Tigers 2023 Spring Training Thread

[tomdalton22]

I voted yes. Games are too long.

 

[kalinecountry]

Here's our conversation with one of the top Tigers prospects in the system, RHP Wilmer Flores, who has been working on his changeup in the offseason and what he looks to improve on in 2023.
Tigers Minor League Report Talks to Wilmer Flores.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6r0-ZnwQM8&ab_channel=TigersMinorLeagueReport

 

[kalinecountry]

You can tell there's a new regime in charge of the Detroit Tigers, esp. new people in charge of training and conditioning. Spring training pics are the proof...

Players are doing yoga moves to stretch. Large weighted balls are being used to strengthen core muscles. And some players are taking Pilates classes to overall strengthen and lengthen muscles, tendons and build core. Hopefully this all translates into fewer injuries this year.

Totally Tigers

 

[kalinecountry]

Miggy?s last spring training.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FpxNHkRXoAA6H5y?format=jpg&name=900x900

 

[kalinecountry]

Tigers Minor League Report Talks to Cristian Santana.
We are down in Lakeland for Spring Training and we talked to Tigers infield prospect Cristian Santana about his off-season and what he looks forward to in 2023. The answers are in both Spanish and English.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAvvOnMcaW0&t=39s&ab_channel=TigersMinorLeagueReport

 

[kalinecountry]

https://motorcitybengals.com/posts/...efruit-league-opener-vs-phillies-01gszrd0918w
Recap: Detroit Tigers beat Phillies 4-2 in Grapefruit League opener.
MCBTB

 

[kalinecountry]

What's the most important lesson Spencer Torkelson has learned from Tigers teammate Miguel Cabrera.
https://twitter.com/i/status/1629572838779768832

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.mlb.com/tigers/news/jac...igers-spring-training?t=mlb-pipeline-coverage
Jace Jung's unique swing draws eyes in Tigers camp.
Tigers official site

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.mlb.com/tigers/news/parker-meadows-homers-austin-meadows-teammates
Parker Meadows homers in first team-up with brother.
Tigers official site

 

[kalinecountry]

https://motorcitybengals.com/posts/detroit-tigers-riley-greene-lift-off-2023
Detroit Tigers: Riley Greene is ready to lift off in 2023.
MCBTB

 

[kalinecountry]

https://motorcitybengals.com/posts/detroit-tigers-nick-maton-vying-time-2023
Detroit Tigers: Nick Maton going to be vying for time at third base.
MCBTB

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/s...-in-speedy-4-2-win-over-phillies/69944710007/
Parker Meadows, Andre Lipcius homer for Tigers in speedy 4-2 win over Phillies.
Detnews

https://www.freep.com/story/sports/...adelphia-phillies-parker-meadows/69943476007/
Two youngsters homer in Detroit Tigers' 4-2 win over Phillies in Grapefruit League opener.
Freep

https://www.mlive.com/tigers/2023/0...-meadows-homers-on-first-pitch-of-spring.html
Playing alongside his brother, Parker Meadows homers on the first pitch of spring.
Mlive

 

[kalinecountry]

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tales-of-lakeland/id1266543495?i=1000601569085
Woodward Tigers Podcast The Tales of Lakeland. 84 minutes.

Rogelio is down in Lakeland as we talk about spring training, Turnbull throwing to batters, and a summary of all the action around the majors.

 

[kalinecountry]

https://totallytigers.wordpress.com/2023/02/25/deeper-discussions-62/
DEEPER DISCUSSIONS.
Totally Tigers

Another change MLB will be making this year is the introduction of bigger bases. Here is their official statement:

One of the rule changes covers the size of the bases, which traditionally have been 15 inches square, but will now be 18 inches square. Home plate remains unchanged.

Though the base-size change may have a modest impact on stolen-base success rate, the modification?s primary goal is to give players more room to operate and to avoid collisions. This is especially key at first base, where fielders will have an extra 3-inch advantage to stay out of harm?s way from the baserunner while receiving throws.

The change will create a 4 1/2-inch reduction in the distance between first and second base and between second base and third, which will likely encourage more stolen-base attempts. The bigger bases could also have the effect of reducing over-sliding, whereby a player loses contact with the bag after sliding through it.

So how will this change impact the Tigers? Will it help or hurt them?

Today?s blog addresses this dilemma and allows readers to share their thoughts in more detail. And hopefully, to actively engage with others by responding to their posts and creating back-and-forth discussion threads. The more the merrier!

For this one blog only, you?ve got 6 sentences max to share your thoughts.
Of course, you can respond to as many other readers as you want.

TT will supply the ammunition. One thought-provoking question. Several options provided. One hard choice to be selected. One vote.
Ready?

Do you think the new bigger bases will help or hurt the Detroit Tigers?

1. It will help them.

2. It will hurt them.

3. It will end up not being a factor.

VOTE

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.blessyouboys.com/2023/2...abrera-final-season-record-books-hall-of-fame
2023 Tigers player preview: What to expect from Miguel Cabrera?s final season.
Mentorship and a few more milestones are in store for Miggy?s send-off.
BYBTB

 

[kalinecountry]

Manager A.J. Hinch on Justyn Henry-Malloy, who the Tigers picked up in the Joe Jimenez deal and how?s he?s been adjusting to the team so far.
https://twitter.com/i/status/1629526934798360576

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.mlb.com/tigers/news/tigers-injuries-and-roster-moves
Injuries and Moves: Mize, Skubal injury updates.
Tigers official site

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/s...e-more-aggressive-with-3-0-count/69946183007/
Tigers look to be more aggressive with 3-0 count.
Detnews

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/s...ogers-eager-for-return-to-lineup/69946212007/
'I'm just ready to go': Tigers catcher Jake Rogers eager for return to lineup.
Detnews

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.mlb.com/tigers/news/jake-rogers-makes-return-to-game-action
After long rehab, Jake Rogers homers in first game back.
Tigers official site

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/s...ogers-eager-for-return-to-lineup/69946212007/
'Good nerves': Tigers catcher Jake Rogers homers in return from Tommy John surgery.
Detnews

https://www.freep.com/story/sports/...baltimore-orioles-spring-training/69946097007
Newcomers and Jake Rogers blast homers, but Detroit Tigers lose 10-6 to Baltimore Orioles.
Freep

https://www.mlive.com/tigers/2023/0...ugly-inning-doesnt-spoil-other-positives.html
Tigers? takeaways from Sunday: One ugly inning doesn?t spoil other positives.
Mlive