Tigers' Team Preview: Star Power

2013 Detroit Tigers Team Preview

The Tigers made it to the World Series for the second time in seven years, but they once again came up short, getting swept by the Giants. Backed by a strong rotation and big boppers in the middle of their lineup, Detroit will be one of the favorites to take home the AL pennant again this season.

Offseason Moves:

Signed outfielder Torii Hunter

The 37-year-old was the Tigers' big offeseason acquisition this year. He's coming off a .313/.365/.445 season with the Angels. While Hunter will have difficulty matching last year's production, he'll be in a good position to succeed while hitting second ahead of Miguel Cabrera and Prince Fielder.

Signed catcher Brayan Pena

Pena was signed this past offseason to spell Alex Avila's behind the plate. Avila has already vowed to catch 140 games in 2013, so Pena's workload may be light. The 31-year-old backstop hi

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