Top Tigers teams countdown #1: The 1984 Tigers are the best team in franchise history

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How a photograph could've jeopardized the Tigers' 1984 championship season

Four star players of the 1984 Tigers' championship team pose with baby tiger named Garfield for a photograph.

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How a photograph could’ve jeopardized the Tigers’ 1984 championship season.
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New Book by Former Tiger Catcher Lance Parrish and Tom Gage Provides Fascinating Insights Into the ’84 Championship Season

New Book by Former Tiger Catcher Lance Parrish and Tom Gage Provides Fascinating Insights Into the ’84 Championship Season

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New Book by Former Tiger Catcher Lance Parrish and Tom Gage Provides Fascinating Insights Into the ’84 Championship Season.
Vintage Detroit

 

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In honor of the 40th anniversary of Detroit’s last World Series championship, here’s the ultimate quiz on the 1984 Tigers

On Aug. 31, the Tigers will toast the 40th anniversary of the historic champions. Test your knowledge of the 1984 Tigers with 40 questions

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In honor of the 40th anniversary of Detroit’s last World Series championship, here’s the ultimate quiz on the 1984 Tigers.
Vintage Detroit

 

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Book excerpt: Growth in '83, trade early in '84 set stage for Tigers' magical ride

Here is an excerpt from "The Enchanted Season," a book by former Tiger Lance Parrish, written with longtime Detroit News reporter Tom Gage.

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Book excerpt: Growth in '83, trade early in '84 set stage for Tigers' magical ride.
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Book excerpt: Another day, another win; reflecting on '84 Tigers' historic 35-5 start

Here is an excerpt from "The Enchanted Season," a book by former Tiger Lance Parrish, written with longtime Detroit News reporter Tom Gage.

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Book excerpt: Another day, another win; reflecting on '84 Tigers' historic 35-5 start.
Detnews

 

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https://www.mlb.com/tigers/news/40th-anniversary-of-the-tigers-1984-world-series-championship

Weekend of excitement, celebration for Tigers.
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SATURDAY SURVEY

Today (Saturday), the Detroit Tigers are recognizing the 1984 World Series Championship team. It is the 40th anniversary of this team accomplishing the ultimate goal. It is also the last time the …

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SATURDAY SURVEY.
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Today (Saturday), the Detroit Tigers are recognizing the 1984 World Series Championship team. It is the 40th anniversary of this team accomplishing the ultimate goal.
It is also the last time the Tigers won a World Series.
What is your dominant emotion about this 40th anniversary?

What is your dominant emotion about the 40th anniversary of winning the World Series?

1. Mostly happy with great memories of the event.

2. Mostly bittersweet given that the Tigers haven't won a WS since.

3. Mostly sad or indifferent as it happened so long ago.

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https://www.mlb.com/tigers/news/tigers-honor-40th-anniversary-of-1984-world-series-team

'We came up together': '84 Tigers look back on journey to WS title.
Detroit honors championship-winning club with 40th anniversary celebration.
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'We were, without a doubt, the best': Tigers celebrate '84 champs, 40 years later

More than 20 players from the 1984 World Series champion Tigers returned for a pregame ceremony Saturday at Comerica Park.

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'We were, without a doubt, the best': Tigers celebrate '84 champs, 40 years later.
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Parrish on the Tigers' reunion weekend.
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https://www.mlb.com/tigers/video/tigers-commemorate-1984-championship-squad?t=t116-default-vtp

Tigers commemorate 1984 championship squad.
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https://www.mlb.com/tigers/video/alan-trammell-lou-whitaker-join-the-broadcast?t=t116-default-vtp

Alan Trammell, Lou Whitaker join the broadcast.
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Detroit Lumber Kings! Or shall I say Silver Kings?!
Lance Parrish: 6x Silver Slugger
Alan Trammell: 3x Silver Slugger
Lou Whitaker: 4x Silver Slugger

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Sparky didn't feel 'Blessed' in '84

The 1984 season is revered by Tigers fans, but for the skipper it was a year of torment.

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Sparky didn't feel 'Blessed' in '84.
The 1984 season is revered by Tigers fans, but for the skipper it was a year of torment.
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Upon Don Wert’s passing, here’s how his ‘pennant-clinching’ hit with the Tigers in 1968 wasn’t what fans remember it to be

When the word spread in late August that Don Wert had died at 86, memories instantly flashed for Tigers fans of a certain age.

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Upon Don Wert’s passing, here’s how his ‘pennant-clinching’ hit with the Tigers in 1968 wasn’t what fans remember it to be.
Vintage Detroit

 

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25 Years Ago the Tigers Played Their Last Game at Tiger Stadium

25 years ago the Tigers played their last game at Tiger Stadium on Sept. 27, 1999. Fick's rooftop grand slam was the exclamation point.

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September 27, 1999: 25 Years Ago the Tigers Played Their Last Game at Tiger Stadium.
Vintage Detroit

 

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How do the 2024 Tigers compare with other Detroit playoff teams?

There are some similarities with other notable teams in franchise history, but the ‘24 Tigers are a unique brand.

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How do the 2024 Tigers compare with other Detroit playoff teams?
There are some similarities with other notable teams in franchise history, but the ‘24 Tigers are a unique brand.
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