ASSOCIATED PRESSIf it looks like a tank and smells like a tank, then it’s probably a tank, right? On the other hand, if it looks like a rebuild and smells like a rebuild, then it’s probably a rebuild. Why does it feel like the Detroit Tigers are doing neither of these things? However, the fundamental flaw in Avila’s “plan” is there’s no talent to serve the Major League club in the meantime. In addition to that, they are also creating depth by stashing players in Triple A who either have Major League experience or just haven’t had opportunities to contribute to a Major League team yet.

Source: Forbes May 29, 2019 09:56 UTC