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Detroit Tigers Listed As Shocking Suitor for Milwaukee Brewers Slugger

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November 8, 2024

Detroit Tigers Listed As Shocking Suitor for Milwaukee Brewers Slugger

The Detroit Tigers already have plenty of money tied up in the shortstop position, but should that keep them from pursuing one of the best players in free agency?

Pitching chaos led the Tigers on their surprising postseason run with the offense trying to keep up. Heading into the offseason, it is clear what Detroit needs the most should they decide they want to compete.

There are only a couple more guaranteed years of Tarik Skubal in a Tigers uniform. He looks the part of a leader for a World Series team, but they have some work to do in free agency if they want to avoid wasting him.

R.J. Anderson of CBS Sports expects Detroit to be active in the free agent market as he listed them among the top landing spots for former Milwaukee Brewers star shortstop Willy Adames.

“For the most part, Adames is the same player he has been for years: he’s capable of impacting the baseball frequently enough to overshadow his swing-and-miss tendencies; he’s not a Gold Glove-caliber fielder, but he’ll remain at shortstop for the time being; and so on,” said Anderson. “The one interesting wrinkle he added this season was a newfound willingness and ability to steal bases.”

The 29-year-old is coming off of the best campaign he has put together in years. He posted a .251/.331/.462 slashing line with 32 home runs and 112 RBI.

Maybe most impressive is that he played in 161 games. He has been a very reliable player throughout his career.

This season, the Tigers produced a measly .190/.238/.315 slashing line from their shortstops.

A large portion of that underperformance can be tacked on to ultimate failed signing Javier Baez.

Detroit handed a six-year, $140 million deal to Baez out of free agency and it has been one of the worst contracts in baseball history. He has completely forgotten how to hit a ball since putting on a Tigers uniform.

His deal might be bad enough for Detroit to opt not to spend even more money for another player at the same position.

Having over $300 million tied up in one lineup spot is tough, but playing Baez any more seems like sunk-cost fallacy. They simply cannot expect to be serious competitors with him acting as a black hole in the batting order.

Though they have other intriguing young bats in their card, Adames would immediately be one of their best sluggers.

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How to watch the Detroit Red Wings vs. Toronto Maple Leafs – NHL (11/8/24) | Channel, stream, preview

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November 8, 2024

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How to watch the Detroit Red Wings vs. Toronto Maple Leafs – NHL (11/8/24) | Channel, stream, preview

TORONTO — A tough and busy weekend begins for the Detroit Red Wings on Friday night, as they get set for their first half of a back-to-back, taking on an Original Six rival, the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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The Red Wings are starting to find their rhythm once again. After losing three straight games, the team has bounced back to win consecutive games, defeating the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday before using rest to put forth a solid effort against the Chicago Blackhawks on Wednesday. Great games by Alex DeBrincat, captain Dylan Larkin and Cam Talbot helped power Detroit to a 4-1 win, which actually saw the Wings outshoot their opponent for a change.

Detroit is currently tied for fifth in the Atlantic Division in points (13) with the Sabres, but are third based on winning percentage (.542).

The team the Red Wings sit behind is the Maple Leafs. Though they have been without their captain, Auston Matthews, for the last few days, it did not necessarily slow down the team on Tuesday when they shut out the Boston Bruins. With wins in three of their last five games, Toronto is trying to find that groove they had early on in the season, using their offensive depth to outscore their opponents.

This will be the first of four meetings this season between the longtime rivals. The Leafs won two of the three matchups with the Wings last season.

NHL HOCKEY

Detroit Red Wings (6-5-1) vs. Toronto Maple Leafs (7-5-2)

When: Friday, November 8

Time: 7 p.m. ET

Where: Scotiabank Arena (Toronto, Ontario)

Channel: FanDuel Sports Network Detroit

Stream: FuboTV (Free Trial), DirecTV Stream

Check out the NHL standings and results on NHL.com

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Stream Red Wings games live: FuboTV (Free Trial), DirecTV Stream

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14-year-old shot in head after argument between younger children, Detroit police say

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November 8, 2024

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14-year-old shot in head after argument between younger children, Detroit police say

A teen was shot in the head by another teen, who also shot his mother in the arm after an argument between two young children Thursday evening, Detroit police said.

The shooting occurred on the 800 block of Delaware Street shortly before 6 p.m., said Assistant Police Chief Charles Fitzgerald.

The incident began with two kids, ages 6 and 8, who were arguing, Fitzgerald said. A 13-year-old, who is related to one of the children, stepped in and tried to separate them, police said, but the 8-year-old went home and returned with a 14-year-old family member and his mother.

The 13- and 14-year-olds then began to argue when another teen, age 16, got involved.

The 16-year-old’s mother tried to stop him, Fitzgerald said, but he pulled out a gun and fired shots, hitting the 14-year-old in the head and his mother in the arm.

The mother was expected to recover, Fitzgerald said, but the 14-year-old was in “extremely critical” condition as of Thursday night.

