http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/A Detroit Tigers blog highlighting the latest news, rumors and opinionsenFri, 06 Nov 2009 13:29:54 PSTMovable Type Enterprise 4.29-advance http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/noA Detroit Tigers blog highlighting the latest news, rumors and opinionscutoffmanhttp://feedburner.google.comhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/vQ97SGstsoY/beck_marcus_thames_matt_treano.htmlMarcus ThamesMatt TreanorScott WarheitFri, 06 Nov 2009 13:29:54 PSTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3898311 ]]>The Marcus Thames era in Detroit is over.  According to Jason Beck, the Tigers have removed both Thames and catcher Matt Treanor from the roster.November 6, Jason Beck on Twitter:  Thames, Treanor taken off #tigers roster. They'll become free agents.Thames...http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/11/beck_marcus_thames_matt_treano.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/WkyPHqsTt10/rick_porcello_honored_by_detro.htmlRick PorcelloScott WarheitFri, 06 Nov 2009 12:13:47 PSTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3889371 ]]>In what could be a precursor of awards to come, the Detroit Sports Broadcasters' Association named Rick Porcello the Detroit Tigers' Rookie of the Year for 2008, according to the Detroit News.November 5, Detroit News:  Right-hander Rick Porcello has been...http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/11/rick_porcello_honored_by_detro.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/V1Kwqw3EPGQ/report_tigers_still_interested.htmlScott WarheitTue, 03 Nov 2009 12:16:41 PSTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3871447 ]]>Despite the potential cost, which would significantly increase Detroit's already bloated 2010 payroll, the Tigers remain interested in signing Cuban pitcher Aroldis Chapman according to The Detroit Free Press. http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/11/report_tigers_still_interested.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/Z35_mWT43JI/former_tigers_ace_jack_morris.htmlJames Schmehl | MLive.comMon, 02 Nov 2009 10:56:55 PSTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3864549 ]]>Brett Favre was showered with boos from his former adoring fans upon his return to Lambeau Field on Sunday -- a sight that was all too familiar to “Traitor Jack” Morris, according to the Pioneer Press.http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/11/former_tigers_ace_jack_morris.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/o_ImHBhknRA/minnesota_twins_might_consider.htmlPlacido PolancoScott SizemoreJames Schmehl | MLive.comMon, 02 Nov 2009 08:11:11 PSTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3863904 ]]>AP PhotoPlacido Polanco, who turned 34 last month, batted .285 with 72 RBIs and 82 runs this season. Division rival Minnesota is looking to upgrade at second base this offseason. And, Aaron Gleeman recommends the Twins consider impending free agent...http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/11/minnesota_twins_might_consider.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/vac7IhoPalk/tigers_curtis_granderson_named.htmlCurtis GrandersonMlive.com - Home Page - SportsStatewideJames Schmehl | MLive.comFri, 30 Oct 2009 11:14:07 PDTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3847626 ]]>Tigers outfielder Curtis Granderson continued his offseason recognitions binge by winning the Man of the Year award Friday morning. Other candidates for the annual award included Los Angeles Angels outfielder Torii Hunter and St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols, who was named the Player of the Year.http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/10/tigers_curtis_granderson_named.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/3qJzCE_5POA/tigers_prospects_casper_wells.htmlBrent DlugachCasper WellsClete ThomasJeff LarishMlive.com - Home Page - SportsStatewideWilkin Ramirez19577114898631076James Schmehl | MLive.comThu, 29 Oct 2009 11:33:37 PDTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3840633 ]]>Tigers outfield prospect Casper Wells is picking up where he left off in the Arizona Fall League last year. Wells hit a three-run homer in the Peoria Javelinas loss to the Phoenix Desert Dogs on Wednesday -- it was his third home run in eight games.http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/10/tigers_prospects_casper_wells.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/2rAcJE1BhhI/report_mariners_brewers_expres.htmlJarrod WashburnMlive.com - Home Page - SportsStatewideJames Schmehl | MLive.comWed, 28 Oct 2009 13:01:52 PDTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3834126 ]]>AP File PhotoThe Seattle Mariners and Milwaukee Brewers are reportedly interested in signing free agent Jarrod Washburn this offseason. Jarrod Washburn might have pitched his way out of Detroit with a 7.33 ERA and only one win during his time...http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/10/report_mariners_brewers_expres.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/H-Y0FK9WTS4/tigers_fu-te_ni_returns_to_tai.htmlFu-Te NiMlive.com - Home Page - SportsStatewideJames Schmehl | MLive.comFri, 30 Oct 2009 09:44:06 PDTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3833685 ]]>Fu-Te Ni’s homecoming celebration Tuesday took on a more serious note as the Tigers’ left-handed reliever addressed an investigation into whether Taiwanese baseball players accepted bribes to fix games. http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/10/tigers_fu-te_ni_returns_to_tai.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/yzyr5BP6N7E/cutoff_man_roundup_marcus_tham.htmlAndrew OliverCasper WellsDave DombrowskiGerald LairdMagglio OrdoñezMarcus ThamesMatt TreanorNate RobertsonJames Schmehl | MLive.comTue, 27 Oct 2009 13:11:39 PDTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3829004 ]]>Remember when Magglio Ordonez auctioned his hair on eBay? Meet the Kalamazoo woman who spent $6,100 for it.http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/10/cutoff_man_roundup_marcus_tham.