Embed from Getty Images Several media outlets say Detroit Lions, head coach Matt Patrica is causing a stir in mini camp. When players do not do the simple things the coaches ask they run. A lot. Some think Patrica, could lose the team. Others say it is a slap on the hand. I say it…
Detroit Red Wings: draft should mimic the Detroit Tigers
Embed from Getty Images The Detroit Red Wings, need to get better in a few key areas. Much like the Detroit Tigers, the Wings can use the plethora of early draft picks to begin aiding those areas. Fresh off the 2018 MLB draft. The Detroit Tigers did a masterful job of hitting all the team…
Detroit Pistons: head coach before new general manager?
Embed from Getty Images In the good old days owner brought in a new general manager and allowed them to hire the coach they wanted. Tom Gores owner of the Detroit Pistons, does not seem to want that approach. It seems as if the Pistons have narrowed the head coaching position to Dwane Casey, (formerly of…
Detroit Tigers: draft pick Kody Clemens
Embed from Getty Images Needing a dependable second baseman. The Detroit Tigers, got a gift when the son of MLB legend Roger Clemens fell to them in the third round. He projects as a very good middle infielder. Kody Clemens, from the Texas Longhorns, began his college playing days at third base. Late in the…
Detroit Tigers: draft pick Parker Meadows
Embed from Getty Images The Detroit Tigers, needing to add another bat to the prospect pool went back to high school. Drafting 6′ 4″ outfielder Parker Meadows. A pick being applauded by MLB experts. Meadows, is the brother of current Pittsburgh Pirates centerfielder Austin Meadows. He has plus raw power. Not too mention for a…
Detroit Tigers: select Casey Mize
Embed from Getty Images The Detroit Tigers, already with a good group of pipeline pitchers added the best pitcher in the first round of the 2018 MLB draft. University of Auburn pitcher Casey Mize. His 2.95 ERA is good. However, what pops off the stat sheet is 151 strikeouts while only walking 12 batters. Casey…
Detroit Tigers: what to do with Nicholas Castellanos
Embed from Getty Images He is 6’ 5” and has made the transition from third base to right field. At 26 years old Nick Castellanos is playing his best baseball. The Detroit Tigers, in a rebuild already have a young big bat at Triple-A Toledo in Christian Stewart. However, Nicholas Castellanos, is a bat you…
Detroit Tigers: need to trade Michael Fulmer
Embed from Getty Images He is a very good, very young pitcher. The Detroit Tigers, need to trade the former American League rookie of the year. Never mind that he is only 25 years old and he is under control for four more years. Michael Fulmer, can speed up the Tigers rebuild. This is a…
Detroit Pistons: next step is huge
Embed from Getty Images The Detroit Pistons, brought in senior adviser Ed Stefanski last week. He is being tasked to bring in the teams next general manger. This is a critical next step Detroit must get right. Weeks after Detroit Pistons, owner Tom Gores fired head coach, team president and general manager Stan Van Gundy….
Detroit Tigers: scouting hitters
Embed from Getty Images As the Detroit Tigers, are in deep prep for the 2018 MLB draft. Let’s take a look at how to identify a good hitting prospect. There are a few key components to be aware of when watching a batter. It is more than step up to the plate and hit. Much…
