Not a whole lot shaking out here in Dallas yet, at least as far as the Tigers are concerned. So that gives me a a good opportunity to take a brief look back at 2011. Late last week, Kurt Mensching, managing editor of the Bless You Boys blog, unveiled the winners of the 2011 DIBS … Continue Reading →
The Tigers’ brain trust just got done chatting with the Detroit media for more than a half hour, and per usual, they touched on a number of topics. Here are the quick-hit highlights: * The Tigers will never publicly discuss their pursuit of any play, though GM Dave Dombrowski did seem to hint that nothing big … Continue Reading →
Tough luck for Justin Verlander. He’s the clear-cut pick to start fot the American League All-Star team, but — barring a rainout in the next week — he won’t get the chance, because he’s scheduled to pitch the Sunday before the game. And MLB rules no longer permit any starting pitcher to pitch in the … Continue Reading →
The All-Stars — starters and reserves — will be announced starting at noon Sunday on TBS. And, no doubt, several Tigers are eager to learn whether they’ll be heading to Phoenix the following week, or traveling home to spend time with family. Here’s how I see the Tigers’ fates shaking out: ALEX AVILA, C Obviously, … Continue Reading →
Well, you don’t see that every day. Or ever, in the Tigers’ case. Alex Avila, who until Wednesday night looked like he couldn’t hit his way out of a paper bag, just turned in one of the best offensive efforts ever by a Tigers catcher. His five RBIs, sure, were impressive — but lots of … Continue Reading →
The grass is greening, the chill in the air is suddenly bearable, $9 beers are back! The baseball season arrives this week — Thursday for the Tigers, who open against CC Sabathia and Yankees in New York. Also returning this week is The Detroit News Tigers Over-Under Contest. Last year, Livonia’s Grant Dossetto beat out … Continue Reading →