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Daily recap of Tigers’ minor leagues (Updated: April 22)

The Detroit News provides a daily look at all the action on the farm in the Tigers' system.

Tigers

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An NFL bust, former Michigan State star Tony Mandarich remains ‘genuine’

Tony Mandarich was a bust in the NFL, but one of his old teammates says the former offensive lineman remains as "genuine" as he was at Michigan State.

Spartans

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‘There was no question:’ In 1989, Lions were locked on Barry Sanders at No. 3

Wayne Fontes already had made up his mind before he arrived in Stillwater, Okla., early April 1989, two weeks before the NFL Draft.

Lions

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Pistons’ Blake Griffin on his offseason plans

The Pistons start their off-season with plenty of questions, but Griffin looks to recover from his knee injury.

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‘We have to make more progress’: Gores weighs in after Pistons’ hasty exit

While lauding effort of star players in Game 4, Pistons owner says the first-round playoff series is first part of a process.

Pistons

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Wojo: Pistons blasted by reality, and must change something

The ability to retool the roster is constricted by some onerous contracts, including Andre Drummond's.

Pistons

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Oak Park OL Justin Rogers visits Tennessee; still has UM, MSU in the mix

Rogers, rated as the No. 1 guard in the country for 2020, took a trip to Tennessee on April 13 to watch the Volunteers’ spring game.

High Schools

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Lions’ Frank Ragnow soaking in Michigan outdoors this offseason

Ragnow, an avid outdoorsman, has enjoyed learning about some of Michigan's premier fishing hot spots.

Lions

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Lions Lowdown: Justin Rogers, John Niyo preview NFL Draft

Detroit News reporters discuss the Lions' first-round options and what the team needs to accomplish over the entire NFL Draft.

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Tigers drop Josh Harrison to No. 7; he responds with big hit in win

“It wasn’t easy for me to do this,” Ron Gardenhire said. “But I know we’ve given him enough time to this point."

Tigers

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Green Monster puts spotlight on Tigers third-base coach Dave Clark

In other news, Ron Gardenhire says Blaine Hardy is heading to the IL, while Jordy Mercer's rehab has been relocated to Lakeland.

Tigers

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Game 1: Tigers 7, Red Sox 4

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Sign points to UM’s Jordan Poole staying in NBA draft

Jordan Poole has created an account on Cameo.com, a website that allows fans to pay a fee for personalized video shoutouts from celebrities and athletes.

Wolverines

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‘Polarizing’ Rashan Gary remains confident in abilities ahead of NFL Draft

Pick a day, any day, and the opinion of Rashan Gary’s NFL Draft projection varies like the Michigan weather in the spring.

Wolverines

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Eight prospect possibilities for Lions at No. 8 in the NFL Draft

The Lions would love to trade down, but if they can't find a dance partner, here are the options for the team at No. 8.

Lions

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‘We’ll be fine’: Pistons start strong, still broomed by Bucks

The Pistons had a double-digit lead and played their best game of the playoff series — and still lost by a large margin.

Pistons

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Michigan’s defense adds dash of zone to recipe for success

Coordinator Don Brown is implementing a number of concepts in an attempt to answers any problems opposing offenses throw at the Wolverines this season.

Wolverines

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Pistons owner Tom Gores speaks after Game 4

Detroit Pistons owner Tom Gores speaks after the Game 4 loss, completing the round one sweep by the Bucks, about the team and the future

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Rod Beard on the Pistons’ loss and what’s next

The Pistons were swept handily, by double digits in each of the four games and but team owner Tom Gores remains optimistic.

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Tigers’ Josh Harrison thinks he’s found key to cracking early slump

Josh Harrison is hitting .122 this season. He has never averaged less than .240 in any month of his big-league career.

Tigers

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Dennis Cholowski overcomes demotion as Red Wings take big-picture approach

But by mid-February Dennis Cholowski’s play had slipped. His confidence was wavering and the Red Wings believed it was best for him to go to the minor leagues.

Red Wings

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Who sizzled, who fizzled from the first round of the 1989 NFL Draft

Thirty years have passed since the 1989 NFL Draft. Here is what happened to the first-round selections in that draft.

Lions

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Michigan seen as likely College Football Playoff team

Shea Patterson returns and the Wolverines will roll out a more up-tempo offense under new coordinator Josh Gattis.

Wolverines

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HBO examines undeveloped plans around Little Caesars Arena

Tuesday's "Real Sports With Bryant Gumbel" is a critical look the taxpayer-financed arena in downtown Detroit

Detroit

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Wojo: Pistons need a whole lot more from Andre Drummond

The truth is, the Pistons are as far from a legitimate contender as we imagined. The other harsh truth is, Andre Drummond remains a maddening, unsolvable conundrum.

Pistons

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Barry Sanders edges Calvin Johnson on list of top draft pick for every team

The Detroit Lions have drafted plenty of All-Pro talent over the years, but two stand above the rest – running back Barry Sanders and receiver Calvin Johnson.

Lions

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Monday’s soccer: Billionaire Ross sues U.S. federation for blocking Ecuadorian match

The suit claims the federation would not sanction the first division match between Barcelona Sporting Club and Guayaquil City FC to protect Major League Soccer's interests.

Soccer

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