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Tigers still have second base issues
May 21st, 2012 10:06 AMThe Detroit Tigers have had an underwhelming year offensively so far, due in large part to subpar performances by Miguel Cabrera and Prince Fielder”:http://thefanhub.com/people/detail/395/Prince-Fielder (at least by…
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Austin Jackson's injury could be a serious problem for Tigers
May 17th, 2012 10:05 AMIn the midst of a breakout season in which he has dramatically cut down on his strikeouts and hit for a .331 average (fifth best in the…
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Could The Tigers Eye Hamels at the Deadline?
May 15th, 2012 4:00 PMThe Detroit Tigers entered this season with lofty expectations. Having acquired the firetruck-sized slugger Prince Fielder in the offseason and playing in the weakest division on the…
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Are the Detroit Tigers ready to put their struggles behind them?
May 11th, 2012 1:05 AMPrior to Thursday night’s game against the Oakland Athletics, the Detroit Tigers had scored a total of nine runs over their past three games. Not the type…
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Tigers need bats to wake up
May 10th, 2012 6:05 AMThe injection of Prince Fielder into the Detroit Tigers lineup was supposed to solve their offensive deficiencies that arose last October. And while he hasn’t quite performed…
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Austin Jackson steadily developing as a leadoff hitter
May 7th, 2012 9:33 AMThe knock on Detroit Tigers speedster Austin Jackson coming into the 2012 season was that while he was a gifted natural hitter with blazing speed, his approach…
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Justin Verlander's late-game velocity explained
May 2nd, 2012 1:05 PMWhy is Justin Verlander able to throw harder as the game goes on? It’s pretty simple: he’s a freak. Unlike nearly every other pitcher on the planet,…
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Tigers release Brandon Inge
April 26th, 2012 4:04 PMBrandon Inge has been the most consistent face around the Detroit Tigers locker room for the past decade, having made his debut with the team back in…
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Rangers series should lead to a change in Leyland's strategy
April 24th, 2012 7:04 PMThe Detroit Tigers recent series against the Texas Rangers in which they dropped three out of four games should have taught Tiger’s manager Jim Leyland a lot.…
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Drew Smyly off to a good start
April 23rd, 2012 9:07 AMAfter winning the fifth starter job in training camp, Detroit Tigers rookie Drew Smyly has proven Jim Leyland and the front office to be wise decision makers…
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Tigers to get their first look at Yu Darvish
April 19th, 2012 8:35 AMThe Detroit Tigers get their first shot at revenge against the team that knocked them out of the playoffs in the ALCS last season when they begin…
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The 10 Best Managers in Baseball
April 17th, 2012 2:40 PMTheFanHub’s John Axelrod counts down his list of the top 10 managers in the Major Leagues.
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Is giving lucrative contracts to first basemen a bad idea?
April 13th, 2012 9:35 AMThis weekend’s upcoming Yankees vs. Angels series raises an interesting question about superstar first basemen and the mega contracts they’ve been receiving. Most fans were thrilled to…
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Adam Wilk gets tapped to replace injured Fister
April 10th, 2012 1:01 PMDetroit prospect Adam Wilk has been tapped to fill in for the Tigers’ injured number two starter Doug Fister, who suffered a costochondral strain in his first…
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Early returns on Tigers lineup coming in high
April 9th, 2012 2:01 AMEveryone knew the Detroit Tigers were going to hit. But not many expected this much, this quickly. After squeaking out a 3-2 win in the season opener…
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Verlander thrilled with Opening Day start
April 5th, 2012 7:31 PMHe didn’t get the win, but reigning Cy Young and MVP winner Justin Verlander- was thrilled with his performance in the Detroit Tigers’ Opening Day victory over…
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Breaking Down the American League Contenders
April 3rd, 2012 9:33 AMThere is a clear hierarchy of six teams atop the AL this year with the Yankees, Red Sox, Tigers, Rangers, Rays, and Angels, but only five playoff…
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With upgraded Tigers roster comes high expectations
April 2nd, 2012 10:12 AMThe Detroit Tigers were hardly a preseason favorite to make it to the World Series last year, fielding a rotation full of unknown quantities behind eventual MVP…
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Can Justin Verlander repeat his success?
March 30th, 2012 8:31 AMJustin Verlander’s 2011 season was one of the greatest in baseball history, as he led the league in wins, win%, ERA, innings pitched, strikeouts, WHIP, and HR/9…
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Tigers to get Miguel Cabrera back earlier than expected
March 27th, 2012 10:31 AMAfter receiving a bit of a scare when a ground ball took a weird bounce and struck third baseman Miguel Cabrera in the face, fracturing a bone…
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Who will be the Tigers' fifth starter?
