Knapp’s first as the club’s pitching coach.
Van Slyke had served in his role on Leyland’s staff for each of the past four seasons (2006-09).
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Wednesday, October 7, 2009
TIGER MANAGER CHOKED? THE TRUTH OF THE MATTER.
By Denny McLain
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Our city and state could have got some good old fashioned energy from what could have been. The dying September our Tigers had was dreadful and did not have to happen!
This was a tragedy that the Tigers lost the division. It should have been impossible to lose the division title in the world’s worst division in baseball, absolutely the worst! Where would we have finished in a real division with real teams? Based upon what this team did against Boston, New York and the Angels, I think we all know without saying it, right?
If you analyze the Tigers plight for the last month, allowing all of the rookies (or not tested players) so much playing time with four weeks to go either shows that Leyland could not really manage the troops or he choked.
The following are just two examples…and folks there are hundreds for the month of September.
When Porcello was pulled again in the one game playoff, Leyland allowed the reliever Zack Miner to stay in the game and pitch to three straight left handed hitters. Jim are we the only ones that knew three left handers were coming up to hit?
Hell folks, Porcello was pitching well. What was it that Jim wanted Porcello to do? Was it that he wanted Porcello to have a chance at winning a huge game? Was it that he was still using that 100 pitch BS theory of his or was there something wrong with Porcello? One thing is for sure, Porcello did not want to come out of that game, that’s’ for sure.
The other example of horrible managing was when Leyland took Mags out of the game. Why in the hell, even with a one run lead, would you take Mags out? He has been good to play in a zillion innings all year long and now in the most important inning of all time, he is sitting! Man, oh man!
Porcello may not have the “best stuff” on the team, but he is the “best pitcher” on the team. He has more savvy than anyone on the staff including Verlander who has incredible stuff, but has yet to learn how to use it.
Striking out 260 guys is not the measurement that we use. It’s the number of runs we give up, look at Verlander’s ERA folks, look at the number of times that he had a “brain fart.” Sailing along and all of a sudden, BOOM! Gives up three, four or even more runs.
Hey folks he won at least three or four games this year sitting on the bench after he had been pulled at a half inning.
Now, I blame these brain farts on the pitching coaches or the manager, don’t any of them understand the art of pitching?
When was the last time we had a guy here who was a “pitcher” in a real sense of the word? Kenny Rogers is one of the few that I recall and had Kenny had Verlander’s stuff he would have challenged 30 wins possibly. He knew how to pitch my friends.
These “brain farts” are nothing more than not knowing how to pitch, a “brain fart” is when the pitcher thinks he can just keep throwing the same pitch, one after another. The concentration is gone. The thought process if any is just throw it and throw it and throw it…then BA-BOOM!
If someone doesn’t get hold of Porcello and Verlander more sooner than later, we are going to have two very good throwers, but not very good pitchers.
I ask you one question.
If Verlander ever loses his fastball what does he have left? Because if he has not learned how to pitch by the time the fastball starts to slow down, he will be out of the game quick!
Now what can a real pitching coach mean, not one of the ass-kissing pals of the manager. God, you have even heard Jim Price talk about the “art of pitching.” That is just not the case here in Detroit.
I think the last good pitching coach who had command of the “art” was the great and funny Art Fowler. A good man, a good pitching coach, and a guy who understood the “art” in every sense of the word. He could walk and talk the “art”.
It is time for the Tigers front office to find someone who understands the “art” and to bring that guy in to only talk about pitching> Not how fast you throw and not how many you strikeout. It’s all about winning, but winning by controlling the game, not just pumping up and trying to see how high they can get the speed gun number. This contraption is the biggest piece of dog & pony BS that has ever been allowed into the game.
Pitchers are hurting themselves pitching against that “gun!”
Prime example, “Zoom-Zoom,” another one who has never figured out that these are major league hitters, not the high schoolers that he was facing a few years ago. Just take a look at his minor league stats, not impressive folks. Another one, if he ever loses his fastball, he’ll be pumping gas or riding his dirt bike again in the hills of California.
Although with some of the things that he has been rumored to have done, losing his fastball will be the least of his issues.
Do you think today Illitch would like to get back that contract extension he gave Leyland?
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Our city and state could have got some good old fashioned energy from what could have been. The dying September our Tigers had was dreadful and did not have to happen!
This was a tragedy that the Tigers lost the division. It should have been impossible to lose the division title in the world’s worst division in baseball, absolutely the worst! Where would we have finished in a real division with real teams? Based upon what this team did against Boston, New York and the Angels, I think we all know without saying it, right?
If you analyze the Tigers plight for the last month, allowing all of the rookies (or not tested players) so much playing time with four weeks to go either shows that Leyland could not really manage the troops or he choked.
The following are just two examples…and folks there are hundreds for the month of September.
When Porcello was pulled again in the one game playoff, Leyland allowed the reliever Zack Miner to stay in the game and pitch to three straight left handed hitters. Jim are we the only ones that knew three left handers were coming up to hit?
Hell folks, Porcello was pitching well. What was it that Jim wanted Porcello to do? Was it that he wanted Porcello to have a chance at winning a huge game? Was it that he was still using that 100 pitch BS theory of his or was there something wrong with Porcello? One thing is for sure, Porcello did not want to come out of that game, that’s’ for sure.
The other example of horrible managing was when Leyland took Mags out of the game. Why in the hell, even with a one run lead, would you take Mags out? He has been good to play in a zillion innings all year long and now in the most important inning of all time, he is sitting! Man, oh man!
Porcello may not have the “best stuff” on the team, but he is the “best pitcher” on the team. He has more savvy than anyone on the staff including Verlander who has incredible stuff, but has yet to learn how to use it.
Striking out 260 guys is not the measurement that we use. It’s the number of runs we give up, look at Verlander’s ERA folks, look at the number of times that he had a “brain fart.” Sailing along and all of a sudden, BOOM! Gives up three, four or even more runs.
Hey folks he won at least three or four games this year sitting on the bench after he had been pulled at a half inning.
Now, I blame these brain farts on the pitching coaches or the manager, don’t any of them understand the art of pitching?
When was the last time we had a guy here who was a “pitcher” in a real sense of the word? Kenny Rogers is one of the few that I recall and had Kenny had Verlander’s stuff he would have challenged 30 wins possibly. He knew how to pitch my friends.
These “brain farts” are nothing more than not knowing how to pitch, a “brain fart” is when the pitcher thinks he can just keep throwing the same pitch, one after another. The concentration is gone. The thought process if any is just throw it and throw it and throw it…then BA-BOOM!
If someone doesn’t get hold of Porcello and Verlander more sooner than later, we are going to have two very good throwers, but not very good pitchers.
I ask you one question.
