Robbie Ray Shines in Detroit Tigers Debut When Dave Dombrowski pulled the trigger on a deal that would see Doug Fister head to the Washington Nationals, in essence for LHP prospect Robbie Ray, it wasn't a popular decision to say the least. Fister was a key member of the rotation for Detroit, but his inflated salary wasn't going to fly for a number 3. Anibal … [Read more...]
Reflecting on the Doug Fister Trade : Rick Porcello 2014 Projection : #Tigers
Reflecting on the Doug Fister Trade Remember When? On December 8, 2009, the news broke. Dave Dombrowski had brokered a deal that would see Curtis Granderson and Edwin Jackson leave Detroit. Fans and media cried foul. This was the "worst trade ever". Remember that? We got rid of an all-star center-fielder for an unknown commodity and a second rate starter? Oh yeah, … [Read more...]