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With Keith, I would think a good off-season could reveal a stronger and more sturdy arm then last year. He also appears to be getting bigger and stronger.

Boyd would be a good fit for the Tigers.

My guess is the answer at first base for 2026 or 2027 is Liranzo. Tork needs to be gone. He will never improve hear. He would probably do well in Arizona or Anaheim.

As much as we would like a big FA signing, Harris in his end of year presser kind of said that it's not going to happen. I'd like both a new 3b and 1b, but that is not realistic. I would think maybe 2 SPs that are good, and reclamation projects for other needs

I would like Alanzo at first and trade Tork.

Rehire Al Alivia

This just might be the most critical juncture the Tigers reside at since 2005. Take a look at the outfielder for a moment. While there is much to admire, there are also some questions peering into the future. Carp and Geene are solid players, but both have had significant injury histories so far into their respective careers. Carpenter's back issues can take a serious turn . Does Perez have a place moving forward in Detroit or is he a depth piece for Toledo? A right handed outfielder addition might make some sense for example. An upgrade is desirable at third. Is Tork the answer at first. As mentioned earlier, chemistry is this case is very important as mentioned earlier. I advise caution.

I think the Bally sports mess , which will leave almost the entire division looking for new avenues for TV coverage, will be the most impactful variable on the AL Central's off-season. That would also indicate that I would not be surprised if much of the division is very parsimonious this off season . BTW, I would trade Tork in a heartbeat.

How can anyone be disappointed with this season? They exceeded expectations, and the are pieces on the big club and the farm that bode well for long term. I think we are short a starter, and infielder, ( 1st or 3rd), and a right handed outfielder short. It will be fun to watch what Harris and Co. come up with

I don't have cable , so I don't watch ESPN anymore. Am I right to assume that non stop orgasmic delight is being seen on that network due to the fact the Yankees, Mets, and Dodgers are in the playoffs?

The biggest person it is burning up is Boras. The agent meister will put a stop to this for '25.

Whoop Whoop!!!

1 to go!

2 outs to go.

I make have to brake out the scotch. This is tense.

15 0uts to go.

Wally the Walrus makes it home. 2-0.

Things are jelling as Hurter works out of a jam.

Way to go Parker!

Toaster Torkelson strikes again.

I picked the wrong day to stop drinking!

As I read the tea leaves, I would not expect much in the way of free agent signings unless the season ticket sales are through the roof by December 31. The 50 million dollar Bally infusion looks to be gone, and it's very unclear what a replacement will provide. The attendence to the Tigers games was 750,000 below the median, which is probably equates to a minimum of 80 million dollars of gross revenue. The net starting point for revenue for the Tigers is roughly 130 million dollars below an median MLB team. With a strong post season performance, I would expect that some of the 130 million would be made up. My guess is that spending will be an RP, a low tier SP, and a reclamation project. If season ticket sales for 2025 boom between now and the end of the year, things might change.

With respect to the TP situation, if you're really hard up, rake your leaves up in your yard or city park, bag them, and use those.

I think managers, usually, are worth roughly 4 to 5 games a year maybe 3 to 4. That's the difference of being on the outside looking in with respect to the playoffs. Hinch has done a magnificent job of having his team motivated to play and prepared as well.

Isn't there still a paper plant in Munising MI in the UP that makes TP or am I having a senior moment?