March 25th, 2012 8:31 PMThe first four members of the Detroit Tigers starting rotation are set heading into the final week of Spring Training. With reigning MVP and Cy Young winner…
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Miguel Cabrera Could Miss the Opener
March 22nd, 2012 4:32 PMDetroit Tigers All-Star Miguel Cabrera’s recent eye injury might keep him off the field on Opening Day. Cabrera broke a bone under his right eye after being…
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Will Prince Fielder's power numbers dip in Detroit?
March 15th, 2012 12:32 PMThe Detroit Tigers are going to be excited no matter what when Opening Day rolls around and Prince Fielder is written into the lineup in the cleanup…
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Detroit Tigers are built to contend for years to come
March 6th, 2012 12:31 PMEveryone knows the Detroit Tigers are poised to contend for the World Series this year. They have the reigning MVP and Cy Young Award winner in Justin…
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Tigers still plan to turn Austin Jackson loose
March 1st, 2012 11:31 AMWith the addition of Prince Fielder to go along with perennial MVP candidate Miguel Cabrera in the heart of their lineup, one might expect the Detroit Tigers…
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Detroit Tigers very likely to have at least three left-handed pitchers on Opening Day roster
February 28th, 2012 11:31 AMWith strong left-handed hitting lineups in the division and four right-handers locked into the rotation, the Tigers need a third left-hander in the bullpen.
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MLB's 10 Best Value Contracts of 2012
February 15th, 2012 4:52 PMSpring Training is right around the corner after a whole lot of cash got doled this winter. But who got the most bang for their buck?
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Detroit Tigers' roster leaves little reason to worry about farm system
February 8th, 2012 3:02 PMWith the Detroit Tigers’ recent off-season acquisition of Prince Fielder, the Motor City appears to be in a great position for the next several seasons. While their…
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Best and worst of free agent signings for 2011
February 4th, 2012 4:30 PMWith two of the biggest contracts in baseball history handed out during the 2011-12 baseball offseason, there was plenty of things to talk about regarding smart deals…
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Is Pitching Still The Tigers Strong Suit?
February 3rd, 2012 2:04 PMThe Detroit Tigers made headlines when their all-world pitcher was named Major League Baseball’s MVP. Then they made another gargantuan splash when General Manager Dave Dombrowski doled…
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Detroit Tigers 'seriously negotiating' with Cuban star Yoenis Cespedes
January 31st, 2012 5:31 AMDespite the recent king’s ransom the Detroit Tigers gave Prince Fielder, they are still very interested in the 26-year-old Cuban outfielder Yoenis Cespedes. Cespedes brings a lot…
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Victor Martinez Injury is Why Prince Fielder is a Tiger, not a Dodger
January 26th, 2012 4:31 PMLeading up to the Detroit Tigers signing free agent first baseman Prince Fielder, the most common speculation had the hefty Prince winding up with either the Washington…
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Tigers happy to have Prince Fielder, but is he worth it?
January 24th, 2012 11:30 PMThe Detroit Tigers pulled off the shock of the offseason on Tuesday when they signed free agent first baseman Prince Fielder to a 9-year, $214 million deal,…
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Tigers sign Prince Fielder
January 24th, 2012 3:06 PMThe Detroit Tigers have made their big offseason splash, agreeing on Tuesday to a 9-year, $214 million contract with free agent first baseman Prince Fielder, pending a…
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Would Alfonso Soriano be a Good Fit In Detroit?
January 18th, 2012 5:04 PMIs Alfonso Soriano the best fit for the Detroit Tigers?
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Tigers' Victor Martinez likely out for season
January 17th, 2012 3:31 PMThe Detroit Tigers received devastating news on Tuesday afternoon when they learned that designated hitter Victor Martinez suffered a torn ACL during his offseason conditioning program, and…
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Tigers looking to trade for Matt Garza
January 10th, 2012 11:55 AMWith Matt Garza as the biggest commodity that the Chicago Cubs have as they look to rebuild, they’ve made it known around the league that he could…
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Delmon Young faces uncertain future with Tigers
December 27th, 2011 10:00 AMThe deadline for offering contracts to arbitration-eligible players is this Monday, and Detroit Tigers outfielder Delmon Young is expected to be one of the players who is…
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Could the Tigers be after Jimmy Rollins?
December 13th, 2011 7:00 PMThere has been very little happening on the Jimmy Rollins front ever since the Phillies left the Winter Meetings, despite both sides giving out overtures that they…
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Report: Tigers agree to deal with right-handed reliever Octavio Dotel
December 8th, 2011 9:31 AMThe “Detroit Tigers”: made a move to bolster their bullpen on Monday when they came to terms with right-hander Octavio Dotel for the 2012 season, including an…
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Tigers looking to add speed
December 6th, 2011 12:01 PMDetroit Tigers GM Dave Dombrowski acknowledged on Tuesday that upgrading the team’s speed is one thing that he’s focusing on at the Winter Meetings in Dallas this…
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Could Jose Reyes signing with Marlins help Tigers land Yoenis Cespedes?