If Verlander ever loses his fastball what does he have left? Because if he has not learned how to pitch by the time the fastball starts to slow down, he will be out of the game quick!
Now what can a real pitching coach mean, not one of the ass-kissing pals of the manager. God, you have even heard Jim Price talk about the “art of pitching.” That is just not the case here in Detroit.
I think the last good pitching coach who had command of the “art” was the great and funny Art Fowler. A good man, a good pitching coach, and a guy who understood the “art” in every sense of the word. He could walk and talk the “art”.
It is time for the Tigers front office to find someone who understands the “art” and to bring that guy in to only talk about pitching> Not how fast you throw and not how many you strikeout. It’s all about winning, but winning by controlling the game, not just pumping up and trying to see how high they can get the speed gun number. This contraption is the biggest piece of dog & pony BS that has ever been allowed into the game.
Pitchers are hurting themselves pitching against that “gun!”
Prime example, “Zoom-Zoom,” another one who has never figured out that these are major league hitters, not the high schoolers that he was facing a few years ago. Just take a look at his minor league stats, not impressive folks. Another one, if he ever loses his fastball, he’ll be pumping gas or riding his dirt bike again in the hills of California.
Although with some of the things that he has been rumored to have done, losing his fastball will be the least of his issues.
Do you think today Illitch would like to get back that contract extension he gave Leyland?
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
One Pitch at a Time Tonight Boys!
By Denny McLain
Oct, 6 Eve of the ALC Tie Breaker.
It is time to get the children off the street! The game is about to start.
If you could sit in the clubhouse tonight you would see guys tossing their cookies, and folks, getting a little ill is incredible for the pros!
From my experience of pitching in the World Series I would offer the guys this advice.
If they play one pitch, one out per hitter, they have a chance.
But if they look ahead to the 7,8, and 9th innings they will be in trouble.
Deep breaths, one pitch at a time and play small ball.
Anything can happen if you can get ahead by one.
Tigers Win 8-7!!!
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Oct, 6 Eve of the ALC Tie Breaker.
It is time to get the children off the street! The game is about to start.
If you could sit in the clubhouse tonight you would see guys tossing their cookies, and folks, getting a little ill is incredible for the pros!
From my experience of pitching in the World Series I would offer the guys this advice.
If they play one pitch, one out per hitter, they have a chance.
But if they look ahead to the 7,8, and 9th innings they will be in trouble.
Deep breaths, one pitch at a time and play small ball.
Anything can happen if you can get ahead by one.
Tigers Win 8-7!!!
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Monday, October 5, 2009
MIGUEL CABRERA STATEMENT CONCERNING 911 CALL
Today the Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera issued this statement concerning the 911 call to police causing them to respond to his home in Birmingham, Mi.
No charges were filed.
Here is Cabrera's statement.
"There was an incident that took place on Saturday and it is a personal matter. I am sorry this has become a distraction, and I apologize to the Tigers, my teammates, and all of the fans. I would appreciate it if you would respect my family's privacy as I prepare for our next game."
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No charges were filed.
Here is Cabrera's statement.
"There was an incident that took place on Saturday and it is a personal matter. I am sorry this has become a distraction, and I apologize to the Tigers, my teammates, and all of the fans. I would appreciate it if you would respect my family's privacy as I prepare for our next game."
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Saturday, October 3, 2009
Friday, October 2, 2009
Denny McLain's Tigers Report for Oct 2
Denny McLain's Tigers Report for Oct 2.
McLain doesn't understand why so many inexperienced players are starting and why Polonco isn't?
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McLain doesn't understand why so many inexperienced players are starting and why Polonco isn't?
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Wednesday, September 30, 2009
'84 Tigers gather for reunion
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The game may have been rained out, but the '84 Tigers Championship Reunion went on as scheduled Monday at Comerica Park. Here is a taste of a few of the sights In-Play! Magazine captured at the event....but make sure to check out the next issue of the magazine for in-depth coverage of the event and thoughts from Lance Parrish, Jack Morris, Alan Trammell and more!
Lance Parrish signing seats from old Tigers Stadium.....
Sparky Anderson joking with Alan Trammell while the group gets ready for the team photo...
Former Tigers and coaches from the '84 Championship team posing for the team photo...
FUN, FACTS AND FIGURES FOR TODAYS TIGERS GAME SEPT 30
FUN, FACTS AND FIGURES FOR TODAYS TIGERS GAME SEPT 30 VS THE MINNESOTA TWINS
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Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Tigers (Lyon) Blow Golden Opportunity
The wheels continue to wobble out of control for Tigers pitching, particularly the closers.
With the game tied 1-1 in the top of the 10th Tiger closer Brandon Lyon blew the game with back to back wild pitches moving the man on first to third and then loading the bases.
The Twins would score two runs to make it 3-2 going into the bottom of the 10th.
Granderson tried his best to help out with a solo shot to right field to make it 3-2, but it wasn't enough as the Tigers drop the first game of the double header 3-2.
Minnesota is now one game back in the A.L. Central with first place up for grabs in game two of today's double header later on tonight.
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With the game tied 1-1 in the top of the 10th Tiger closer Brandon Lyon blew the game with back to back wild pitches moving the man on first to third and then loading the bases.
The Twins would score two runs to make it 3-2 going into the bottom of the 10th.
Granderson tried his best to help out with a solo shot to right field to make it 3-2, but it wasn't enough as the Tigers drop the first game of the double header 3-2.
Minnesota is now one game back in the A.L. Central with first place up for grabs in game two of today's double header later on tonight.
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Monday, September 28, 2009
TIGERS VERSUS TWINS GAME 9/28 POSTPONED DUE TO RAIN
Makeup Game Scheduled as Part of Split Doubleheader Tomorrow at 12:05 p.m.
DETROIT – Tonight’s scheduled game against the Minnesota Twins at Comerica Park has been postponed due to rain and impending rain.
The game will be made up tomorrow as the first game of a split doubleheader, which will begin at 12:05 p.m. The afternoon game will be followed by the regularly scheduled game at 7:05 p.m.Tickets for tonight’s game will be honored for the first game on Tuesday at 12:05 p.m.
Gates for tomorrow’s first game will open at 10:30 a.m.
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DETROIT – Tonight’s scheduled game against the Minnesota Twins at Comerica Park has been postponed due to rain and impending rain.
The game will be made up tomorrow as the first game of a split doubleheader, which will begin at 12:05 p.m. The afternoon game will be followed by the regularly scheduled game at 7:05 p.m.Tickets for tonight’s game will be honored for the first game on Tuesday at 12:05 p.m.
Gates for tomorrow’s first game will open at 10:30 a.m.
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Sunday, September 27, 2009
Choke Time! By Denny McLain
Choke Time!
