Tigers news and notes...

Jim Leyland has just made it official, Clete Thomas has made the team as an extra outfielder while Curtis Granderson is injured. This is a great move, since I think this will send a message throughout the organization that if you work hard, you can move up despite all the talent at the big league level. This also increases Clete Thomas's value, since he will have experience. Other players that have made the team include Aquilino Lopez and Yorman Bazardo out of the bullpen. Both are similar pitchers, and I imagine Lopez will have a shorter leash than Bazardo, due to the fact that Bazardo is younger and out of options, plus he has better overall stuff. Speaking of short leashes, Dontrelle is going to have to find himself soon. Options with him are limited, with the contract he signed, but he could find himself in the bullpen behind Bazardo if he continues to pitch as poorly as he has in the spring.