Throughout the history of Detroit sports, there have been plenty of figures who have become loved by the fans. Here is a list of the top 8 most beloved figures in Detroit sports history. Nicklas Lidstrom Nicklas Lidstrom played 20 seasons in the National Hockey League, all of them with the Detroit Red Wings. He was … Read more
The Detroit Tigers have one of the most storied histories in all of the professional sports. Over the years, the Tigers have had many great players, including some that have gone on to the Baseball Hall of Fame. In fact, there are a couple of active players on this list who will likely challenge for … Read more
The Detroit Tigers have one of the most storied histories in all of professional sports. Over the years, the Tigers have had many great players, including some that have gone on to the Baseball Hall of Fame. In fact, they have a couple of players on their team now that will likely challenge for the … Read more
Who better for the next wave of Detroit Tigers to learn from than one of the greatest players in franchise history? Embed from Getty Images Alan Trammell, who is serving as 1st base coach for the Tigers against the St. Louis Cardinals during their series, praised the development of Tigers prospects Riley Greene and Spencer … Read more
It was a match made in baseball heaven! Two of the greatest players to ever sport the Old English D made their MLB debuts together on this date in 1977: future World Series champions Lou Whitaker and Alan Trammell. Embed from Getty Images “Sweet Lou” was drafted by the Tigers in the 5th round of … Read more
Known to Detroit Tigers affectionately as “Tram”, Alan Trammell is one of the greatest players not only in team history, but in the sport itself. So who better than for the player Detroit hopes will have as legendary a career in Spencer Torkelson to receive advice and pointers from? The Hall of Fame shortstop gave … Read more
Mash the baseball. Those three words are the primary reason the Detroit Tigers made 3B Spencer Torkelson the No. 1 selection in the 2020 MLB Draft on Wednesday night. Torkelson was without a doubt the most MLB-ready power hitter in the draft and it was a no-brainer pick for Tigers GM Al Avila. Another member … Read more
Our Game of the Day series continues with a game that marked the end of an era for the Detroit Tigers. Legendary shortstop Alan Trammell, who helped the Tigers to the 1984 World Series title and 1987 AL East Division title, played his final MLB game on September 29, 1996 at Tiger Stadium against the … Read more
On Monday afternoon, Detroit Tigers Nation took a shot to the gut when news broke that Hall of Famer Al Kaline passed away at the age of 85. Moments after the news broke, fellow Hall of Famer and former Tigers SS Alan Trammell commented on the death of “Mr. Tiger.” Alan Trammell on the death … Read more
Former Detroit Tigers double-play duo Alan Trammell and Lou Whitaker are meant to be in the Baseball Hall of Fame together. Yet, thanks to some clueless voters, Whitaker got some bad news on Sunday night when the 2020 HOF class was announced. Embed from Getty Images According to a report, after finding out he was … Read more
Former Detroit Tigers great Lou Whitaker has come up short again as he was not elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Embed from Getty Images Lou Whitaker falls short of election to the Hall of Fame. His next opportunity will be December 2022 for the Class of 2023. @MLB @Tigers @MLBNetwork — Jon Morosi … Read more
Alan Trammell and Lou Whitaker were fixtures for the Detroit Tigers for a generation of fans. And while “Tram” and fellow Tigers legend Jack Morris were inducted into Baseball’s Hall of Fame last year, “Sweet Lou” is still awaiting his chance. That could ultimately be decided today. “I’ve got my fingers crossed,” Trammell said. “I’m … Read more
When it comes to the Detroit Tigers, there is one phrase that just about every fan recognizes and relates to the team. Some recognize the phrase because they lived through it and others because of stories they’ve been told. That phrase is, “Bless You Boys,” and it was used to describe the 1984 Detroit Tigers … Read more
The Detroit Tigers have been around for a very long time which means they have a very long list of great hitters. Today we will be taking a look at the top 10 greatest Tigers hitters of all-time. No. 1 on this list should not come as a surprise, but there is sure to be … Read more
On Sunday, former Detroit Tigers greats Jack Morris and Alan Trammell will be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame and rightfully so. The best part about the day is listening to the inductees give their speeches, which they have been fine-tuning for some time now. Watch as both Morris and Trammell talk about giving their HOF … Read more
Today is a day of celebration in Lakeland for one of the most beloved Detroit Tigers, #3 Alan Trammell turns 60 years young. Tram is the newest member of the Baseball Hall of Fame and is serving as an instructor with the team during Spring Training. Trammell is also a special assistant to General Manager … Read more