By Denny McLain
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Now it is real easy to point out the choking going on right now with our Tigers and chocking it is! But, don’t worry, the division is so bad that they will limp into the playoffs despite the play of everyone, people missing tags and cut-off men is a sign of real chokers. But, Leyland has to play the veterans now or he will lose this division.
You don’t play kids when the games are so critical, so Jim, play the real guys, real veterans and win you shall, but to play the kids out there will choke it up pretty bad.
Now, onto the ‘84 Tigers. There is a celebration of the 84 Tigers this Monday (Sept 28) at the ballpark and rightfully there should be. After all, they did celebrate the ‘68 guys.
I heard radio hosts popping off that Sparky Anderson should have a statue out there in the park, or retire his number for his contributions as a manager here in Detroit.
Come on folks! If we are handing out honors and statues in the ball park now for what Sparky did, let’s go back to ‘68 and give Mayo Smith and some other guys from that team a statue as well.
After all, that team did more for the city of Detroit and Michigan in 1968 than any other pro franchise in the history of this city. So let’s stop the silliness of another statue! Before you fly off the handle you should be at least 55 years old so you can remember what shape this city was in 1968.
Ernie Harwell’s name has also been coming up.
Hell, there are some people that don’t think Ernie should have his statue in the entrance to the park. “After all, what did he do but sit on his butt and broadcast games”, they say.
I am talking about the game of baseball and nothing else. I thought that the theme of the ball park was about the game itself, not for things people may or may not do off the field.
After all, if you are going to honor people for contributions to the city and for the Tigers, none were better and more generous then the guys from the ‘68 team. There was no function they didn’t attend when asked…not.
So let’s get real, if Sparky is going to get a statue, than Mayo Smith should get one too.
Stop and get real, cause this disingenuous ass-kissing of Sparky is a bit more than silly.
By Denny McLain
In Play! Magazine
Now it is real easy to point out the choking going on right now with our Tigers and chocking it is! But, don’t worry, the division is so bad that they will limp into the playoffs despite the play of everyone, people missing tags and cut-off men is a sign of real chokers. But, Leyland has to play the veterans now or he will lose this division.
You don’t play kids when the games are so critical, so Jim, play the real guys, real veterans and win you shall, but to play the kids out there will choke it up pretty bad.
Now, onto the ‘84 Tigers. There is a celebration of the 84 Tigers this Monday (Sept 28) at the ballpark and rightfully there should be. After all, they did celebrate the ‘68 guys.
I heard radio hosts popping off that Sparky Anderson should have a statue out there in the park, or retire his number for his contributions as a manager here in Detroit.
Come on folks! If we are handing out honors and statues in the ball park now for what Sparky did, let’s go back to ‘68 and give Mayo Smith and some other guys from that team a statue as well.
After all, that team did more for the city of Detroit and Michigan in 1968 than any other pro franchise in the history of this city. So let’s stop the silliness of another statue! Before you fly off the handle you should be at least 55 years old so you can remember what shape this city was in 1968.
Ernie Harwell’s name has also been coming up.
Hell, there are some people that don’t think Ernie should have his statue in the entrance to the park. “After all, what did he do but sit on his butt and broadcast games”, they say.
I am talking about the game of baseball and nothing else. I thought that the theme of the ball park was about the game itself, not for things people may or may not do off the field.
After all, if you are going to honor people for contributions to the city and for the Tigers, none were better and more generous then the guys from the ‘68 team. There was no function they didn’t attend when asked…not.
So let’s get real, if Sparky is going to get a statue, than Mayo Smith should get one too.
Stop and get real, cause this disingenuous ass-kissing of Sparky is a bit more than silly.
Friday, September 25, 2009
RAPADA ADDED TO THE ROSTER
The Tigers today announced lefthanded pitcher Clay Rapada has been added to the club’s active roster. He compiled a 4-2 record, 2.76 ERA (45.2IP/14ER), five saves and 47 strikeouts in 42 outings with Triple A Toledo this season. Rapada will join the club in Chicago for tonight's game and wear uniform number 50.
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Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Friday, September 18, 2009
Denny McLain's Tigers Report for Sept 18.
Denny McLain's Tigers Report for Sept 18.
This week Denny pays tribute to Ernie Harwell a man he has known for over 50 years.
McLain also discusses the hitting on the current team.
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Thursday, September 17, 2009
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FIGARO REINSTATED FROM DISABLED LIST
The Tigers today reinstated righthanded pitcher Alfredo Figaro from the 15-day disabled list. He has been sidelined since June 28 with a right wrist sprain. Figaro saw action in five relief outings with Double A Erie during an injury rehabilitation assignment, compiling a 1-1 record, 0.75 ERA (12.0IP/1ER) and 10 strikeouts.
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Tuesday, September 15, 2009
In Play! MagazineTIGERS RELEASE 2010 HOME SCHEDULE
Red Sox and Yankees Highlight Comerica Park Schedule
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today released their 2010 home schedule, which features 81 games at Comerica Park, including contests against American League Central Division rivals, Interleague games against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Pittsburgh Pirates and Washington Nationals, as well as a four-game series versus the New York Yankees and a three-game series against the Boston Red Sox.
A charter member of the American League since 1901, the Tigers will begin their 109th season on the road as they visit the Kansas City Royals for a three-game series, April 5-8 at Kauffman Stadium.
The Tigers will play their 11th home opener at Comerica Park on Friday, April 9 when they host the Cleveland Indians at 1:05 p.m. The series against the Indians continues April 10-11, before the Kansas City Royals visit Detroit for a three-game series April 12-14.
The Tigers welcome the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox for back-to-back series at Comerica Park in May. The Yankees lead off the homestand with a four-game series May 10-13. The Boston Red Sox following with a three-game set May 14-16. To cap a powerhouse homestand, the club finishes up the nine-game stretch at Comerica Park with two games against the Chicago White Sox May 17-18.
Fans currently have the opportunity to place a deposit on 2010 full season ticket plans and receive priority to purchase tickets for all 2009 postseason games. For more details, contact a Tigers account executive by calling 313-471-BALL (2255) or visit www.tigers.com.
The 2010 home schedule is listed on www.tigers.com. All game dates and times are tentative and subject to change.
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DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today released their 2010 home schedule, which features 81 games at Comerica Park, including contests against American League Central Division rivals, Interleague games against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Pittsburgh Pirates and Washington Nationals, as well as a four-game series versus the New York Yankees and a three-game series against the Boston Red Sox.
A charter member of the American League since 1901, the Tigers will begin their 109th season on the road as they visit the Kansas City Royals for a three-game series, April 5-8 at Kauffman Stadium.
