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DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has acquired righthanded pitcher Kevin Eichhorn and lefthanded pitcher Ryan Robowski from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for righthanded pitcher Armando Galarraga.
Eichhorn started 13 games with Rookie level Missoula in the Pioneer League during the 2010 season, posting a 5-5 record, 4.94 ERA (74.2IP/41ER) and 71 strikeouts. He finished fourth among all Pioneer League starting pitchers with 12.37 baserunners per nine innings, while he was fifth with 1.81 walks per nine innings. Additionally, Eichhorn started one game with Single A Yakima in 2010, taking the loss after allowing three runs and fanning five batters in six innings of work.
A third-round selection by Arizona in the 2008 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft out of Aptos High School in California, Eichhorn has compiled a 5-8 record, 4.80 ERA (105.0IP/56ER) and 108 strikeouts in 27 outings (15 starts) during his professional career. His father Mark pitched for 11 seasons at the major league level with Toronto (1982, 1986-88, 1992-93), Atlanta (1989), California (1990-92, 1996) and Baltimore (1994).
Robowski appeared in 35 games with Single A Visalia during the 2010 season, posting a 2-4 record, 5.17 ERA (54.0IP/31ER), two saves and 51 strikeouts.
Selected by Arizona in the 16th round of the 2009 Major League Baseball First-Year Draft out of Ohio Dominican University, Robowski has compiled a 5-7 record, 4.82 ERA (84.0IP/45ER), eight saves and 74 strikeouts in 56 appearances during his two seasons of professional baseball.
Galarraga finished 4-9 with a 4.49 ERA (144.1IP/72ER) in 25 games (24 starts) for the Tigers during the 2010 season. He posted a 4-2 record and 3.65 ERA (44.1IP/18ER) in eight outings (seven starts) with Triple A Toledo this past season.
In three seasons with the Tigers, Galarraga compiled a 23-26 record and 4.55 ERA (466.2IP/236ER) in 84 games (77 starts).
Monday, January 24, 2011
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Detroit gets ready for baseball season at TigerFest 2011
By Matt Harding
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Arctic-like temperatures in January aren't uncommon in Detroit. Even with the frigid temps, Tiger fans at TigerFest weren't to be deterred! Fans came out in droves, arriving hours before the gates opened. Thousands of fans went into the ballpark, getting to meet the players, get autographs, and even got the chance to participate in player Q&A sessions.
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All of the events were fan favorites at TigerFest. It seemed as if every single person was having a terrific time! Detroit fans are unified when they say they're ready for baseball at Comerica Park. The Tigers open the 2011 season in New York against the Yankees. The matchup? Justin Verlander vs. C.C. Sabathia.
More pictures of the event are posted here.
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Players who signed autographs include virtually every Tiger on the 25-man roster, as well as many Spring Training invites, who will most likely end up in either Triple-A or Double-A. All of the coaches, including manager Jim Leyland, were also there throughout the day. The big no show at this year's TigerFest was Miguel Cabrera, who was scheduled to appear. Ryan Raburn was also not present at the event.
The biggest offseason acquisition, however, did show up. Catcher Victor Martinez signed autographs for fans in a rather chilly tent and took questions from fans later on in the day.
Victor Martinez happily signed for fansThe biggest offseason acquisition, however, did show up. Catcher Victor Martinez signed autographs for fans in a rather chilly tent and took questions from fans later on in the day.
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And, let's not forget about ace Justin Verlander! He took pictures with fans in the visitor's clubhouse at approximately 11 a.m. and participated in all of the fan-interactive events.
Verlander poses with happy Tiger fans
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All of the events were fan favorites at TigerFest. It seemed as if every single person was having a terrific time! Detroit fans are unified when they say they're ready for baseball at Comerica Park. The Tigers open the 2011 season in New York against the Yankees. The matchup? Justin Verlander vs. C.C. Sabathia.
More pictures of the event are posted here.
Tigers plan on retiring Sparky Anderson's jersey number
By Matt Harding
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The Detroit Tigers announced at TigerFest on Saturday that they'd be retiring the #11 jersey of the late Hall of Fame manager George "Sparky" Anderson.
GM David Dombrowski made the announcement live on 97.1 FM Detroit at TigerFest. He later spoke with the media about the announcement. In Play! was there as Dombrowski made comments as to why Sparky's number wasn't retired sooner.
Anderson was 1,331-1,248 during 17 seasons with the Tigers. He leads the franchise in wins as well as games managed.
