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AL Central Preview: Guards try defending lackluster division - Austin Daily Herald
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Reds win 4-3 win over Tigers
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Mariners fall to Tigers, giving Toronto top wild-card spot, Mariners
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Akil Baddoo was first struggling Tiger to get demoted. Will he have company in Toledo?
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Akil Baddoo's two-run homer (10), 09/14/2023
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Detroit Tigers avoid three-game sweep with 3-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays
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Starting Lineups, Pitchers For Toronto Blue Jays and Detroit Tigers Game on Tuesday - Fastball
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Tigers' Akil Baddoo has quietly made big strides in left field: 'I want to be an elite defender'
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Would we be (April) fools to believe the Detroit Tigers can make the playoffs this year?
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Akil Baddoo reacts to surprising demotion: 'I'm a big-league player'
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While Detroit Tigers shop Robbie Grossman, Akil Baddoo bides his time
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Akil Baddoo has to earn his playing time with the 2023 Detroit Tigers - Bless You Boys
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Cincinnati Reds vs Detroit Tigers - September 13, 2023 - Redleg Nation
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Akil Baddoo Preview, Player Props: Tigers vs. Royals