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Can the Detroit Tigers Be Fixed?

 
In the wake of Joel Zumaya's latest stint on the DL, it's time to focus on next year. Yes, I am throwing in the towel this year. The Tigers never gained a swagger after their 2006 season. Of course, losing the World Series can bring a team down, but not this far. Let's start with our beloved manager, Jim Leyland. He looks as if he has lost his feel for the game. His crazy batting lineups and all-around poor judgement should be enough to get him to walk away on his own. Don't put it past him. He has done it before in Colorado. If that isn't enough, we all know he has lost the respect of the team. It is obvious by the looks he gets from his players when he makes those insane pitching changes. To top it all off, the Tigers need a manager that has the common courtesy to eat after he gives his postgame interview! Those of you who have seen this on FOX Sports know what I am talking about. While we are at it, let's talk about our pitching coach. Chuck Hernandez has to move along as ... (link)

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