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WATERCOOLER WEDNESDAY.
Totally Tigers
Today, another opportunity for readers to discuss the hottest topics in a forum where thoughtful dialog and a variety of opinions are welcomed.
Let?s create some running conversational threads. And for those of you still going into offices, here?s a question to take with you ? or use via Zoom ? as you talk to your co-workers.
Here is today?s topic:
Last week, Miguel Cabera seemed to indicate that he was pondering retirement after this year. In interviews, he talked about how much his right knee was hurting and inhibiting his ability to play the game. The very next day, he backtracked on his comments and said he would be back for the 2023 season.
Miggy was diagnosed in 2019 with a chronic knee condition that 4 top specialists recommended not to be treated with surgery. His manager, A. J. Hinch, said that Miggy?s knee is now forcing him into a part-time role with the team. He will no longer be able to play 2 days in a row.
Cabrera has 1 more season with Detroit and will be paid a guaranteed $32 mill. The Tigers will also need to pay him an additional $8 mill as a buyout for the 2024 and 2025 seasons.
Starting now and going through next year, Miggy will be playing approximately 3 days a week as a part-time player. But he will take up a full roster spot that will complicate the rebuilding process, maintaining a 40-man roster and bringing up prospects. Overall, this will slow the rebuilding process.
Is keeping Miggy on the roster the best thing to do?
Shouldn?t he have an official farewell tour in 2023 before he retires?
Or should the Tigers move forward without Miggy after this season?
Is there another role Cabrera could play with the team?
What do you believe is the best way to approach this dilemma?
What should the Tigers do about Miggy?
1. Let him play in 2023 and give him a farewell tour.
2. Turn him into a hitting coach for 2023.
3. Have him retire after this season (2022).
VOTE
