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Tigers' Nate Robertson begins throwing, eyes return to starting rotation
DETROIT -- Nate Robertson began throwing on Tuesday, three weeks after having surgery to remove four fatty deposits in his left elbow that had multiplied and grown over the past four years. After the session, Robertson talked about hopefully getting...
Ranking the Tigers' trade needs heading into the deadline
Ranking the Tigers' trade needs heading into the deadline
mackavenuetigers.com — The (traditional) trade deadline is Friday. The Tigers are a flawed team, no doubt. They need a... lot, no doubt. And yet, it's possible -- not likely, but possible -- they could win the Central Division without a move. Detroit certainly isn't the only division contender that's got work to do.  ... (more) Ranking the Tigers' trade needs heading into the deadline
Pirates still scouting Tigers
Pirates still scouting Tigers
bucsbits.mlblogs.com — Larry Corrigan, one of GM Neal Huntington's special assistants, stayed to scout the Tigers through Detroit's weekend... series with the White Sox. Corrigan has been watching the Tigers every day since last Tuesday. Detroit is mulling a couple ... (more) Pirates still scouting Tigers
Memo to the Detroit Tigers' front office
Memo to the Detroit Tigers' front office
waynefontes.com — Re: The Detroit Tigers "offense." Dear Dave Dombrowski, The trade deadline is 2 weeks away. Could you... FIND AN F'N BAT?! Sincerely, Big Al (more) Memo to the Detroit Tigers' front office
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Injury Updates Galore
The Detroit Tiger Weblog — ... Robertson has resumed throwing activity following his elbow surgery. Robertson is interested in stretching out to 5 or 6 inning, 100 pitch type work levels. This might not be a bad idea as there are questions about the back end of the Tigers rotation, and it also would likely mean a longer DL stint which would serve the Tigers well. With Ni and Seay pitching well, a lefty pen arm isn’t a pressing concern. Whether the surgery helps with the shallow slider remains to be seen. ...

Bunt singles: Guillen, Bonine, stats and more
Detroit Tigers blog — ... Nate Robertson is pitching and would like to stretch himself back out to starter's endurance again. (MLive) ...

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mlive.com 5/20/2009 — AP File PhotoDetroit reliever Nate Robertson's back problems have subsided, and he is scheduled to come off the disabled list Thursday. DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers reliever Nate Robertson returned to the clubhouse from playing long toss and throwing ...
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mackavenuetigers.com 7/21/2009 — And now we enter the final 10 days before baseball's trade deadline -- a time full of all-day excitement as teams try to shore up for the stretch run, or find a young player to help them next season. Not that trades cannot occur after the deadline -- it's just a different set of rules and not ...
Nate Robertson to start Saturday
mackavenuetigers.com 8/26/2009 — Per MLB.com reporter Jason Beck , Nate Robertson is being recalled by the Tigers to start in Saturday's game against the Rays. Armando Galarraga has been optioned to Toledo due to an inflamed elbow. Beck describes the move as basically a chance for Galarraga to rest without needing the disabled ...
All is right with the world (for now)
thesportsbank.net 9/21/2009 — By H. Jose Bosch The Tigers avoided an embarrassing sweep in Minnesota and who, of all people, helped save the bleeding? Nate Robertson. Yes, that Nate Robertson, the one who has been battling against injuries and being a good pitcher most of the year. He threw five strong innings, ...
Does the Designated Hitter Warrant Hall-of-Fame Consideration?Bleacher Report - MLB 7/22/2009
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Cabrera, Ordonez Lead Tigers to WinBleacher Report - MLB 7/22/2009
It certainly had the feeling of one of those games.  Too many times to count over the past several seasons the Detroit Tigers had raced out to six or seven run leads in the first couple of innings, only to sit idly by while the opponent began ...
Down on the Farm Earning Stripes: Ryan StriebyBleacher Report - MLB 7/22/2009
Ryan Strieby was selected by the Detroit Tigers in the fourth round of the 2006 draft. The 6′5" right-handed first baseman has been quietly moving through the Tiger farm system the last few years. His performance though has ...
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