Detroit Tigers: Spring training is well underway

Here at The Corner, we round up Detroit Tigers news and rumors around the Tigers blogosphere so that you don’t spend hours surfing the web searching.

Miguel Cabrera has arrived at spring training. Anthony Fenech, of the Detroit Free Press, writes that he’s focused on staying healthy.  This is Miggy’s 11th spring training with the Detroit Tigers and his recent court case with his ex-mistress has been a distraction for the veteran.

With spring training well underway, Evan Woodbery breaks down eight spring training battles to watch. The number one battle to watch according to Woodbery is the battle for the number five spot in the starting rotation. Tigers pitcher, Buck Farmer, is a part of that battle. But he’d accept bullpen work as long as he’s pitching in Comerica Park.

Ron Gardenhire is giving plenty of advice already in spring training. Detroit Sports Nation writes that the players are taking his advice literally. New pitching coach Chris Bosio is already making an impact on players, writes Katie Strang of the Athletic.

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The Detroit Tigers are looking to add another pitching arm before the season starts. They were interested in Chris Tillman until the Orioles brought him back on a one-year deal. Tim Lincecum held a showcase for MLB teams last week, and Andy Patton writes he could be a viable option for the team.

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Former major league pitcher Jake Peavy is working towards an MLB comeback. The Tigers have plenty of options in free agent arms for them to consider. Alex Wilson is trying to make the starting rotation and it could have some big impacts if he is successful, writes Austin Green.

Our weekly prospect report came out on Friday. Showcased this week is prospect Christin Stewart. Miguel Cabrera is finally back in spring training, but his recent court course could have a negative impact on how he plays in 2018 writes Jim Kramer.  Finally, Jim Kramer took a look at the 1972 Detroit Tigers.