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/IPNFc7E3mJc/report_tigers_express_interest.htmlMlive.com - Home Page - SportsStatewideJames Schmehl | MLive.comTue, 27 Oct 2009 10:14:26 PDTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3827967 ]]>AP File PhotoThe Tigers have confirmed interest in Cuban left-hander Aroldis Chapman, according to multiple reports.Tigers general manager Dave Dombrowski said during his annual season-ending meeting that the Tigers would be working off a limited payroll this offseason.For now, there...http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/10/report_tigers_express_interest.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/rnANSuIFn7M/freep_scott_sizemore_needs_sur.htmlScott SizemoreScott WarheitTue, 27 Oct 2009 10:19:06 PDTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3826059 ]]>The Detroit Tigers second baseman of the future Scott Sizemore may have to delay that future a bit after the Tigers learned Monday that Sizmore's broken ankle will require surgery.  While The Detroit Free Press reports that Sizemore still hopes...http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/10/freep_scott_sizemore_needs_sur.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/j56HWqOeFto/dave_dombrowski_talks_about_sc.htmlDave DombrowskiScott SizemoreScott WarheitMon, 26 Oct 2009 07:08:35 PDTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3822306 ]]>The Detroit Tigers had hoped that Scott Sizemore, second baseman of the future (and perhaps, maybe even likely, the present) would be able to hone his game this fall in the Arizona Fall League.  And, Sizmore got off to a...http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/10/dave_dombrowski_talks_about_sc.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/HZh1ReodYvQ/seattle_times_tigers_hoping_ca.htmlCarlos GuillenDontrelle WillisJames Schmehl | MLive.comThu, 22 Oct 2009 13:42:40 PDTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3804946 ]]>The Mariners are off the hook on their $16 million mistake after Seattle catcher Kenji Johjima relinquished the remainder of his salary so he could return home and finish his career in Japan.Johjima’s decision to leave money on the table...http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/10/seattle_times_tigers_hoping_ca.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/C5asEIntLIE/tigers_fans_trash_talk_former.htmlJames Schmehl | MLive.comThu, 22 Oct 2009 13:10:15 PDTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3804503 ]]> It’s been nearly two years since Jason Grilli was traded from Detroit and traded barbs with his former manager Jim Leyland. Apparently, people haven’t forgotten. Grilli, who was taken off Texas’ 40-man roster Wednesday, cleared outright waivers and refused...http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/10/tigers_fans_trash_talk_former.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/a-JoKStIIxY/jim_leyland_ryan_raburn_will_b.htmlJim LeylandMlive.com - Home Page - SportsRyan RaburnStatewideJames Schmehl | MLive.comThu, 22 Oct 2009 10:22:30 PDTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3803800 ]]>AP PhotoTigers manager Jim Leyland said Ryan Raburn will be the team's fourth outfielder next season and he doesn't plan to use him as a spare infielder.Ryan Raburn may have lost his role as the Tigers everyday starter in left...http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/10/jim_leyland_ryan_raburn_will_b.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/JhtK1dEEHB8/report_tigers_brandon_inge_to.htmlBrandon IngeMlive.com - Home Page - SportsStatewideJames Schmehl | MLive.comThu, 22 Oct 2009 10:01:26 PDTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3803050 ]]>AP PhotoTigers' Brandon Inge argues with home plate umpire Randy Marsh after Inge thought he was hit by a pitch during the 12th inning against Minnesota. The Twins won 6-5 in 12 innings, advancing to the playoffs.Tigers third baseman Brandon...http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/10/report_tigers_brandon_inge_to.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/rsqh2Awq05U/beck_jim_leyland_carlos_guille.htmlCarlos GuillenJim LeylandRyan RaburnScott WarheitWed, 21 Oct 2009 08:15:44 PDTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3793338 ]]>AP PhotoTigers' Miguel Cabrera, right, is congratulated at home by Magglio Ordonez and Carlos Guillen (9) after Cabrera hit a two-run home run against the Minnesota Twins.As Cutoff Man co-author James Schmehl wrote about earlier this week, the Detroit Tigers...http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/10/beck_jim_leyland_carlos_guille.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/mubjKzEh-Ag/late-season_homer_drought_coul.htmlMarcus ThamesStatewideJames Schmehl | MLive.comMon, 19 Oct 2009 13:07:17 PDTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3788945 ]]>AP PhotoTigers' Marcus Thames is hit by a pitch from Minnesota Twins' Scott Baker on Oct. 1. Thames hit his last home run this season on Aug. 12 and went homerless in his final 25 games.Marcus Thames’ job this past...http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/10/late-season_homer_drought_coul.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cutoffman/~3/OeV9-tJV-V0/miguel_cabrera_came_close_to_b.htmlMiguel CabreraJames Schmehl | MLive.comFri, 16 Oct 2009 08:37:59 PDTtag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/cutoffman//1556.3775135 ]]>The playoffs would have been a little different this weekend if the Tigers hadn’t come knocking on the Florida Marlins door in 2007. Miguel Cabrera might still be playing -- but he'd be wearing a different uniform.The Marlins were looking...http://blog.mlive.com/cutoffman/2009/10/miguel_cabrera_came_close_to_b.htmlnonadult