Detroit Tigers 2020

[cephasjames]

Originally Posted by Hrycaj

He is the last guy that could be linked to the past. The future seems bright and I’m more than ready for that to be put to the test. Bring those young guns up and let’s go.

Miggy is still there , but I agree. I'm really excited about the potential. I think they'll need to sign another Pudge or trade for another Miggy-type player to get them to the highest levels (and probably some other vets like Magglio Ordonez), but there is so much good potential right now.

[Hrycaj]

Originally Posted by cephasjames

Miggy is still there , but I agree. I'm really excited about the potential. I think they'll need to sign another Pudge or trade for another Miggy-type player to get them to the highest levels (and probably some other vets like Magglio Ordonez), but there is so much good potential right now.

Doh! I don’t know how he slipped my mind! Totally right about Miggy and your assessment. Once you have a good foundation you can open it back up and start sprinkling in big money stars. I have been very critical of Avila but one thing I will say about him is he has stuck to his plan. I was critical because I don’t know of any club that has been able to develop 4 starting pitchers and have them come up and be successful at the same time. Even the Braves of the 90’s were not built this way. Then you add in Riley Greene and hopefully Torkelson and all of a sudden Avila is a mad genius. Now I know I need to tap the brake hard here since none of these guys has done a lick at the MLB level yet but a bunch of these guys sure looked poised to break out. I guess I’m kinda buying into the hype.

[Hrycaj]

I read a report this morning that all the young talent was sent to Toledo. All of this was expected but I want to look at Casey Mize in particular. No way this isn’t anything more than service time manipulation correct? The article said that the Tigers would need to wait one week to gain the extra year. If they waited a week I’m sure most people would be fine with it. However, the article also stated that if they waited a month into the ‘21 season they would obviously garner more control. So what would you do? Mize is 23 years old by the way. The following guys are younger than Mize right now:

Fernando Tatis Jr.
Juan Soto
Bryse Wilson (Rhp Braves)
Ronald Acuna Jr.
Victor Robles
Ozzie Albies (older than Mize by a few months so I included him)

My point is two of these teams (Braves and Nationals) are clearly not concerned about manipulating service time and want their best talent playing at the MLB level. Also, with the exception of Wilson these players are contributing factors in the win column for their clubs. Under the premise of waiting to the first month of the ‘21 season, where Mize would be 24, would the Tigers be making the right decision?

[CONN CHRIS]

As a fan, if he is ready he should be with the MLB club. I do however understand that they have more to juggle than what I want to see on the field right now - I'll trust Avilla until I can't :-)

Personally, with a 60 game season, I'd like to see what Mize and Manning have right now.

[cephasjames]

It only took two games for their first win!!! Woohoo!

[CONN CHRIS]

Spencer Turnbull looked pretty good today. But man, Joey Votto here, Joey Votto there, Joey Votto everywhere. Uncle.

[cephasjames]

Sloppy Joe closes it out for a series win over the vaunted Reds. Woohoo!

[CONN CHRIS]

... and Joey Votto grounds into a game ending DP.

Whew, shades of Todd 'gas can' Jones out there today

[Hrycaj]

This was a good series win on the road. Especially after they looked so bad in the first game. Kansas City was the only club Detroit had a winning record against last season. It would be nice to see them keep the momentum going on this home stand.

[cephasjames]

Ugh, this game is painful to watch.

[CONN CHRIS]

If they don't chip away at this in the sixth, I am checking out for toniht.

On the positive side, I am really enjoying the aggressive base running.

[CBeisbol]

7 man outfield vs miggy
No infielders in the dirt
Not respecting his speed

[CONN CHRIS]

Originally Posted by CBeisbol

7 man outfield vs miggy
No infielders in the dirt
Not respecting his speed

I do not think that I have seen that before. VMart (who couldn't catch a speed bump at the end) would bunt into the shift now and then, hopefully Cabrera will try to keep them honest if this is his new normal.

[cephasjames]

I remember Tyler Alexander teaming up with Norris at the end of last season and doing a decent job. I wonder if his performance yesterday will earn him consideration for the rotation? Boyd, Fulmer, and Norris seem to all be struggling. Maybe wouldn't hurt to give Alexander a shot.

[cephasjames]

Cardinals-Tigers 4-game series postponed

[Hrycaj]

Originally Posted by cephasjames

I remember Tyler Alexander teaming up with Norris at the end of last season and doing a decent job. I wonder if his performance yesterday will earn him consideration for the rotation? Boyd, Fulmer, and Norris seem to all be struggling. Maybe wouldn't hurt to give Alexander a shot.

I mean, why not? This season is quickly turning into a giant experiment anyway so why not see what you have with him as a starter?

[bluesteel9]

hey fellow Tigers fans. First post in the forums and it had to be in this thread! I gotta say the boys have surprised thus far and you have to love what is happening with the bullpen in particular. Soto has looked unhittable at times and Farmer really effective. Just started a new Tigers save in ootp20 as well and was suprised at how low he is rated by the scouts. Jacoby Jones the offensive star from the 9 hole... who knew? I am predicting an expanded playoff appearance this season, assuming there is a season. And let's face it - cancelling the season when they are a surprise contender would be so Tigers.

Can't wait to see Mize in action!

[bluesteel9]

Soto has to be in the conversation for best reliever in the league right now. Watching the 7th is now my favourite part of a Tigers game. That and the bombs.

[cephasjames]

Baseball Refernce has been doing a simulation of the season using OOTP 21. I followed it when it first began. Matthew Boyd started the season going something like 0-9 with a 9.00+ ERA and I thought, "That's so unrealistic!." Well... maybe not so much.

[Hrycaj]

Originally Posted by cephasjames

Baseball Refernce has been doing a simulation of the season using OOTP 21. I followed it when it first began. Matthew Boyd started the season going something like 0-9 with a 9.00+ ERA and I thought, "That's so unrealistic!." Well... maybe not so much.

Seriously. Where has he gone? Big series against Cleveland this weekend. They have pretty much owned the Tigers since 2015. This series will be a good barometer for this club.