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Read In Play! Magazine HereGM David Dombrowski made the announcement live on 97.1 FM Detroit at TigerFest. He later spoke with the media about the announcement. In Play! was there as Dombrowski made comments as to why Sparky's number wasn't retired sooner.
Dombrowski said, "I know, in a way, it's a shame. It's the same thing when I see someone go into the Hall of Fame. 'Dang, I wish they went in when they were alive."The Tigers also announced that they'll honor Anderson with a flag which they'll fly all season, much like they did for Ernie Harwell. Starting in Spring Training, the team will wear a patch with the late skipper's name and number.
Anderson was 1,331-1,248 during 17 seasons with the Tigers. He leads the franchise in wins as well as games managed.
of the clubhouse entrance at TigerFest 2011
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Tuesday, January 18, 2011
TIGERS AGREE TO TERMS ON ONE-YEAR DEAL WITH BRAD PENNY
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DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with righthanded pitcher Brad Penny.
Penny finished 3-4 with a 3.23 ERA (55.2IP/20ER) in nine starts with the St. Louis Cardinals during the 2010 season before he landed on the disabled list for the remainder of the season on May 22 with a latissimus dorsi muscle injury.
“We are pleased to announce the signing of Brad Penny,” Tigers President, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager David Dombrowski said. “He’s a proven major league starter that we feel strengthens our rotation.”
A veteran of 11 seasons at the major league level with the Florida Marlins (2000-04), Los Angeles Dodgers (2004-08), Boston Red Sox (2009), San Francisco Giants (2009) and Cardinals (2010), Penny has compiled a 108-88 record, 4.11 ERA (1689.1IP/772ER) in 288 outings (284 starts) during his career.
Penny was selected to the National League’s all-star squad in both 2006 and 2007, drawing the starting assignment at PNC Park in Pittsburgh in 2006. He helped lead the Marlins to the World Series championship in 2003, finishing 2-0 with a 2.19 ERA (12.1IP/3ER) in two starts during the World Series against the New York Yankees.
In a related roster move, the Tigers today have designated the contract of righthanded pitcher Armando Galarraga for assignment.
Galarraga finished 4-9 with a 4.49 ERA (144.1IP/72ER) in 25 games (24 starts) for the Tigers during the 2010 season. He posted a 4-2 record and 3.65 ERA (44.1IP/18ER) in eight outings (seven starts) with Triple A Toledo this past season.
Armando Galarraga’s Contract Designated for Assignment by the Tigers
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with righthanded pitcher Brad Penny.
Penny finished 3-4 with a 3.23 ERA (55.2IP/20ER) in nine starts with the St. Louis Cardinals during the 2010 season before he landed on the disabled list for the remainder of the season on May 22 with a latissimus dorsi muscle injury.
“We are pleased to announce the signing of Brad Penny,” Tigers President, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager David Dombrowski said. “He’s a proven major league starter that we feel strengthens our rotation.”
A veteran of 11 seasons at the major league level with the Florida Marlins (2000-04), Los Angeles Dodgers (2004-08), Boston Red Sox (2009), San Francisco Giants (2009) and Cardinals (2010), Penny has compiled a 108-88 record, 4.11 ERA (1689.1IP/772ER) in 288 outings (284 starts) during his career.
Penny was selected to the National League’s all-star squad in both 2006 and 2007, drawing the starting assignment at PNC Park in Pittsburgh in 2006. He helped lead the Marlins to the World Series championship in 2003, finishing 2-0 with a 2.19 ERA (12.1IP/3ER) in two starts during the World Series against the New York Yankees.
In a related roster move, the Tigers today have designated the contract of righthanded pitcher Armando Galarraga for assignment.
Galarraga finished 4-9 with a 4.49 ERA (144.1IP/72ER) in 25 games (24 starts) for the Tigers during the 2010 season. He posted a 4-2 record and 3.65 ERA (44.1IP/18ER) in eight outings (seven starts) with Triple A Toledo this past season.
TIGERS AGREE TO TERMS ON ONE-YEAR DEAL WITH ARMANDO GALARRAGA
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DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with righthanded pitcher Armando Galarraga, thus avoiding arbitration.
Galarraga finished 4-9 with a 4.49 ERA (144.1IP/72ER) in 25 games (24 starts) for the Tigers during the 2010 season. He posted a 4-2 record and 3.65 ERA (44.1IP/18ER) in eight outings (seven starts) with Triple A Toledo this past season.
