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Al loves him some Mexicans.

The 10 year benchmark is currently sitting on 2.728%. That’s down from being above 3.0% last week. The bond massacre has taken a breather recently.

Of course it’s going to rain! This game is scheduled to be on youtube! 🌧

I know and understand the focus on guns at this point. I am not going to debate the gun ‘thing’ because I’m not in that room. I do find it appalling that there are so many people in this country that have no problem killing other people, NO problem whatsoever. Guns end up as tools too often, yes. But the fact that someone can walk into a school, business, crowd, whatever, and just begin killing other human beings randomly. Guns aren’t responsible for the hate people have of others. Guns laws can be debated and legislated forever, but the lack of regard for human life won’t be resolved through gun legislation. This country is in a really bad place right now.

From its 2021 peak in the 4th quarter of last year, the NASDAQ is down a shade over 30%. P/E’s matter again.

A few blurbs from the weekend WSJ… “The futures market is pricing S&P dividends per share at $64.55 per share this year, but only $60.60 in 2023., implying a drop of 6%, according to Goldman Sachs.” Same article… “Eight of the past rate-hike cycles ended eventually in recessions, Deutschmark data show.” Same article… ”None of the data we track, even leading indicators that look forward, are indicating that recession is on the horizon,” said Cliff Hodge, chief investment officer at Cornerstone Wealth. Same article… …”The analysts added that the S&P 500 is edging closer to the typical decline of about 24% seen in recessions dating back to 1946, and the current sell off, at more than 90 trading sessions, has extended well beyond the typical downturn not associated with a contraction.” So there you go, it’s anybody’s guess where this one ends up. I thought the futures market projecting S&P dividends was interesting.

There is nothing to see. The Tigers aren’t going anywhere, new ownership or not.

Detroit has a relatively new park. That was a huge move ownership has made in recent history. So an old and outdated park isn’t in the conversation. So, beyond that, what would benefit a buyer by relocating the team that can’t be accomplished here in Detroit. A new ownership can improve the team and system here without moving. There is a fan base in Detroit starving for competent leadership and investment. This doesn’t require moving the team at all. I’m not understanding how an owner can improve his wealth, per se, by relocating the franchise. Besides, I’m pretty sure MLB would not allow a new owner to relocate this franchise, period. Am I missing something here?

Why would a potential buyer not keep the team in Detroit? Seriously.

I remember some conversation about this last year. Good to see we’re moving in the right direction in 2022 🙄

The elusive win #10.

I would definitely look at bringing Grossman back.

Hinch is no better in Detroit than Ausmus was, to date.

Surely you jest! The magic was in the trash cans.

Yep, that’ll do it.

But for a few well placed trash cans…?

Comment was unprofessional and uncalled for. Maybe it was intended to be a joke-poor timing.

Without question. Shortly after Hinch was hired he conducted interviews that would give you the impression, if you didn’t know better, that he was the GM. At the time that was my impression when hearing him speak. I honestly think Al has relied heavily on Hinch’s opinions and advice.

I’ve listened to this entire series through the A’s audio feed. Last night one of their guys pointed out that Mark Kotsay was considered a finalists for the Tigers managerial opening Hinch was chosen for. I honestly didn’t recall Kotsay as a serious candidate for the job. That said, I believe Kotsay would have been an excellent choice for Detroit.

Well, it appears we have some very uncooperative weather today…sunny skies.

Clearly, you missed your calling. 😉

Listening to the Hinch postgame conversation is brutal. He doesn’t have a clue. It’s the same old “ we gotta find a way to….” Nothing of substance, no real solutions other than just keep hoping. And we know what they say about hoping.

Finally, it is over.

I’m fine with Cincy moving ahead of the Tigers. Change is needed and if being the worst is what it takes, so be it.

Tork is really struggling. Toledo may be in his near future.