The shooter dropped the gun and fled, running past undercover police who were involved in an unrelated case, Fitzgerald said. They quickly apprehended him.

“The first thing he asked when they got him in the car was how’s his mom,” Fitzgerald said.

Police said another teen, who tried to retrieve the weapon after the incident and discarded it, also was taken into custody.

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What to do in Metro Detroit this weekend

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November 7, 2024

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What to do in Metro Detroit this weekend

The circus is in town! But so is the World Ballet, Motor City Comic Con and so much more!

Local Detroit comedian headlining Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle 11/7 (T.Barb)

T. Barb

Thursday, November 7th at 7:30pm

Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle

Detroit’s comedy sweetheart and viral sensation T.Barb has made her way to headlining Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, Thursday, November 7th. You’ve probably seen her co-host Live in the D a couple times by now too. We’re big fans of T.Barb here at Local 4 and highly recommend you check out her performance or at least her social media pages for her viral “Only in Detroit” videos. The show will be hosted by Mary Spencer and feature Jim Eliott.

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Swan Lake (The World Ballet Company)

Swan Lake

Friday, November 8th at 7pm

Flagstar Strand Theatre, Pontiac

The World Ballet Company is coming to Flagstar Strand Theatre for one night only to perform the world renown Swan Lake. Enjoy a spectacular evening with all your favorite Tchaikovsky ballads, immaculately hand-painted sets, over 150 beautiful costumes and of course all the ballet dancing that makes Swan Lake an ultimate timeless classic.

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True West (Planet Ant Theatre)

True West by Sam Shepard

November 8th – November 24th

Planet Ant Theatre, Hamtramck

Calling all play enthusiasts and people with good taste! Starting this Friday through November 24th, the Planet Ant Theatre presents True West by celebrated and award-winning American playwright, Sam Shepard. True West is about a screenwriter, who is house-sitting for his mother in Southern California when his estranged brother, a petty thief, unexpectedly arrives. Tensions rise between the brothers, roles reverse, and chaos ensues confronting their shared past and strained relationship, culminating in a raw and explosive exploration of family and identity.

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Need weekend plans? Check out Motor City Comic Con in Novi

Motor City Comic Con

November 8th- November 10th

Surburban Collection Showplace, Novi

Attention nerds! Motor City Comic Con is this weekend, which is basically like Christmas for geeks. Out of all the comic cons that happen in Detroit, Motor City Comic Con may take the cake. Especially when it comes to celebrities that are set to appear. In no particular order, you can see John Cusack, Matthew Lewis (Neville Longbottom from “Harry Potter”), Dave Coulier (“Full House”), Alan Ruck (“Succession,” “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off”), Priscilla Presley, Christopher Lintz-Plasse (McLovin from “Super Bad”), Wayne Knight (“Seinfeld”), John Cleese, Joel McHale, all the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and many more.

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Michigander (Ticketmaster)

Michigander

Friday, November 8th at 7pm

Saint Andrew’s Hall, Detroit

We’ll give you one guess which state indie rock artist Michigander is from? If you guessed Michigan, you’re correct! The Michigan native is coming out with his debut album in February, and we cannot wait to hear it. Michigander has played in Detroit plenty of times but headlining the historic and iconic St. Andrew’s Hall is a pretty great accomplishment, especially someone who is native to Michigan.

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The Game Show (Hatch Art)

The Game Show

Saturday, November 9th from 6pm-9pm

Hatch Art, Hamtramck

This Saturday, The Game Show, a fun hearted group art exhibition will have an opening reception from 6pm-9pm. Over 20 artists will display handmade games they created. Hatch Gallery’s director Christopher Schneider, an avid board game player decided to curate this exhibit after success with last year’s holiday season exhibit “Toys”.

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Cranbrook Art Museum (Cranbrook Art Museum)

Free Admission Day

Thursdays from 11am-8pm

Cranbrook Art Museum

Did you know that every Thursday Cranbrook Art Museum is open late and has free admission? Well, you do now. Currently, the museum has three new and two ongoing exhibits you can check out when you visit. If a Thursday museum visit doesn’t work into your schedule, you can visit from 11am-5pm on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday for $6-$10.

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Fall Fest (Michigan First Credit Union)

Fall Fest at Columbia Street

Now-November 15th

Columbia Street, The District Detroit

Fall Fest returns to Columbia Street, The District Detroit’s pedestrian-only space between the historic Fox Theatre and Little Caesars World Headquarters. From now through November 15th, Columbia Street has transformed into a delightful fall experience with fun photo opportunities and autumn themed treats. Fall Fest is free and open to the public.

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Fire Performer (UniverSoul Circus)

UniverSoul Circus

October 31st- November 24th

2600 E Atwater, Detroit

The circus is in town! This isn’t your average circus, this is the circus with SOUL and the gas turned all the way up. We are talking performers, stunts, tricks and thrilling entertainment. The circus will be here almost the entire month of November, so you have plenty of time to see this awesome show.

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Mic Drop Tuesdays (One Mike Detroit)