In three seasons with the Tigers, Galarraga has compiled a 23-26 record and 4.55 ERA (466.2IP/236ER) in 84 games (77 starts).
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with righthanded pitcher Armando Galarraga, thus avoiding arbitration.
Galarraga finished 4-9 with a 4.49 ERA (144.1IP/72ER) in 25 games (24 starts) for the Tigers during the 2010 season. He posted a 4-2 record and 3.65 ERA (44.1IP/18ER) in eight outings (seven starts) with Triple A Toledo this past season.
In three seasons with the Tigers, Galarraga has compiled a 23-26 record and 4.55 ERA (466.2IP/236ER) in 84 games (77 starts).
Friday, January 14, 2011
TIGERS AGREE TO TERMS ON ONE-YEAR DEAL WITH JOEL ZUMAYA
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DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with righthanded pitcher Joel Zumaya, thus avoiding arbitration.
Zumaya appeared in 31 games for the Tigers during the 2010 season, posting a 2-1 record, 2.58 ERA (38.1IP/11ER) and 34 strikeouts before landing on the disabled list for remainder of the season on June 29 with a non-displaced fracture of the olecranon.
In five seasons at the major league level with the Tigers, Zumaya has compiled a 13-12 record, 3.05 ERA (209.2IP/71ER) and 210 strikeouts in 171 appearances. He has limited opponents to a .218 batting average (169x777) during his major league career.
Zumaya has fanned 9.01 batters per nine innings throughout his career with the Tigers, the highest strikeout rate among all club relievers with at least 100 appearances since the start of the 1953 season.
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with righthanded pitcher Joel Zumaya, thus avoiding arbitration.
Zumaya appeared in 31 games for the Tigers during the 2010 season, posting a 2-1 record, 2.58 ERA (38.1IP/11ER) and 34 strikeouts before landing on the disabled list for remainder of the season on June 29 with a non-displaced fracture of the olecranon.
In five seasons at the major league level with the Tigers, Zumaya has compiled a 13-12 record, 3.05 ERA (209.2IP/71ER) and 210 strikeouts in 171 appearances. He has limited opponents to a .218 batting average (169x777) during his major league career.
Zumaya has fanned 9.01 batters per nine innings throughout his career with the Tigers, the highest strikeout rate among all club relievers with at least 100 appearances since the start of the 1953 season.
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
TIGERS AGREE TO TERMS ON TWO-YEAR DEAL WITH RYAN RABURN
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DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has agreed to terms on a two-year contract with outfielder Ryan Raburn, thus avoiding arbitration.
Raburn batted .280 (104x371) with 54 runs scored, 25 doubles, a triple, 15 home runs and 62 RBI in 113 games with the Tigers in 2010. He established career highs with 54 runs scored, 104 hits, 25 doubles and 62 RBI during the season. In 70 games following the all-star break, Raburn hit .315 (79x251) with 13 home runs and 46 RBI.
In 226 games with the Tigers over the last two seasons, Raburn has combined to hit .285 (180x632) with 98 runs scored, 36 doubles, three triples, 31 home runs and 107 RBI.
Raburn is batting .274 (269x981) with 156 runs scored, 59 doubles, six triples, 39 home runs and 155 RBI in 379 games in five seasons at the major league level with the Tigers (2004, 2007-10).
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced the club has agreed to terms on a two-year contract with outfielder Ryan Raburn, thus avoiding arbitration.
Raburn batted .280 (104x371) with 54 runs scored, 25 doubles, a triple, 15 home runs and 62 RBI in 113 games with the Tigers in 2010. He established career highs with 54 runs scored, 104 hits, 25 doubles and 62 RBI during the season. In 70 games following the all-star break, Raburn hit .315 (79x251) with 13 home runs and 46 RBI.
In 226 games with the Tigers over the last two seasons, Raburn has combined to hit .285 (180x632) with 98 runs scored, 36 doubles, three triples, 31 home runs and 107 RBI.
Raburn is batting .274 (269x981) with 156 runs scored, 59 doubles, six triples, 39 home runs and 155 RBI in 379 games in five seasons at the major league level with the Tigers (2004, 2007-10).
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Tigers acquire starting pitcher
By Matt Harding
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The Detroit Tigers have signed 32 year old Brad Penny to a one-year deal worth $3 million plus $3 million more in incentives.
