Tuesdays with Davey: Dombrowski speaks to Detroit Tigers' media members

Detroit Tigers General Manager Dave Dombrowski spoke to members of the media for the first time since his team’s abrupt departure from the postseason nine days ago.

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Always one to play his cards close to the vest, DD disappointed Tigers’ fans wanting clear and concise answers on who will be coming back and not coming back for 2015.

One person who is coming back is Brad Ausmus. This was announced yesterday and confirmed by Dombrowski today. The team would not comment on pending free agents, if the Tigers will take a run at them or at least extend qualifying offers (and thus receive a draft pick if that player signs with another team) until the conclusion of the World Series.

Perhaps the biggest story was the announcement that Miguel Cabrera was playing with a bone spur in his right ankle for much of the season. While the spur must be removed, it has not been decided if Miggy will undergo surgery for a second consecutive season.

The other big story may have been the seemingly lack of confidence in Max Scherzer remaining a Detroit Tiger.

One interesting item, Dombrowski stated he “did not regret” the Doug Fister trade. Of course he will not admit to that being a mistake, but perhaps he should admit it as work in progress because many fans and media members are still trying to figure out the logic behind that transaction.

We live tweeted the presser on Motor City Bengals’ Twitter page. For those of you who missed it there, the most relevant information is below.

As with any press conference, the topics jumped around. The more interesting press conference will come at the conclusion of the World Series when the future of certain players will finally be announced.

DD: 3 priorities for offseason. 1: bullpen, 2. CF situation, 3. bench
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

DD said organization was disappointed in postseason. Goal every year remains to win World Series.
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

Not happy with bullpen but DD says its not fair to blame the manager.
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

Thinks Verlander will bounce back in 2015, says offseason surgery hampered him and JV is driven to get back to form.
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

DD praises McCann thinks he's ready to be a big league catcher.
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

If Miggy surgery needed it would be "relatively simple procedure." The spur must be removed.
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

DD says Castellanos poor defense at times was due to being a rookie and not playing position for 1.5 years. But he has to improve.
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

Would "love" to have Victor Martinez back.
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

DD: "We made more of an effort to sign Max earlier. I don't think your odds improve."
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

DD: Ausmus did a fine job.
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

No long-term contract talks with David Price at this time.
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

Oh boy. DD said he does not regret trading Doug Fister. (ducks from flying objects being thrown)
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

DD doesn't regret the Doug Fister deal just like George didn't regret shooting Lennie in the back of the head in Of Mice & Men.
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

Just not sure Moya will be ready for the big leagues in 2015.
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

Nathan to get first crack at closer role in 2015.
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

Could change based on performance. Editorial comment: So an ERA above 7 would make him lose the job?
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

DD was aware Anibal's availability was only 2 innings in ill-fated Game 2. Was hoping JV could go deeper in the game.
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014

DD ok with fifth rotation spot up for grabs with a minor leaguer from 2014--if it comes to that. (Yes it will come to that, Max is gone).
— Motor City Bengals (@MCB_Tigers) October 14, 2014