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Spring Training Moves West
When I think of “Spring Training,” Florida comes to mind before its cross-country cousin, Arizona. At least two sets of fans think this way: Detroit Tigers’ fans and “old-school”…Read More
Say it ain’t so, Bo!
“If I saw Bo Schembechler today, I would hope I had a rock in my pocket. I’d take it out and throw it at him.” -Lulu Harwell, 2001 Super Bowl Sunday is an icon of the American culture.…Read More
Polanco Exodus Revisited
When the Detroit Tigers made the announcement that they weren’t bringing back Placido Polanco, it seemed as though a chasm was opened and from the bowels of Hell a whine of Siren-esque proportions spewed…Read More
The angst over Justin Verlander’s contract is unwarranted–for now
During the Detroit Tigers’ Winter Caravan last week, Justin Verlander briefly discussed the talks (or lack thereof) to extend his contract beyond the 2014 season. Verlander, of course, is saying…Read More
Detroit Tigers shopping for Closer? Call me a Fireman instead!
“What seems to be the trouble here, Skip?” -Kevin Saucier, to Sparky Anderson, upon arriving at the mound in the 9th inning, with bases loaded and nobody out. Previously, we examined the…Read More
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Neither Jack Morris Nor Alan Trammell (Nor Anyone Else) Voted Into Hall of Fame
Two longtime Detroit Tigers were on this year’s Baseball Hall of Fame ballot – as they have been…Read More
Detroit Tigers Top Prospects In Review
I often hear from fans that so-and-so (nowadays typically Nick Castellanos and Avisail Garcia) is the…Read More
Hall Of Fame Voting Gets Interesting
In a typical year, Hall of Fame voting leaves a little to be desired – as far as excitement is…Read More
Reviewing The Detroit Tigers Recent Trades
I’m only going to go back a few years here – no need to drag up that Jair Jurrjens giveaway…Read More
Detroit Tigers And Toronto Blue Jays. Rivals Again?
It’s been a long time old friend. Not since the 1980′s has the prospect of playing the Toronto…Read More
Tigers Starter Re-Writing Tigers Record Book
Justin Verlander is easily one of the best pitchers in the game. It’s a good argument to have,…Read More
Ernie Harwell Play Is A Must-See
As a baseball man and broadcaster, the late Ernie Harwell was world-class. After stays with the Brooklyn…Read More
The Rarity of the Quintin Berry
The Quintin Berry is an extraordinary specimen, typically grown and harvested near the pristine beaches…Read More
Sparky Anderson Says Goodbye To The Hall Of Fame
Last September I took a road trip to the Baseball Hall of Fame. It was the week after Labor Day, and…Read More
The Night Magglio Ordonez Made A Bowling Alley Cry
I was in a bowling alley when he hit it. Saturday night was bowling night in 2006, and October 14th,…Read More
The Tigers June Splits
2012 is flying by, at least it seems as such to me. I feel like only moments ago I was watching…Read More
Yu Darvish Recovers, Eddie Bonine Retains Grim Record
Yu Darvish made his stateside debut on Monday night. The 25-year-old, esteemed by some as the best Japanese…Read More
2006 Draft Review
This will be the final installment of the draft reviews that I have done here on Motor City Bengals.…Read More
2005 Draft Review
It’s been a little bit since I have reviewed a draft, so I thought, what the heck, why not do another…Read More
The 2009 Draft And The Ones That Got Away
I’ve never had the pleasure, but I have to imagine that hearing that phone ring on draft day for…Read More
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