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Brad Wakai

Brad Wakai

Joined: Jul 20, 2024

Mar 7, 2021; Lakeland, Florida, USA; A general view of the Detroit Tigers script logo on the building at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium during the spring training game between the Detroit Tigers and the Toronto Blue Jays
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Unheralded Detroit Tigers Pitcher Has Impressive Arizona Fall League Performance

Another Detroit Tigers pitcher could be putting his name into the running for a spot in the rotation at some point in his career based on his Arizona Fall League performance so far.

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May 19, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Detroit Tigers pitcher Matt Manning (25) during the first inning at Chase Field
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Forgotten Former First Round Pick Is 'Absolutely in the Mix' for Starting Spot

The Detroit Tigers will be giving one of their past first round picks a shot to make the starting rotation during Spring Training.

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Detroit Tigers president of baseball operations Scott Harris speaks to media members during spring training at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland, Fla. on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024
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Detroit Tigers 'Unlikely To Bid' for Top Starting Pitchers in Free Agency

Despite the clear need for the Detroit Tigers to add another elite pitcher, it doesn't sound like they are going to pursue one.

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Detroit Tigers pitcher Casey Mize (12) walks off the field after pitching against Tampa Bay Rays during the sixth inning at Comerica Park in Detroit on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024
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Detroit Tigers Decline Club Option For Previous First Overall Pick

The Detroit Tigers have decided to decline the club option for one of their past first overall pick and top prospect.

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Detroit Tigers bench coach George Lombard watches a play against the Atlanta Braves during Game 2 of the doubleheader at Comerica Park in Detroit on Wednesday, June 14, 2023.
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Detroit Tigers Bench Coach Still in Running for Miami Marlins Managerial Job

As the Miami Marlins get closer to making a decision on who their next manager will be, the Detroit Tigers bench coach, George Lombard, is still in the mix.

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Detroit Tigers pitcher Devin Sweet warms up during spring training at Tigertown in Lakeland, Fla. on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024
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Detroit Tigers Trade Away Intriguing Pitcher to National League Powerhouse

Detroit Tigers Trade Away Intriguing Pitcher to National League Powerhouse

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Detroit Tigers first base Spencer Torkelson (20) celebrates a play against Cleveland Guardians during the ninth inning at Game 3 of ALDS at Comerica Park in Detroit on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024
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Insider States 'All Signs Point To' Detroit Tigers Moving Off Former Top Prospect

It sounds like the Detroit Tigers are thinking about moving on from their former top prospect.

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Jun 2, 2022; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Tigers right fielder Daz Cameron (41) celebrates with teammates after the game against the Minnesota Twins at Comerica Park
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Former Detroit Tigers Top Prospect Gets Traded to Elite American League Team

One of the past Detroit Tigers top prospects has now been traded to an elite American League team.

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Jun 3, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers associate manager Will Venable (83) watches from the dugout during the fourth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Globe Life Field. Venable fills in as acting manager for manager Bruce Bochy (not pictured) who misses game due to person reasons
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Detroit Tigers Division Rival Chicago White Sox Have Decided on Their Next Manager

The Detroit Tigers rivals will have a new manager in the upcoming campaign after the Chicago White Sox have reportedly decided on who they will hire.

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Oct 28, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler (21) throws during the first inning in game three of the 2024 MLB World Series against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium
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Detroit Tigers Potential Free Agent Target Pitches Gem in World Series

One of the Detroit Tigers offseason targets just pitched a gem in the World Series.

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Jul 5, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Detroit Tigers outfielder Wenceel Perez (46) high fives teammates after the victory over the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park
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Detroit Tigers Breakout Star Could Become More Valuable By Doing This One Thing

After a breakout season, the Detroit Tigers rookie could become even more valuable if he does this one thing.

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Hat and glove of Detroit Tigers sits on the ledge of the dugout
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Detroit Tigers Have Two Special Catching Prospects On Their Hands

The Detroit Tigers seem to have a special group on their hands at the catcher position going forward.

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