The Tigers will play their 11th home opener at Comerica Park on Friday, April 9 when they host the Cleveland Indians at 1:05 p.m. The series against the Indians continues April 10-11, before the Kansas City Royals visit Detroit for a three-game series April 12-14.
The Tigers welcome the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox for back-to-back series at Comerica Park in May. The Yankees lead off the homestand with a four-game series May 10-13. The Boston Red Sox following with a three-game set May 14-16. To cap a powerhouse homestand, the club finishes up the nine-game stretch at Comerica Park with two games against the Chicago White Sox May 17-18.
Fans currently have the opportunity to place a deposit on 2010 full season ticket plans and receive priority to purchase tickets for all 2009 postseason games. For more details, contact a Tigers account executive by calling 313-471-BALL (2255) or visit www.tigers.com.
The 2010 home schedule is listed on www.tigers.com. All game dates and times are tentative and subject to change.
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Monday, September 14, 2009
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Friday, September 11, 2009
DENNY MCLAINS TIGERS REPORT FOR SEPT 11. LISTEN IN.
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Thursday, September 10, 2009
The Lions Win Four, The Tigers Win It All, And Ernie…
The Lions Win Four, The Tigers Win It All, And Ernie…
By Denny McLain/In Play! magazine
Let me start this column off with a chuckle at Jim Brandstatter’s expense. I like him a lot, and even he will laugh a little at this.
As he stated, during Michigan’s first game (Sept 5) in the gifted articulated manner of Jim Price, after only two plays against that powerhouse Western Michigan, Brandstatter stated that when the QB ran the ball up the field about 20 yards that the big difference this year versus last year is the QB can really run. Please guys, after two plays?
If he is that good why isn’t he coach? Jim you almost got canned a couple years ago and that was really wrong but start looking over your shoulder cause there are a million wannaabes out there now willing to work for nothing and I think you know that sir. Be careful!
Over to the Tigers. The division race in Detroit was over in early September, Tigers win! Tiger win! Tigers win! The Playoffs will be interesting if the pitching continues to be as good as it has. My God, if we could play all games at home we would win the entire thing. I do not understand why they don’t win on the road? I loved the road, more peaceful and restful than being at home, but for some reason they can’t hack it, but who knows, maybe the worm will turn.
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By Denny McLain/In Play! magazine
Let me start this column off with a chuckle at Jim Brandstatter’s expense. I like him a lot, and even he will laugh a little at this.
As he stated, during Michigan’s first game (Sept 5) in the gifted articulated manner of Jim Price, after only two plays against that powerhouse Western Michigan, Brandstatter stated that when the QB ran the ball up the field about 20 yards that the big difference this year versus last year is the QB can really run. Please guys, after two plays?
If he is that good why isn’t he coach? Jim you almost got canned a couple years ago and that was really wrong but start looking over your shoulder cause there are a million wannaabes out there now willing to work for nothing and I think you know that sir. Be careful!
Over to the Tigers. The division race in Detroit was over in early September, Tigers win! Tiger win! Tigers win! The Playoffs will be interesting if the pitching continues to be as good as it has. My God, if we could play all games at home we would win the entire thing. I do not understand why they don’t win on the road? I loved the road, more peaceful and restful than being at home, but for some reason they can’t hack it, but who knows, maybe the worm will turn.
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Friday, September 4, 2009
Voice Of The Tigers Mr. Ernie Harwell Diagnosed With Cancer
By Jack Rosenberg/In Play! Magazine
The Detroit Free Press has reported that the voice of the Tigers for many decades, Mr. Ernie Harwell has a tumor in his bile duct, an incurable malady.
Mr. Harwell has reportedly declined surgery at the age of 91.
I had the great pleasure of meeting and talking to Mr. Harwell in the Tigers media booth aptly named the "Ernie Harwell Media Center".
In what began as an interview quickly turned into me just sitting there and listening, on edge, to some great old time baseball stories! The pen never hit the paper and only a small fraction of what we talked about made it to print.
But I have the memory of talking to one of the greatest men in baseball. Take care of yourself Mr. Harwell...
For Tiger fans who would like to send along their best wishes. Per Mr. Harwell's request, please send your cards or letters to his close friend and advisor: S. Gary Spicer 16845 Kercheval Suite 5 Grosse Pointe, MI 48230 Cards and letters received will be hand delivered to Mr. Harwell.
The Detroit Free Press has reported that the voice of the Tigers for many decades, Mr. Ernie Harwell has a tumor in his bile duct, an incurable malady.
Mr. Harwell has reportedly declined surgery at the age of 91.
I had the great pleasure of meeting and talking to Mr. Harwell in the Tigers media booth aptly named the "Ernie Harwell Media Center".
In what began as an interview quickly turned into me just sitting there and listening, on edge, to some great old time baseball stories! The pen never hit the paper and only a small fraction of what we talked about made it to print.
But I have the memory of talking to one of the greatest men in baseball. Take care of yourself Mr. Harwell...
For Tiger fans who would like to send along their best wishes. Per Mr. Harwell's request, please send your cards or letters to his close friend and advisor: S. Gary Spicer 16845 Kercheval Suite 5 Grosse Pointe, MI 48230 Cards and letters received will be hand delivered to Mr. Harwell.
Denny McLain's Tigers Report for September 4
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Thursday, September 3, 2009
FUN, FACTS AND FIGURES FOR TODAYS TIGERS GAME SEPT 3
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Wednesday, September 2, 2009
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CURTIS GRANDERSON NOMINEE 2009 CLEMENTE AWARD
Fans Have Opportunity to Vote Online for the National Winner of Prestigious Award.
Curtis Granderson today was named the Detroit Tigers nominee for the 2009 Roberto Clemente Award presented by Chevy. He is one of 30 Major League Club nominees for the national 2009 Roberto Clemente Award, which is given annually to the Major League Baseball player who combines exceptional performance on the baseball field with devoted work in the community.
Tomorrow will mark the eighth annual Roberto Clemente Day, which was established by Major League Baseball to honor the legacy of Roberto Clemente. Fans are encouraged to participate in the selection of the national winner of the Roberto Clemente Award presented by Chevy. From September 2 through October 4, 2009, fans can log on to www.chevy.com/clemente and vote for one of the 30 Club nominees.
The Roberto Clemente Award presented by Chevy, is part of Chevy’s official sponsorship of Major League Baseball, and recognizes those players who best represent the game of baseball through sportsmanship, community involvement and positive contributions to their teams. The award is named for Clemente, a 12-time All-Star and Hall of Famer who died on New Year’s Eve 1972 while attempting to deliver supplies to earthquake victims in Nicaragua. This award perpetuates Clemente’s legacy and character by recognizing current-day players who truly understand the value of helping others.
