Detroit Tigers right-hander Matt Manning stood outside the dugout at Comerica Park and watched his teammates prepare for Tuesday's series opener with the St. Louis Cardinals.
The 23-year-old rookie is scheduled to start Wednesday for his home debut. He made his MLB debut last Thursday against the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim and posted five innings of two-run ball. Facing the Shohei Ohtani-led Angels, Manning prioritized soothing his nerves throughout the biggest day of his career.
But gazing at Comerica Park made Manning think about his future.
"This is a ballpark that I know very well, just from being here," Manning said.