Monthly Archives: December 2022

Hall-of-Famer Gaylord Perry was involved in two notable games against the Detroit Tigers

Posted on December 5, 2022 by ballparkman1955

With the news of the recent passing of Hall-of-Famer Gaylord Perry, it seemed time to tell the stories of two unusual games he was involved in against the Detroit Tigers. Perry was opposing pitcher when Billy Martin picked the Tigers’ … Continue reading →

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Boyd’s return gives Tigers’ pitching staff depth with some veteran leadership

Posted on December 2, 2022 by ballparkman1955

So, the Tigers are bringing Matthew Boyd back to the team. It is a move that was predictable, decent and yet a bit puzzling. Let’s get to the puzzling part first. The Tigers signed him for one year at $10 … Continue reading →

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It is George Lerchen’s 100th birthday – former Tigers player was Detroit native

Posted on December 1, 2022 by ballparkman1955

Although George Lerchen did not have a lengthy major-league career, he was born near the site of Navin Field in Detroit, made his major-league debut on Opening Day in Detroit and hit his only major-league home run as a member … Continue reading →

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Candelario had his moments but fell short of expectations

Posted on December 1, 2022 by ballparkman1955

Jeimer Candelario was one of the first pieces the Tigers added when they decided to begin a rebuilding process in 2017. A year earlier, the Tigers had 86 wins and finished second in the AL Central, but by the end … Continue reading →

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