Category: Detroit Tigers

04May

Tigers bare CLAWS

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"84" Tigers Logo

The Detroit Tigers are SLOWLY putting things together. Slowly shaking off the rust that has plagued them THROUGHOUT this young season. This was never more apparent than in Wednesday’s match up against the DREADED New York Yankees. Manager Jim Leyland sensed the team needed a bit of a spark, and his subtle adjustments to the lineup seemed to make ALL the difference.
Keep in mind however, that the Yankees did trot out their “B~Team” to do battle. Nonetheless, these are the games that you HAVE to devour if you want to compete for the division, and an eventual playoff spot. After LOSING a embarrassing series to the Cleveland Indians, this is the type of win that could put the Tigers back on track.
The OUTSTANDING play and return to form was a welcomed sight. Max Scherzer pitched a GEM! Going eight SCORELESS innings, allowing only FOUR hits, and recording NINE strikeouts. Maglio Ordonez FINALLY got off the snyd, stroking in a TWO run homer in the third inning. His FIRST of the year. Victor Martinas also made his return to the lineup after a brief stint on the DL. He, along with fellow heavy hitters Cabrera, Boesch, and Avila all contributed to the ten hit outing.
“Do I got something to say? Yeah, just about everyday.”

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16Jan

Detroit Tigers Spring Training Info

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JOKER MARCHANT STADIUM


Capacity 8,000
Year Opened 1966; renovated in 2003
Dimensions 340L, 420C, 340R
Surface Grass
Ticket Prices Tickets for the 2011 spring exhibition season will be priced at three separate levels, which include Navy, Orange and White levels. Navy level games on February 28, March 9, March 15 and March 16 range from $14-25. Orange level games on February 27, March 4, March 6, March 12, March 13, March 19, March 22 and March 26 range from $12-23. White level games on February 25, March 1, March 2, March 8, March 17 and March 24 range from $9-20.
Tickets on Sale January 8, 2011, 10 a.m.
Ticket Lines 866/66-TIGER.
Season Tickets on Sale To be announced.
Local Airport Orlando or Tampa
Address Al Kaline Dr., 2301 Lake Hills Blvd., Lakeland.
Directions Take exit 33 off I-4 onto Hwy. 33 South. Tiger Town and the ballpark are approximately 2 miles on the left. There is signage pointing out two parking areas next to the stadium.

GO TIGERS! ~Big Rob (@Hockey8player)

14Jan

2011 Detroit Tigers Line-Up

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1st Base: Miguel Cabrera – Cabby is the peanut butter to the Tigers jelly. He’s what makes this offense go, not much more you can say.

2nd Base: Carlos Guillen/Will Rhymes/Scott Sizemore – Either one of these guys could be the starter for the Tigers. Guillen, the veteran, would be your likely choice but with his very weak lower body, it’s yet to see if he can stay healthy for 162 games. Rhymes, this kid showed a lot of potential the 2nd half of last season. He showed he can play D and also hit for a high average as well as bringing some energy to the team. Rhymes would be my choice, but hey, I’m just a writer. Sizemore, was given the keys in 2010 to be the starter at 2nd. But it quickly showed that he wasn’t ready for the bright lights. He struggled for quite a bit in the 1st part of the season then was later sent down to Toldeo. Where he worked and his swing and really started to hit the ball well. If Scott can do what he did down at Toledo last year, I see him making a strong case for himself to be the starting 2nd basemen. All and all the Tigers have a lot of questions at 2nd base that will need to be answered come Spring Training time. (more…)