As the son of two educators and a graduate of the University of Illinois-Chicago, Granderson is committed to making education the focal point of his message to the world’s youth. It is his passion, principles and vision that lead to the creation of the Grand Kids Foundation. In addition to founding and serving on the board of this charitable organization, Granderson attends fundraisers throughout the year to raise funds supporting the cause of the organization.
Granderson’s compassion for working with youth extends beyond the classroom as he continues to share his enthusiasm of the game with baseball fans around the world. Since the inception of Play Baseball Detroit in 2008, he has visited more than 1,400 youth in the city of Detroit encouraging all to get involved or stay involved with organized youth baseball. Play Baseball Detroit is a comprehensive urban youth baseball outreach program dedicated to encouraging and supporting youth baseball and softball.
Granderson will be recognized for his nomination during an on-field, pregame ceremony prior to the Tigers 7:05 p.m. game on Wednesday, September 2 at Comerica Park.
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Curtis Granderson today was named the Detroit Tigers nominee for the 2009 Roberto Clemente Award presented by Chevy. He is one of 30 Major League Club nominees for the national 2009 Roberto Clemente Award, which is given annually to the Major League Baseball player who combines exceptional performance on the baseball field with devoted work in the community.
Tomorrow will mark the eighth annual Roberto Clemente Day, which was established by Major League Baseball to honor the legacy of Roberto Clemente. Fans are encouraged to participate in the selection of the national winner of the Roberto Clemente Award presented by Chevy. From September 2 through October 4, 2009, fans can log on to www.chevy.com/clemente and vote for one of the 30 Club nominees.
The Roberto Clemente Award presented by Chevy, is part of Chevy’s official sponsorship of Major League Baseball, and recognizes those players who best represent the game of baseball through sportsmanship, community involvement and positive contributions to their teams. The award is named for Clemente, a 12-time All-Star and Hall of Famer who died on New Year’s Eve 1972 while attempting to deliver supplies to earthquake victims in Nicaragua. This award perpetuates Clemente’s legacy and character by recognizing current-day players who truly understand the value of helping others.
As the son of two educators and a graduate of the University of Illinois-Chicago, Granderson is committed to making education the focal point of his message to the world’s youth. It is his passion, principles and vision that lead to the creation of the Grand Kids Foundation. In addition to founding and serving on the board of this charitable organization, Granderson attends fundraisers throughout the year to raise funds supporting the cause of the organization.
Granderson’s compassion for working with youth extends beyond the classroom as he continues to share his enthusiasm of the game with baseball fans around the world. Since the inception of Play Baseball Detroit in 2008, he has visited more than 1,400 youth in the city of Detroit encouraging all to get involved or stay involved with organized youth baseball. Play Baseball Detroit is a comprehensive urban youth baseball outreach program dedicated to encouraging and supporting youth baseball and softball.
Granderson will be recognized for his nomination during an on-field, pregame ceremony prior to the Tigers 7:05 p.m. game on Wednesday, September 2 at Comerica Park.
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Fun, Facts and Figures For Tonights Tigers Game Sept 1
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BONDERMAN RECALLED, TIGERS MAKE ROSTER CHANGES.
- The Tigers recalled righthanded pitcher Jeremy Bonderman from his injury rehabilitation assignment with Triple A Toledo and reinstated him from the disabled list. He posted an 0-3 record and 5.79 ERA (14.0IP/9ER) in 11 relief appearances during his injury rehab assignment with the Mud Hens.
- The Tigers recalled the contract of righthanded pitcher Eddie Bonine from Triple A Toledo. Bonine posted a 4-5 record and 4.41 ERA (102.0IP/50ER) in 17 starts with the Mud Hens.
- The club recalled the contract of righthanded pitcher Casey Fien from Triple A Toledo. He posted a 2-1 record, 3.41 ERA (58.0IP/22ER) and 14 saves in 42 appearances with the Mud Hens.
• Detroit recalled the contract of catcher Dusty Ryan from Triple A Toledo. He hit .257 52x202) with 10 home runs and 35 RBI in 63 games with the Mud Hens.
- The Tigers recalled the contract of outfielder Wilkin Ramirez from Triple A Toledo. He hit .258 (112x434) with 18 doubles, six triples, 17 home runs, 51 RBI and 33 stolen bases in 113 games with the Mud Hens.
- Additionally, the club purchased the contract of shortstop Brent Dlugach from Triple A Toledo. Dlugach batted .294 (137x466) with 36 doubles, four triples, nine home runs and 59 RBI in 125 games with the Mud Hens. He will wear number 27.
- To make room for Dlugach on the club’s 40-man roster, the Tigers recalled the contract of infielder Michael Hollimon from Double A Erie and placed him on the 60-day disabled list as he recovers from right shoulder surgery.
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- The Tigers recalled the contract of righthanded pitcher Eddie Bonine from Triple A Toledo. Bonine posted a 4-5 record and 4.41 ERA (102.0IP/50ER) in 17 starts with the Mud Hens.
- The club recalled the contract of righthanded pitcher Casey Fien from Triple A Toledo. He posted a 2-1 record, 3.41 ERA (58.0IP/22ER) and 14 saves in 42 appearances with the Mud Hens.
• Detroit recalled the contract of catcher Dusty Ryan from Triple A Toledo. He hit .257 52x202) with 10 home runs and 35 RBI in 63 games with the Mud Hens.
- The Tigers recalled the contract of outfielder Wilkin Ramirez from Triple A Toledo. He hit .258 (112x434) with 18 doubles, six triples, 17 home runs, 51 RBI and 33 stolen bases in 113 games with the Mud Hens.
- Additionally, the club purchased the contract of shortstop Brent Dlugach from Triple A Toledo. Dlugach batted .294 (137x466) with 36 doubles, four triples, nine home runs and 59 RBI in 125 games with the Mud Hens. He will wear number 27.
- To make room for Dlugach on the club’s 40-man roster, the Tigers recalled the contract of infielder Michael Hollimon from Double A Erie and placed him on the 60-day disabled list as he recovers from right shoulder surgery.
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Friday, August 28, 2009
Denny McLain's Tigers Report for Aug 28 Funny Stuff...Take a Listen.
Denny McLain's Tigers Report for Aug 28 Funny Stuff...Take a Listen.
Love him or hate him. Denny knows baseball.
The last 30 game winner - MLB record.
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Love him or hate him. Denny knows baseball.
The last 30 game winner - MLB record.
