The Detroit Tigers announced Tuesday that star designated hitter Victor Martinez tore his left ACL last week during offseason conditioning. An MRI yesterday confirmed the injury. Surgery is expected, and it is thought that he will miss the entire 2012 MLB season. Martinez hit .330 with 103 RBIs in 2011, helping Detroit win the AL Central in his first season with the Tigers. … [Read more...] about Tigers Star Catcher Victor Martinez Out for Season
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Keys to a Long Detroit Tigers Postseason Run
The suspended game on Friday night was a wash for the New York Yankees and Detroit Tigers (pun intended). Detroit obviously has the advantage that the series is best of five instead of seven. This allows them to utilize the strengths of the roster and minimize its shortcomings that would be more prevalent over more games. … [Read more...] about Keys to a Long Detroit Tigers Postseason Run
How the Detroit Tigers Can Build on Their Lead
The Tigers lead the rest of the field in the American League Central by three games. This is obviously the position they want to be in, but the amount would be more comfortable if the margin was bigger. I have some suggestions for the front office and coaching staff on how the team can extend its lead to have a more substantial cushion. Rotating the designated hitter makes … [Read more...] about How the Detroit Tigers Can Build on Their Lead
Detroit Tigers: An Uninspired Group
The Detroit Tigers are currently one and a half games up in the American League Central. They have, however, only won fifty six of one hundred and seven games this season. This proves that they have been the cream of the crap, instead of the cream of the crop. As I have predicted numerous times, the Cleveland Indians are faltering due to their lack of depth. The addition of … [Read more...] about Detroit Tigers: An Uninspired Group
Brandon Inge On the Sidelines Could Help the Detroit Tigers
Brandon Inge came down with a case of mononucleosis this week. He should know that sharing drinks with those around him is taboo. It’s either that or he is putting his face too close to sickly people. Jhonny Peralta has been carrying his weight offensively on the right side of the infield for some time. Inge does however possess a cannon for an arm over at third, and he also … [Read more...] about Brandon Inge On the Sidelines Could Help the Detroit Tigers
Michael Brantley: Cleveland’s Unsung Hero
Down two runs in the bottom of ninth inning, the Indians were running out of chances. Looking to continue their dominance at home, the Tribe once again needed a late inning miracle, this time against Seattle. Michael Brantley confidently stepped to the plate to lead off the inning, and belted a double to left-center. … [Read more...] about Michael Brantley: Cleveland’s Unsung Hero
Verlander’s 2nd No Hitter Distracts Detroit Tiger Fans From Mediocrity
On Saturday, Detroit Tigers ace Justin Verlander took a perfect game into the 8th inning in Toronto. It didn't happen, but he did close out the no-hitter, the second of his career. He joins Mark Buerhle of the White Sox and Roy Halladay of the Phillies as the only active MLB pitchers with two. For Tigers fans, it was a nice distraction from how mediocre their season has been … [Read more...] about Verlander’s 2nd No Hitter Distracts Detroit Tiger Fans From Mediocrity
Detroit Tigers Schedule Becomes More Favorable
The Detroit Tigers start to the season has been very average. The Cleveland Indians and Kansas City Royals have been the toast of the division, but that is obviously nothing more than fool’s gold. The former would also lead the East and the West in the American League. Tell me that is going to last! The best case scenario is that the success of the Royals and Indians … [Read more...] about Detroit Tigers Schedule Becomes More Favorable
Offseason Grading: The Detroit Tigers
The Tigers had two things that is the recipe for success on most teams. They had a power-hitter that also hits for average in Miguel Cabrera and the team had an ace in Justin Verlander. So, what went wrong? Why did the team finish 81-81? Is Miguel Cabrera drinking an alcoholic beverage? These are all questions that need to be addressed. … [Read more...] about Offseason Grading: The Detroit Tigers
Detroit Tigers Sign Catcher Victor Martinez: 4 Years, $50 Million
The Detroit Tigers landed a key MLB free agent today, as catcher Victor Martinez signed a four year, 50 millon dollar deal with them. The 31 year old played for the Boston Red Sox last year. He is a type A free agent, in meaning that it would cost the Tigers a first round draft pick for signing him. … [Read more...] about Detroit Tigers Sign Catcher Victor Martinez: 4 Years, $50 Million