Monthly Archives: March 2007
When will we see Cameron Maybin again?
The folks at Scout.com have posted a ‘Roundtable’ discussing when Tigers top prospect Cameron Maybin will make the leap into the big leagues. This has been a topic of much conversation pretty much ever since the 2006 World Series ended … Continue reading
SI makes their MLB predictions
Sports Illustrated has put up their Scouting Reports on all MLB teams as well as placement predictions. These predictions show each teams place within their division as well as amongst all teams. For the American League Central they have: Cleveland … Continue reading
Tigers vs Pirates Wrap-up (3/20/07)
I didn’t listen to today’s game in its entirety as I stopped listening after Verlander left the game after pitching four innings. He was roughed up again today not coming in with his finest stuff by far. He gave up … Continue reading
Tiger Minor League Player Profile: Brent Dlugach
One player this spring training that has turned some heads has been Brent Dlugach. Brent was one of the non-roster invitees to this years spring training and has done well, well enough to have Jim Leyland say: “He’ll go as … Continue reading
Tigers Lakeland facility gets a makeover
The DIY Network’s show “DIY to the rescue” will air two episodes showing a makeover of the Tigers training facilities. This features the Tigers centerfielder Curtis Granderson, could he get any more press this off season? “DIY to the Rescue … Continue reading
Tigers see Spring Training attendance boost
Attendance around all of MLB has grown this spring but the Tigers have gotten a heck of a boost. From the Orlando Business Journal: The Detroit Tigers, last year’s American League champions, have enjoyed a boost in attendance this spring … Continue reading
Tigers vs Reds Postgame Wrap-up (3/19/07)
Pretty good game today between the Detroit Tigers and the Cincinnati Reds. Starting to feel more and more like a real game with less prospects out there and more regular players in the lineup. Additionally starters are pitching more than … Continue reading
Tigers make second cuts
The Tigers trimmed their roster by an additional 10 players today. I had anticipated the cuts to come on Wednesday which they have off but alas I was wrong. I also read in my ESPN magazine that cuts usually come … Continue reading
ESPN’s Eric Karabell weighs in on Pudge v Granderson for leadoff
In his latest blog entry at ESPN.com, Eric Karabell discusses lead off hitters (subscription) throughout the big leagues. The one closes to our heart is the latest issue in Detroit of whether it should be Pudge’s or Grandy’s role. This … Continue reading
White Sox 5th rotation slot fight goes on
Competition for the final rotation spot on the White Sox continues. This was a quite unexpected competition between Gavin Floyd and John Danks. So far the competition appears to be leaning in Danks favor, at least say the South Side … Continue reading
Granderson has a bad day
It happens to the best of ‘em, but not so much to Curtis Granderson thus far. However today Curtis got a rare Spring Training 0-fer. In four at bats he doubled his strike out total to date (that comes to … Continue reading