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Thursday, August 20, 2009
In Play! MagazineWednesday, August 19, 2009
FUN, FACTS AND FIGURES FOR TONIGHTS TIGERS GAME AUG 19
FUN, FACTS AND FIGURES FOR TONIGHTS TIGERSGAME VS THE SEATTLE MARINERS - AUG 19
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
FUN, FACTS AND FIGURES FOR TONIGHTS TIGERS GAME AUG 18
FUN, FACTS AND FIGURES FOR TONIGHTS TIGERS GAME VS THE SEATLE MARINERS
TIGERS ROSTER CHANGES - AUG 18
The Tigers today announced that the club has optioned the contract of righthanded pitcher Eddie Bonine to Triple A Toledo. Aubrey Huff, acquired yesterday from Baltimore, will take Bonine's spot on the 25-man roster.
TIGERS AGREE TO TERMS WITH DRAFT SELECTIONS
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has agreed to terms on a four-year contract (with club options for 2014 and 2015) with righthanded pitcher Jacob Turner, the team’s first-round selection (ninth overall pick) in the 2009 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft from Westminster Christian Academy in St. Louis, MO. Additionally, the club has agreed to terms with lefthanded pitcher Andy Oliver, the team’s second-round selection from Oklahoma State University and shortstop Daniel Fields, the team’s sixth-round selection from University of Detroit Jesuit High School.
Turner compiled a 7-2 record and 0.60 ERA as a senior at Westminster Christian Academy in 2009. He fanned 113 batters in 58.1 innings pitched, while issuing only 13 walks. Turner was selected as a High School All-American by Baseball America following the season. The 6-5, 210-pound righthander was rated by Baseball America as the fifth-best prospect in the draft, while he was rated as possessing the second-best fastball among all draft-eligible high school prospects this year. Turner was selected the Gatorade Player of the Year in Missouri in 2009, while he pitched for Team USA during the summer of 2008.
Oliver compiled an 18-9 record, 4.02 ERA (230.2IP/103ER) and 235 strikeouts in 45 appearances (41 games started) over his three-year career at Oklahoma State University. He earned All-Big-12 Conference honors as a sophomore in 2008 after posting a 7-2 record, 2.20 ERA (98.1IP/24ER) and 96 strikeouts in 15 games (14 games started). Oliver was rated as the 21st-best prospect in this year’s draft by Baseball America. A 6-3, 210-pound lefthanded pitcher, Oliver saw action with Team USA during the summer of 2008. He finished 2-0 with a 0.93 ERA, as he fanned 24 batters in 19.1 innings pitched. Oliver was tabbed the 10th-best prospect in the Cape Cod League by Baseball America in the summer of 2007 after compiling a 1-1 record, 1.41 ERA and 54 strikeouts for Wareham.
Fields was tabbed a Second-Team High School All-American by Baseball America after hitting .596 (34x57) with 50 runs scored, five doubles, a triple, 13 home runs, 43 RBI and 30 stolen bases for the University of Detroit Jesuit High School. He was selected the 2009 MHSAA Mr. Baseball for the state of Michigan. Fields is the son of former Tigers outfielder and coach Bruce Fields.
Additionally, the Tigers agreed to terms with first baseman/lefthanded pitcher James Robbins. Robbins was the club’s 30th-round selection from Shorecrest High School in Washington.
After agreeing to terms with these four players, the Tigers signed 25 players from this year’s draft.
In a related move, the Tigers today designated the contract of righthanded pitcher Chris Lambert for assignment to create a spot on the club’s 40-man roster for Turner.
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Turner compiled a 7-2 record and 0.60 ERA as a senior at Westminster Christian Academy in 2009. He fanned 113 batters in 58.1 innings pitched, while issuing only 13 walks. Turner was selected as a High School All-American by Baseball America following the season. The 6-5, 210-pound righthander was rated by Baseball America as the fifth-best prospect in the draft, while he was rated as possessing the second-best fastball among all draft-eligible high school prospects this year. Turner was selected the Gatorade Player of the Year in Missouri in 2009, while he pitched for Team USA during the summer of 2008.
Oliver compiled an 18-9 record, 4.02 ERA (230.2IP/103ER) and 235 strikeouts in 45 appearances (41 games started) over his three-year career at Oklahoma State University. He earned All-Big-12 Conference honors as a sophomore in 2008 after posting a 7-2 record, 2.20 ERA (98.1IP/24ER) and 96 strikeouts in 15 games (14 games started). Oliver was rated as the 21st-best prospect in this year’s draft by Baseball America. A 6-3, 210-pound lefthanded pitcher, Oliver saw action with Team USA during the summer of 2008. He finished 2-0 with a 0.93 ERA, as he fanned 24 batters in 19.1 innings pitched. Oliver was tabbed the 10th-best prospect in the Cape Cod League by Baseball America in the summer of 2007 after compiling a 1-1 record, 1.41 ERA and 54 strikeouts for Wareham.
Fields was tabbed a Second-Team High School All-American by Baseball America after hitting .596 (34x57) with 50 runs scored, five doubles, a triple, 13 home runs, 43 RBI and 30 stolen bases for the University of Detroit Jesuit High School. He was selected the 2009 MHSAA Mr. Baseball for the state of Michigan. Fields is the son of former Tigers outfielder and coach Bruce Fields.
Additionally, the Tigers agreed to terms with first baseman/lefthanded pitcher James Robbins. Robbins was the club’s 30th-round selection from Shorecrest High School in Washington.
After agreeing to terms with these four players, the Tigers signed 25 players from this year’s draft.
In a related move, the Tigers today designated the contract of righthanded pitcher Chris Lambert for assignment to create a spot on the club’s 40-man roster for Turner.
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Monday, August 17, 2009
TIGERS ACQUIRE AUBREY HUFF FROM BALTIMORE ORIOLES
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has acquired infielder/outfielder Aubrey Huff from the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for righthanded pitcher Brett Jacobson.
Huff hit .253 (109x430) with 24 doubles, a triple, 13 home runs and 72 RBI in 110 games with the Orioles this season. He has batted .324 (34x105) with runners in scoring position this season.
“Huff is a quality major league hitter, who adds a lefthanded bat to our lineup and brings versatility to our club with his ability to play numerous positions,” Tigers President, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager David Dombrowski said.
In 10 seasons at the major league level with Tampa Bay (2000-06), Houston (2006) and Baltimore (2007-09), Huff has compiled a .284 batting average (1371x4830), 288 doubles, 201 home runs and 739 RBI in 1,282 games.
Jacobson appeared in 35 games with Single A Lakeland this season, posting a 1-3 record, 3.74 ERA (55.1IP/23ER), six saves and 44 strikeouts. Jacobson’s contract will be assigned to Single A Frederick in the Carolina League.
In a related roster move, the Tigers today transferred righthanded pitcher Joel Zumaya from the 15-day disabled list to the 60-day disabled list.
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Huff hit .253 (109x430) with 24 doubles, a triple, 13 home runs and 72 RBI in 110 games with the Orioles this season. He has batted .324 (34x105) with runners in scoring position this season.
