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Detroit Tigers' Javier Baez: Miguel Cabrera's mentorship can 'take me to the next level'

Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez has plenty of top-tier qualities, such as clout in batter's box, elite defense, magical baserunning and the understanding of what it takes to win a World Series.

The 29-year-old wears his emotions on his sleeve and carries the nickname "El Mago," which translates to "The Magician."

But Baez has terrible plate discipline.

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On the bright side, he thinks he can change his ways.