December 5th, 2011 1:01 PMAccording to Ian Casselberry of MLive.com, Jose Reyes signing with the Miami Marlins could be a positive for the Detroit Tigers, as it opens the door for…
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Should Tigers target Aramis Ramirez?
November 30th, 2011 4:38 PMWith the MLB Winter Meetings coming up next week, the Detroit Tigers should take a long look at free agent Aramis Ramirez to fill their current hole…
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Tigers interested in Buehrle
November 28th, 2011 11:31 AMThe Detroit Tigers became the latest team to express an interest in free agent left-hander Mark Buehrle, as was reported by the Detroit News on Monday. The…
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Detroit Tigers' Justin Verlander named AL MVP
November 21st, 2011 1:31 PMAfter being named a unanimous Cy Young winner last week, Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander- became the first pitcher since 1992 to take home the MVP award as…
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Detroit Tigers' ace Justin Verlander savors Cy Young
November 15th, 2011 7:01 PMTo the surprise of no one, Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander- was the unanimous choice for the American League Cy Young Award on Tuesday, collecting all…
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MVPs? Cy Youngs? The debate continues
November 4th, 2011 10:31 AMThe major awards for Major League baseball will begin to be announced on November 14, and there are a few that are more or less a formality.…
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Magglio, Guillen, Zumaya not expected back in Detroit
November 1st, 2011 6:00 PMThe Detroit Tigers were one step away from the World Series this year, but if they want to have the same type of success next season it…
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Rangers return to Series
October 16th, 2011 11:01 AMThe Texas Rangers made no doubts about their return to the World Series for the second year in a row on Saturday night, as they used an…
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Sixth-inning surge propels Tigers, turns Game 5
October 13th, 2011 6:30 PMFacing elimination in Game 5 at home, the Tigers sent ace Justin Verlander to the mound on Thursday to keep their season alive. And after holding the…
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Verlander seeks return to normalcy in Game 5
October 12th, 2011 4:00 PMThe ALCS between the Detroit Tigers and Texas Rangers has already been derailed by rain, with Game 1 being delayed, Game 2 getting pushed back a day,…
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Cruz slam in 11th lifts Rangers to 2-0 ALCS lead
October 10th, 2011 10:01 PMNelson Cruz lifted the Texas Rangers to a 2-0 series lead over the Detroit Tigers in the ALCS when he hit the first walkoff grand slam in…
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With no late magic, Yanks' season ends
October 6th, 2011 11:00 PMAll night long, the New York Yankees seemed to be on the verge of breaking through the Detroit Tigers’ pitching and putting a crooked number up on…
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Yankees rout Tigers, force Game 5 in ALDS
October 4th, 2011 11:01 PMAfter all of the hand wringing leading into A.J. Burnett’s Game 4 start for the New York Yankees as they tried to stave off elimination against the…
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Verlander not great -- but gets the job done
October 4th, 2011 4:01 AMDetroit Tigers ace and presumed Cy Young candidate Justin Verlander had one of the most dominant seasons of any starting pitcher in the last 20 years. So…
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Verlander, Tigers outduel Sabathia and Yanks to take 2-1 ALDS lead
October 3rd, 2011 11:00 PMThe marquee pitching matchup between CC Sabathia and Justin Verlander may have had to wait for a few days, but it didn’t disappoint when it finally came…
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Tigers avoid late collapse, even ALDS with Yankees
October 2nd, 2011 8:45 PMThe ALDS between the New York Yankees and Detroit Tigers is now a best of three, as the Tigers evened the series at one game apiece in…
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Cliff Corcoran: NL, AL MVP awards still undecided as season enters final week
September 26th, 2011 12:31 PMThe MLB Awards races are winding to a close with three games left in the regular season, and only a few have had slam dunk candidates emerge.…
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Fister leads the way as Tigers clinch Central
September 17th, 2011 12:30 AMDoug Fister has been one of the biggest hard-luck pitchers in the major leagues this season, sporting just a 9-13 record despite his 2.98 ERA. But he…
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MVP debate will have no clear winner
September 9th, 2011 12:00 PMAs the AL MVP race continues to heat up, Ken Rosenthal of Foxsports.com suggests that whomever wins in 2011, a valid, and clear argument can be made…
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Video: AL MVP Contenders and Pretenders
September 2nd, 2011ESPN’s Doug Glanville breaks down the AL’s contenders and pretenders for the MVP race.
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Video: MLB Trade Market: The Value of Jimenez, and Nolasco
July 16th, 2011Ken Rosenthaul of Fox Sports breaks down who could “buyers” and “sellers” as the trade deadline approaches.
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