“Huff is a quality major league hitter, who adds a lefthanded bat to our lineup and brings versatility to our club with his ability to play numerous positions,” Tigers President, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager David Dombrowski said.
In 10 seasons at the major league level with Tampa Bay (2000-06), Houston (2006) and Baltimore (2007-09), Huff has compiled a .284 batting average (1371x4830), 288 doubles, 201 home runs and 739 RBI in 1,282 games.
Jacobson appeared in 35 games with Single A Lakeland this season, posting a 1-3 record, 3.74 ERA (55.1IP/23ER), six saves and 44 strikeouts. Jacobson’s contract will be assigned to Single A Frederick in the Carolina League.
In a related roster move, the Tigers today transferred righthanded pitcher Joel Zumaya from the 15-day disabled list to the 60-day disabled list.
WHAT'S YOUR TAKE?
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Fun, Facts & Figures For Todays Tigers Game Aug 16
Fun, Facts & Figures For Todays Tigers Game Aug 16 vs the Kansas City Royals
Friday, August 14, 2009
Sunday, August 9, 2009
FUN, FACTS AND FIGURES FOR TODAYS TIGERS GAME AUG 9
FUN, FACTS AND FIGURES FOR TODAYS TIGERS GAME AUG 9 VS MINNESOTA TWINS
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Friday, August 7, 2009
FUN, FACTS AND FIGURES FOR TONIGHTS TIGERS GAME AGAINST THE MINNESOTA TWINS AUG 7
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Come On Guy...Let 'Em Pitch! By 31-6 Denny McLain
Come On Guy...Let 'Em Pitch!
By 31-6 Denny McLain
Take your hats off folks to Jim Leyland; it’s time he gets a good "nice going".
Now I know that we are a long way from winning anything, but somehow this is looking like a team meant to win this poor division.
Yup, I know what you are saying, the worst division in baseball with the KC guys and the Toronto Jays, but they still have to play the games. And they are in this division.
Our pitching is very good, I don’t like the way they are handling Porcello exactly, Gallaraga is in trouble, they may have destroyed Bonderman (who stole $40 million dollars) when he was very young and now he is literally almost out of the game, but they are making up for it by getting Porcello out of the game before he does something silly or does something to hurt himself.
Folks, the real issue as far as I’m concerned is taking a kid out at the 100 pitch mark all the time.
You never learn how to pitch! You never learn what you really have, cause folks the game really starts in the 6th and 7th inning...you know that, and I do too.
One day Porcello will poop all over himself when he is allowed to keep going to the 6th or 7th inning, and maybe who knows one day before he retires, 8 innings. Would that not be incredible?
One last thought, I hear the color announcer now calling Justin Verlander the best in the game, (he calls lots of guys the best of this and that) well to get that title you have to do a lot of pitching AND winning, and not have these games whereby you give up four or five runs all the time and then strike out 10.
I saw many guys pitch when they were down, lots of runs, and all of a sudden find their stuff. I don’t think that is the case with Justin, but these 4 and 5 run innings that he is giving is telling us to be very cautious before anyone anoints him the “Best” of something!
I was there, I never saw a pitcher with better stuff in my life than Mickey Lolich; each and every time that he went out!
No one has “Lolich Stuff” on this staff, I promise you that for sure.
I was always somewhat shocked when anyone scored on him!
Mickey and I may not have been the best of pals (never were for some reason as only he would know) but folks when you see a great pitcher you know it. Can you imagine the Tiger pitchers in the sixties allowing the manager to remove them with a lead? Shucks, down right ridiculous! Even Jim Leyland would admit that in a NY second.
Maybe we had different ERA’s, but there is no reason why these guys should not be allowed to play more so they can find out if they can pitch. See, that’s the difference, learning how to pitch. I am afraid that these guys today (with little desire or choice) want to pitch a complete game.
It's just a different game!
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By 31-6 Denny McLain
Take your hats off folks to Jim Leyland; it’s time he gets a good "nice going".
Now I know that we are a long way from winning anything, but somehow this is looking like a team meant to win this poor division.
Yup, I know what you are saying, the worst division in baseball with the KC guys and the Toronto Jays, but they still have to play the games. And they are in this division.
Our pitching is very good, I don’t like the way they are handling Porcello exactly, Gallaraga is in trouble, they may have destroyed Bonderman (who stole $40 million dollars) when he was very young and now he is literally almost out of the game, but they are making up for it by getting Porcello out of the game before he does something silly or does something to hurt himself.
Folks, the real issue as far as I’m concerned is taking a kid out at the 100 pitch mark all the time.
You never learn how to pitch! You never learn what you really have, cause folks the game really starts in the 6th and 7th inning...you know that, and I do too.
One day Porcello will poop all over himself when he is allowed to keep going to the 6th or 7th inning, and maybe who knows one day before he retires, 8 innings. Would that not be incredible?
One last thought, I hear the color announcer now calling Justin Verlander the best in the game, (he calls lots of guys the best of this and that) well to get that title you have to do a lot of pitching AND winning, and not have these games whereby you give up four or five runs all the time and then strike out 10.
I saw many guys pitch when they were down, lots of runs, and all of a sudden find their stuff. I don’t think that is the case with Justin, but these 4 and 5 run innings that he is giving is telling us to be very cautious before anyone anoints him the “Best” of something!
I was there, I never saw a pitcher with better stuff in my life than Mickey Lolich; each and every time that he went out!
No one has “Lolich Stuff” on this staff, I promise you that for sure.
I was always somewhat shocked when anyone scored on him!
Mickey and I may not have been the best of pals (never were for some reason as only he would know) but folks when you see a great pitcher you know it. Can you imagine the Tiger pitchers in the sixties allowing the manager to remove them with a lead? Shucks, down right ridiculous! Even Jim Leyland would admit that in a NY second.
Maybe we had different ERA’s, but there is no reason why these guys should not be allowed to play more so they can find out if they can pitch. See, that’s the difference, learning how to pitch. I am afraid that these guys today (with little desire or choice) want to pitch a complete game.
It's just a different game!
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Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Detroit Tigers Make Moves After Lose To Baltimore.
Following tonight's 8-2 lose to Baltimore, the Tigers optioned the contracts of catcher Dusty Ryan and outfielder Wilkin Ramirez to Triple A Toledo.
On Wednesday, the club will recall the contract of righthanded pitcher Chris Lambert from Triple A Toledo and purchase the contract of catcher Alex Avila from Double A Erie.
Both Lambert and Avila will be in uniform for Wednesday's game against the Orioles. Lambert will be number 40 and Avila will be number 13.
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On Wednesday, the club will recall the contract of righthanded pitcher Chris Lambert from Triple A Toledo and purchase the contract of catcher Alex Avila from Double A Erie.
