Crosby In Detroit?

Yes we know Detroit Red Wings Fan Hate Sidney Crosby but the Detroit Tigers are interested in another Crosby as in Bobby Crosby. The Tigers would play him at Shortstop at least sometimes. He has had his share of injuries and if Crosby could stay healthy he could help out with his Bat if it can get going. Let's see what the Tigers do for the shortstop position. They are still in talks with Adam Everett returning after a decent year in Detroit.

Placido "Pally" Polanco Signs 3 Year Deal With Phillies

Placido Polanco was not offed arbitration from the Tigers and then signed just days after by the defending National League Champs the Philadelphia Phillies.

The Phillies paid Polanco was is reported to be a 3Yr - $18 Million Deal. Many Tigers fans are upset that the Tigers didn't even offer Polanco a one year deal.

When looking back on the entire situation I feel it was best for the club. Pally is now at the age of 34. It's time for the Tigers to turn the table to a young guy (Scott Sizemore). His contract will be much easier on the Tigers pocket book (What the Tigers really need most) and save the Tigers much needed money. And if the Tigers did offer him a 1 Year arbitration deal at let's say six million he may have took it to a hearing Vs the Tigers and receive even more money. When looking over the other top 2nd Basemen in the league and see their salaries are Polanco would have had a case. Brian Roberts & Pedroria are just a few 2nd Basemen with huge contracts. Pally does have some hardware to flash before the Judge.

The Tigers made the smart move to not re-sign Polanco. It may hurt them for a year or so but with the whole money situation it best that the Tigers stay away. Let's see if Scott Sizemore is the answer at 2nd Base or will they fiddle even more with their Roster. Detroit Tigers GM Dave Dombrowski has some work cut out for him.

What Moves Will The Tigers Make For 2010?

Well the Tigers move on to next season. Next year is filled with overpriced contracts the Tigers must honor. What moves do you think will be made this off season. We at CopaTimes would love to hear what you think.

I project that Pally will be gone and I'm really not sure if Rodney will come back either. I do believe Lyon will be back however. I also think the Tigers will be shopping Maggs around. But will there be any takers? If only the Tigers could get the money back they spent on Willis and Robertson.

In the words of Charles Barkley, Just Teerrrible!........Nate Robertson Sucks!

Yesterday when I was doing my daily dose of Detroit Tigers research I noticed the probable pitchers. Guess who the 1st place Tigers had on the mound? Yes Nate Robertson. Exactly what the Blue Jays needed to give the Tigers their 4th straight loss. But wait don't worry Tigers fans just in case Robertson gets hit around or hurt (I'm not sure if the Nate's injury hurt or helped the Tigers) they have Armando Galarraga! Wow. Well the Tigers do a have 5.5 game lead over the Twins and 6 ahead of the White Sox but when you start Nate, and bring in Armando you can't tell me you expect to win the game. You Play To Win The Game! Armando has an ERA just a few points under 5 and half at 5.46 as Nate's ERA is at 5.35. I do however have a little more confidence in Armando but the Texas Rangers gave up on him when pitching for them has never been rock solid. I know it's nothing to panic over, (Maybe I should focus on their hitting) but it was a pretty unbearable game to watch. To conclude this rant I would like to end with one comment. Nate Robertson is in no way a power pitcher, he thinks he needs to use a bull dog mentality out there in seasons past and we found that stopped working last season. He now tries to be more of a finesse pitcher ala Kenny Rogers. (This didn't work either, you have to throw strikes) Is this going to be another situation where the Tigers will waive Nate and just eat the contract? I wouldn't hate to see it but then again I'm not paying him either. He really is just taking a spot away from someone who actually may contribute to the Tigers winning efforts.

Ernie Harwell Has Tumor, A Very Sad Day For Baseball

Ernie Harwell is one of the most memorable Tigers and never even had one at bat or threw one pitch. With some very sad news Mr. Harwell told the media he has a tumor that him and his family have decided not to medically treat. Harwell is 91 years old and has a historic and very healthy life up until this news today. He was retired but made commercials for Blue Cross and also wrote a column in the Free Press and made a few books and an Audio Scrapbook. It's a sad day for all of Tigers fans but I'm sure Mr. Harwell would like us to just think of the positives. Thanks for everything Mr. Harwell a true Detroit Tigers Legend.

Aubrey Huff's A Detroit Tiger

The Detroit Tigers have acquired Aubrey Huff from the Baltimore Orioles. In return they gave up Relief Pitching prospect Brett Jacobson.

What did the Tigers really give away in the trade?

- Jacobson is a 6-6 205 Righty that attended Vanderbilt. He was selected by Detroit in the 2008 Draft in the 4th Round. He was previously selected by the Arizona Diamondbacks in 11th round of 2005 draft.

- Brett Jacobson has a nice fastball that reaches the middle 90's (91-95) and makes it look very easy. He also has a change piece and slider in his pitch arsenal.

I have personally saw Jacobson throw when he played for the West Michigan Whitecaps of The Midwest League & The Single A Affiliate the Tigers. Located just outside of Grand Rapids, Michigan. He only threw around 30 innings but posted a 1.52 ERA with 31 K's. He did however give up 26 hits. Yet always worked out of it. As we are sort of use to in Detroit with Todd Jones and even Rodney.

In Return the Tigers get Huff who can be when on be a middle of the line up hitter. He can play 1st and 3rd, Left Field and DH. He can really help out Inge and get his some rest for his bad legs.

Overall this is a nice move by Detroit and it might really pay off if he gets hot. It's another Left handed bat which they could use. Huff really wanted out of Baltimore. Let's hope Detroit is the right fit.

Detroit Tigers Links 8-8-2009

In case your curious on what any Detroit Tigers player makes head over to the Detroit Tigers Weblog. There, they have a complete list of what every current Tiger gets paid.

Over at Bless You Boys they have are recapping Friday nights game. It was another close one yet the Tigers came out on top. Fernando Rodney gets shaken but gets the job done.

I laughed when I read the SeayLyon blog post at Roar of the Tigers. You will have to check it out for yourself. Not to mention Brandon Inge's new mustache? I'm not sure I haven't noticed but let me know and I will also be on the look out.

There is good news for Tigers fans that are Comcast subscribers. You now can watch the Tigers last game anytime. Comcast will feature the Tigers most recent game on demand. It will be available to watch 2 hours after the game ends. Not a bad deal for you busy Tigers fans out there. However I'm not much of a Comcast fan either. Head over to the Detroit Free Press for the full story on Comcast's deal with the Tigers and Major League Baseball.

In other news one of my favorite Podcasts was the Detroit Tigers Podcasts. Mike McClary I believe is the one behind the podcast. He now just focuses on his Daily Fungo Blog on the Tigers and baseball. He will no longer be doing his regular podcasts. I'm not sure how he did it because its not easy to produce a podcast with a busy life. Anyways check out his blog, The Daily Fungo.

Also what about Alex Avila. Seems to be good news for the Tigers. He hit his first Home Run today. I'm not sure who was more excited him or his father. It's great to see the kid succeed. He could be exactly what the Tigers and just about every other Major League Baseball team is looking for...A Good Young Catcher.