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figured it would make sense to have a thread just for rumors/DD press releases/whatnot, starting with today's (10/30) press conference notes. i and others can keep updating the thread with official stuff so we can all keep track of what the tigers are actually doing vs what we want them to do (which is in the offseason needs thread).
- Leyland back for 2013 as well as all his coaches (so far), with rumors that there might be coaching responsibility changes (fuck you lloyd and gene)
- 'elmn and rotten potato are confirmed GONE (DD said we are not pursuing them).
- Laird may or may not be back (DD told him to test the market. dunno why we wouldnt want him back as a backup, but whatever).
- Don Kelly was non-tendered and is off the 40-man.
- for some unknown reason, Boesch was tendered a contract so he can continue to waste a spot in our system.
- we picked up Peralta's option, but i would definitely look for us to be shopping for a new SS through trade (not that he said that, but i would think its what he'll do)
- Tigers will pursue Anibal Sanchez
- picked up the option on Dotel
- Berry will have to compete for a roster spot
- DD was non commital on mini miggy and dirks, saying hes not sure theyre everyday players but not sure theyre not either
- DD is talking up Bruce Rondon a lot, look for him to be competing for the open closer spot in spring training
- VMart will be ready by spring training
- if Sanchez signs elsewhere, 5th spot would be smyly's to lose. what will happen with suck-ass porcello?
- not ready to address raburn situation because DD hasnt talked to him yet (my guess? non-tendered).
- DD confirmed that upgrading corner OF spots will be a main goal this offseason.
- didnt rule out signing a closer later in the offseason, but "its not a priority and would have to be the right fit". my guess is that rondon is our closer next year. the kid looks good.
- DD on Castellanos: "Could he go back to 3B? I guess he could. When you look at our immediate needs, it's outfield." "We think his bat will play up here pretty quickly." will he be on the team next year? DUN DUN DUN
- DD on Verlander: "We want him to be with us for an extended period beyond the two years [left on contract]." Last I knew, Verlander did too. Look for an extension this offseason?
- Leyland back for 2013 as well as all his coaches (so far), with rumors that there might be coaching responsibility changes (fuck you lloyd and gene)
- 'elmn and rotten potato are confirmed GONE (DD said we are not pursuing them).
- Laird may or may not be back (DD told him to test the market. dunno why we wouldnt want him back as a backup, but whatever).
- Don Kelly was non-tendered and is off the 40-man.
- for some unknown reason, Boesch was tendered a contract so he can continue to waste a spot in our system.
- we picked up Peralta's option, but i would definitely look for us to be shopping for a new SS through trade (not that he said that, but i would think its what he'll do)
- Tigers will pursue Anibal Sanchez
- picked up the option on Dotel
- Berry will have to compete for a roster spot
- DD was non commital on mini miggy and dirks, saying hes not sure theyre everyday players but not sure theyre not either
- DD is talking up Bruce Rondon a lot, look for him to be competing for the open closer spot in spring training
- VMart will be ready by spring training
- if Sanchez signs elsewhere, 5th spot would be smyly's to lose. what will happen with suck-ass porcello?
- not ready to address raburn situation because DD hasnt talked to him yet (my guess? non-tendered).
- DD confirmed that upgrading corner OF spots will be a main goal this offseason.
- didnt rule out signing a closer later in the offseason, but "its not a priority and would have to be the right fit". my guess is that rondon is our closer next year. the kid looks good.
- DD on Castellanos: "Could he go back to 3B? I guess he could. When you look at our immediate needs, it's outfield." "We think his bat will play up here pretty quickly." will he be on the team next year? DUN DUN DUN
- DD on Verlander: "We want him to be with us for an extended period beyond the two years [left on contract]." Last I knew, Verlander did too. Look for an extension this offseason?
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