Both Lambert and Avila will be in uniform for Wednesday's game against the Orioles. Lambert will be number 40 and Avila will be number 13.
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31- 6 Denny McLains Tigers Report July 31
Take a listen to 31-6 Denny McLain's Tigers Report from this past Friday. Like him or leave him...Denny knows baseball. http://www.inplaymagazine.com/broadcasts.php?audio_id=23
Monday, August 3, 2009
FUN, FACTS AND FIGURES FOR TONIGHTS TIGERS GAME AUG 3
FUN, FACTS AND FIGURES FOR TONIGHTS TIGERS GAME AUG 3
FUN, FACTS AND FIGURES FOR TONIGHTS TIGERS GAME AGAINST THE BALTIMORE ORIOLES AUG 3
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Friday, July 31, 2009
TIGERS ACQUIRE JARROD WASHBURN FROM SEATTLE MARINERS
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has acquired lefthanded pitcher Jarrod Washburn from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for lefthanded pitchers Luke French and Mauricio Robles.
Washburn compiled an 8-6 record and 2.64 ERA (133.0IP/39ER) in 20 starts for the Mariners this season. He fanned 79 batters, while limiting opponents to a .223 batting average (109x488). Washburn is second in the American League with a .223 batting average against, while he is third with a 2.64 ERA.
“We are excited to add an established starter the caliber of Jarrod Washburn to our club,” Tigers President, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager David Dombrowski said. “Washburn is having a tremendous season and he has been a quality major league starter throughout his career.”
A veteran of 12 seasons at the major league level, Washburn has seen action with the Angels (1998-2005) and Mariners (2006-09). In 304 career outings (292 starts) in the majors, he has posted a 106-106 record and 4.02 ERA (1820.2IP/813ER).
Washburn is scheduled to start for the Tigers on Tuesday night against Baltimore at Comerica Park.
French appeared in seven games (five starts) for the Tigers this season, posting a 1-2 record and 3.38 ERA (29.1IP/11ER). He compiled a 4-4 record and 2.98 ERA (81.2IP/27ER) in 13 starts with Triple A Toledo.
Robles posted an 8-6 record and 4.24 ERA (91.1IP/43ER) in 18 starts between Single A Lakeland and Single A West Michigan this season. Robles will be assigned to Single A High Desert by the Mariners.
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Washburn compiled an 8-6 record and 2.64 ERA (133.0IP/39ER) in 20 starts for the Mariners this season. He fanned 79 batters, while limiting opponents to a .223 batting average (109x488). Washburn is second in the American League with a .223 batting average against, while he is third with a 2.64 ERA.
“We are excited to add an established starter the caliber of Jarrod Washburn to our club,” Tigers President, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager David Dombrowski said. “Washburn is having a tremendous season and he has been a quality major league starter throughout his career.”
A veteran of 12 seasons at the major league level, Washburn has seen action with the Angels (1998-2005) and Mariners (2006-09). In 304 career outings (292 starts) in the majors, he has posted a 106-106 record and 4.02 ERA (1820.2IP/813ER).
Washburn is scheduled to start for the Tigers on Tuesday night against Baltimore at Comerica Park.
French appeared in seven games (five starts) for the Tigers this season, posting a 1-2 record and 3.38 ERA (29.1IP/11ER). He compiled a 4-4 record and 2.98 ERA (81.2IP/27ER) in 13 starts with Triple A Toledo.
Robles posted an 8-6 record and 4.24 ERA (91.1IP/43ER) in 18 starts between Single A Lakeland and Single A West Michigan this season. Robles will be assigned to Single A High Desert by the Mariners.
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Thursday, July 30, 2009
TIGERS TRADE ANDERSON TO ROYALS FOR CASH CONSIDERATIONS
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has traded outfielder Josh Anderson to the Kansas City Royals in exchange for cash considerations.
Anderson saw action in 74 games with the Tigers this season after being acquired from the Atlanta Braves on March 30. He hit .242 (40x165) with four doubles, four triples, 16 RBI and 13 stolen bases with the Tigers before his contract was designated for assignment by the club on July 24.
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Anderson saw action in 74 games with the Tigers this season after being acquired from the Atlanta Braves on March 30. He hit .242 (40x165) with four doubles, four triples, 16 RBI and 13 stolen bases with the Tigers before his contract was designated for assignment by the club on July 24.
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Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Monday, July 27, 2009
DEAL OR NO DEAL by Denny McLain
DEAL OR NO DEAL by Denny McLain
We are at a point in the season where GM's who have real manhood can make a real serious deal.
I pray that the Tigers don't hold on to Inge too much longer like they did with Bonderman. As some recall I was yelling from the highest mountain in 2006 about Bondy to trade him cause he did not have "IT" and that at the end of the Series in 2006 his value would never be higher.
Of course the GM kept this 40 million dollar mistake.
Now Inge; a $20 million .225 hitter that is no better or worse, and check to see how much each one of his homers costs.
Trade him now before the entire league wakes up and won't give you a real pitcher or a real consistent hitter and maybe you find lightening in a bottle with an Inge trade and do the team some real good.
You don't win pennants without good pitching and you can't win a pennant with .225 hitters, we have more than one don't we?
Pull the trigger GM and don't forget to throw in Bondy, save the season, give the team and the fans a shot to win!
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We are at a point in the season where GM's who have real manhood can make a real serious deal.
I pray that the Tigers don't hold on to Inge too much longer like they did with Bonderman. As some recall I was yelling from the highest mountain in 2006 about Bondy to trade him cause he did not have "IT" and that at the end of the Series in 2006 his value would never be higher.
Of course the GM kept this 40 million dollar mistake.
Now Inge; a $20 million .225 hitter that is no better or worse, and check to see how much each one of his homers costs.
Trade him now before the entire league wakes up and won't give you a real pitcher or a real consistent hitter and maybe you find lightening in a bottle with an Inge trade and do the team some real good.
You don't win pennants without good pitching and you can't win a pennant with .225 hitters, we have more than one don't we?
Pull the trigger GM and don't forget to throw in Bondy, save the season, give the team and the fans a shot to win!
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Saturday, July 25, 2009
Tigers Bonine Optioned to Toledo
Following tonight's game versus Chicago, the Tigers optioned the contract of righthanded pitcher Eddie Bonine to Triple A Toledo.
Additionally, the club announced it will purchase the contract of righthanded pitcher Casey Fien from Triple A Toledo on Saturday. Fien will be in uniform for the Tigers on Saturday, wearing number 41.
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Additionally, the club announced it will purchase the contract of righthanded pitcher Casey Fien from Triple A Toledo on Saturday. Fien will be in uniform for the Tigers on Saturday, wearing number 41.
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