The deal, pending a physical, is set in stone. Penny has been with five other teams during his career; he's played four and a half seasons each with both the Florida Marlins and Los Angeles Dodgers. The deal solidifies the Detroit Tiger's starting rotation. Signing Penny leaves little to no chance that the club will resign pitcher Jeremy Bonderman, who was a rookie for the Tigers in 2003. Freddy Garcia, another pitcher the Tigers showed interest in, will now be desperately trying to find a new team for 2011.
Last year, Penny, in an injury-shortened season, went 3-4 with a 3.23 ERA with the St. Louis Cardinals.
Last year, Penny, in an injury-shortened season, went 3-4 with a 3.23 ERA with the St. Louis Cardinals.
Sunday, January 9, 2011
A look at the new Tigers in town
By Matt Harding
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This coming 2011 season, there is sure to be a number of great catches, home runs, and strikeouts. But, by whom, is the question. Here's a list of a few new players, some of which may or may not be on the 25-man roster, who could be able to help propel the Tigers to the playoffs.
Joaquin Benoit: Benoit, who won This Week in Baseball's 'Setup Man of the Year' Award, is setting up to be a key player in the Tigers organization this season. While last season was the best of his career, before that, Benoit was no slouch. Since 2005, he has had averaged 53 games per year and, during those same years, won 16 games while losing 13.
Victor Martinez: The catcher, formerly of the Cleveland Indians and Boston Red Sox, has been the biggest acquisition this offseason. Martinez is a hard hitting catcher; his career batting average is exactly .300. He also has some 'pop' in his bat, hitting 25 home runs in 2007 and 20 last season. And, while Martinez has played first base in the past, he'll be a full time catcher with the Tigers. Though not a gold glove catcher, Victor is no slouch behind the dish. Last season, he had a .993 fielding percentage.
Victor Martinez gets a Detroit welcome
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Jacob Turner: While this 19-year-old likely won't be on this year's team, with another great year in the minors, he definitely has the ability to be one of the clubs' September call-ups. He was an all-star last season, playing with the Single-A West Michigan Whitecaps. And, at 6'5" and 210 pounds, Turner is proof that the Tigers continuously look for hard-throwing talent.
Ryan Strieby: Another player who inevitably won't make the 25-man cut is first baseman Ryan Strieby. The Seattle native only hit .245 last year with the Toledo Mud Hens (AAA). In 2009, he hit .303 with the Erie SeaWolves. With a few years of seasoning, there's no doubt that this talent can find his way to the majors. But, being an up and coming first baseman in Detroit is no easy business. Strieby will have to find a new position if he wants to see Comerica Park anytime soon.
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This coming 2011 season, there is sure to be a number of great catches, home runs, and strikeouts. But, by whom, is the question. Here's a list of a few new players, some of which may or may not be on the 25-man roster, who could be able to help propel the Tigers to the playoffs.
Joaquin Benoit: Benoit, who won This Week in Baseball's 'Setup Man of the Year' Award, is setting up to be a key player in the Tigers organization this season. While last season was the best of his career, before that, Benoit was no slouch. Since 2005, he has had averaged 53 games per year and, during those same years, won 16 games while losing 13.
Joaquin jokes about his accent at TigerFest
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Photo by Matt Harding / In Play! Magazine
Victor Martinez: The catcher, formerly of the Cleveland Indians and Boston Red Sox, has been the biggest acquisition this offseason. Martinez is a hard hitting catcher; his career batting average is exactly .300. He also has some 'pop' in his bat, hitting 25 home runs in 2007 and 20 last season. And, while Martinez has played first base in the past, he'll be a full time catcher with the Tigers. Though not a gold glove catcher, Victor is no slouch behind the dish. Last season, he had a .993 fielding percentage.
Victor Martinez gets a Detroit welcomePhoto by Matt Harding / In Play! Magazine
Jacob Turner: While this 19-year-old likely won't be on this year's team, with another great year in the minors, he definitely has the ability to be one of the clubs' September call-ups. He was an all-star last season, playing with the Single-A West Michigan Whitecaps. And, at 6'5" and 210 pounds, Turner is proof that the Tigers continuously look for hard-throwing talent.
Ryan Strieby: Another player who inevitably won't make the 25-man cut is first baseman Ryan Strieby. The Seattle native only hit .245 last year with the Toledo Mud Hens (AAA). In 2009, he hit .303 with the Erie SeaWolves. With a few years of seasoning, there's no doubt that this talent can find his way to the majors. But, being an up and coming first baseman in Detroit is no easy business. Strieby will have to find a new position if he wants to see Comerica Park anytime soon.
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