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Brad Wakai

Brad Wakai

Joined: Jul 20, 2024

Aug 29, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Tigers pitcher Joey Wentz (43) pitches in the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Comerica Park
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Former Top Detroit Tigers Prospect Claimed by Pirates After Surprise DFA

The Detroit Tigers will be without one of their former top prospects after he was designated for assignment and subsequently claimed by the Pittsburgh Pirates.

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Jul 28, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Detroit Tigers left fielder Robbie Grossman (8) socializes against the Toronto Blue Jays during batting practice at Rogers Centre
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Former Detroit Tigers Sure-Handed Defender Claimed By Division Rival

Former Detroit Tigers Sure-Handed Defender Claimed By Division Rival

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Tigers Javier Baez (28) reacts to striking out against the Diamondbacks during a game at Chase Field on Friday, May 17, 2024.
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Detroit Tigers Announce Star Shortstop Will Undergo Season-Ending Surgery

The Detroit Tigers will now be without one of their shortstops for the rest of the year after the team announced he'll be undergoing surgery.

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Jun 21, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch (14) jokes around in the dugout before a game against the Chicago White Sox at Comerica Park
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Detroit Tigers Skipper Discusses Team's New Goal Amid Hot Streak

The Detroit Tigers have their sights set on accomplishing this one thing during their hot stretch of play.

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Aug 10, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Alex Faedo (49) throws a pitch against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning at Oracle Park
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Detroit Tigers Move Former Top Prospect to Injured List

After expecting to get one of their rising stars back, the Detroit Tigers instead moved him to the injured list.

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Jun 29, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (11) returns to the dugout before playing the New York Yankees at Rogers Centre
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Could Detroit Tigers Pursue Another Star at Shortstop This Offseason?

With the offseason on the horizon, the Detroit Tigers could make a splash if they go after this one star player.

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Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch (14) walks off the field after a pitching change during the eighth inning at Comerica Park in Detroit on Sunday, May 12, 2024.
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Detroit Tigers Skipper Touted as Best Decision the Franchise Made in Past Decade

When looking at the state of the Detroit Tigers, the hiring of their current manager A.J. Hinch has been heralded as the best decision this franchise has made in a long time.

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Jun 9, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) throws a pitch against the Milwaukee Brewers in the seventh inning at Comerica Park
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Most Important Offseason Decision Centers Around Detroit Tigers Ace

The Detroit Tigers will need to make some important decisions that help this group while they still have their ace performing at an elite level.

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Aug 18, 2024; Williamsport, Pennsylvania, USA; Detroit Tigers outfielder Parker Meadows (22) celebrates with teammates after hitting a walk-off single against the New York Yankees at BB&T Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field
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Detroit Tigers Insider Cautions Fans About Excitement Over Red-Hot Youngsters

The Detroit Tigers have gone with a youth movement to close out the year, and even though the early returns have been positive, one insider cautions fans about their excitement.

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Jun 3, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) comes off the field after he pitches against the Texas Rangers during the second inning at Globe Life Field
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New York Yankees Superstar Makes Bold Statement About Detroit Tigers Ace

It seems like the Detroit Tigers ace has impressed one of the best players in the game following some glowing praise that was sent his way by the New York Yankees star.

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Lafayette Aviators short stop Trey Sweeney (2) swings during the fifth inning of a regular season Prospect League baseball game, Thursday, June 6, 2019, at Loeb Stadium in Lafayette. Aviators Home Opener Vs Danville
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Detroit Tigers Call Up Their New Top Prospect Acquired at Deadline

The Detroit Tigers have wasted little time seeing what one of their newest top prospects can do at the Major League level.

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Detroit Tigers Kerry Carpenter (30) smiles after hitting a home run against the Seattle Mariners at Comerica Park in Detroit on Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024.
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Detroit Tigers Clubhouse is 'Excited' Following Emergence of Young Stars

There are good vibes pulsating through the Detroit Tigers clubhouse after they have started to find a groove with their young stars in the mix.

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