1. Justin Verlander just agreed to a one year deal for 2009, avoiding arbitration. The Tigers have done a great job in avoiding arbitration since Dombrowski has taken over. I don't see him wanting a long term deal until he becomes a free agent after the 2011 season. If the Tigers are considering trading anyone with a high return, next year might be the time with Verlander if he isn't signed long term. Stay tuned.
2. Rick Knapp is a great choice for pitching coach, bringing over the Twins organizational philosophies of command over velocity and movement. The signing of Brandon Lyon falls in place with this philosophy, and the Tigers need to keep this up. I also disagree that Armando Gallarraga should be in any trouble to make the team this year. He was very efficient, and very effective as a starter, and the Tigers need his consistancy. No amount of what Dontrelle Willis brings in the spring would convince me that he and Nate Robinson should be in the rotation.
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