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Old 12-10-2012, 12:04 PM   #832
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Myers would have been a key cog in their lineup for years. Sure, he CAN end up being a bust, but I think it's highly unlikely. He seems to be as close to a can't miss prospect as it gets.

Even with Shields, the Tigers have a far better roster. The Tigers' window DOES appear to be closing soon, 2014 is when Verlander, V-Mart, Hunter, etc. hit free agency plus Cabrera and Fielder will be north of 30. Instead, they mortgaged their future for a guy who will also be leaving after 2014.

Letting Myers get a couple of years of experience (plus Moustakas and Hosmer getting a couple of more seaons under their belts, they have potential but just aren't there yet) would have put them in a great position to compete in 2015 and beyond. I know they've been shit for a long time, but it's a really short-sighted decision.
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