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The Detroit Tigers announced on Monday that former outfielder and bench coach, World Series hero and current TV commentator Kirk Gibson has been named special assistant to the general manager.
Gibson, 61, will help with on-field duties at the major- and minor-league levels, and will be involved in all personnel meetings, travel throughout the minors and have a hand in community relations.
“I’m thrilled for this opportunity to work with Al and the baseball operations department who are building a solid foundation for the future success of this franchise,” Gibson said in a statement released by the team.