ANAHEIM -- The Tigers went into the season looking to continue trading their veteran talent for prospects to help in the rebuild. Their two major trades this summer involved two players who weren't Tigers at this point a year ago.
The way the Mike Fiers and Leonys Martin deals worked out, expect general manager Al Avila to pursue the same path this coming offseason. With plenty of holes open on next year's roster, and outfielder Christin Stewart the only prospect likely knocking on Detroit's door for a call-up next spring, team officials will spend another offseason looking for rebound candidates.