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Hope the publication reaches you in great spirits. Although fans were disappointed in the Red Wings early exit in round one, just think that the 2012-2013 season will start as soon as late September. Not too far away! Will Nick Lidstrom return? I think so as he is fit, lean, and in tremendous shape for an athlete in his early fourties. Also, the winter classic, at the big house, might be a deciding factor. Imagine, a NHL game in front of 120,000 fans.. Definitely something to share with your Grandchildren. Oh, and how about the Lions draft!! Worth at least a B+ in my books. Mayhew is pretty clever with his best athlete available theory. Bo Schembeckler always said, I never recruited a football player. I always recruited an athlete. You can take an athlete and convert him into any sports position with enough practice. Oh well, I can hardly wait till football season. My favorite sport. It wont be long until training camps open. Well, see you next month. P.S. Catch my new radio show on 1130 AM, WDFN Radio. I will be broadcasting live from a different local venue every Saturday morning, from 11 AM to 1 PM. Check our website for each Saturdays location, starting June 26. Looking for your support!!!!!
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(NAPS) Learning values such as sportsmanship, teamwork and responsibility are key elements of the youth sports experience. The Top 10 Responsible Sports Moments, a program developed by Liberty Mutual Insurance and Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA), is celebrating the positive values that sports instill in young people. The campaign, currently in its second year, honors moments that remind us of the power, impact and inherent goodness of sports by compiling a list of the years Top 10 Responsible Sports Moments. Jim thompson, pCa founder and chief executive officer, in addition to the author of eight books on youth sports including Elevating Your Game, written for student athletes, knows how important youth sports can be in teaching leadership and responsibility. Each of the Top 10 Responsible Sports Moments should serve as a reminder and inspiration to all involved in youth sports of the opportunities we have to create a positive character-building environment that shape the character of those involved. Here are some of last years winners: St. Marys of Lynn (Mass.) ends 100-win streak but congratulates Hingham HS: After St. Marys of Lynn lost in the Massachusetts Division 1 girls ice hockey quarterfinals to Hingham High School, ending a 100-game winning streak that spanned four seasons, senior captain Sabrina Iannetti boarded her opponents bus, congratulated the team that ended her high school career two games short of perfection, and promised that St. Marys would cheer them on through the rest of the state tournament. andover (Minn.) HS runner carries Lakeville South opponent to finish race: Running in a recent cross-country meet for Andover High, Josh Ripley, a junior varsity runner, was making his way through the trail at the appleJack Invite when he heard a loud scream during the first mile of the two-mile race. Most of the other kids running didnt pay much attention to Lakeville South runner Mark Paulauskas, who was writhing in pain at the time as they passed by, but Ripley stopped and carried the injured runner a half mile back to coaches and family members. eight-year-old catcher in Maryland helps scared batter take his first swing: Eight-year-old Trevor Yusko, a catcher for a minor league youth baseball team in Frederick, Md., was catching when a player on the other team was scared to step into the batters box. Trevor called time out, went over to the boy and gave him a pep talk. The young man then stepped into the batters box, swung at the next pitch and fouled it offa small achievement, but a big step in his growing confidence. To nominate a 2012 moment that showcases a young person behaving responsibly, visit www.Facebook.com/ResponsibleSports. Nominations close on November 15, 2012. Each winning organization represented by a Top 10 Moment will receive a $1,000 award from Liberty Mutual Insurance. Youth sports can play an important role in teaching leadership and responsibility.
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Tigers new addition Prince Fielder goes deep in Spring Training.
Interview: Prince of Motown

Superstar Fielder will give fans everything they had hoped for
By Kevin Alan Lamb he Prince of a town built on motors and music will not be the best player in baseball in 2012, he will not hit a home run in every at bat, he will not carry the Tigers to the Series on his own...and thats just fine. prince fielder will be in the top five in the league in home runs, runs batted in, and slugging. Fielder will combine with Miguel Cabrera to be the best three-four combo in baseball. He will make his teammates better because he is a professional and an outstanding human being with a kind-heart, and the charisma and genuine love for the game that it takes to lead. And last, this Fielder will be remembered as the Fielder that played in Detroit. So-called baseball fans are notoriously emotional, focusing more attention on one game, than a career full of them. Baseball is a game of numbers; that is why intellectuals are fascinated with it, because no other sport scrutinizes numbers in a similar fashion. Contracts like the one earned by Fielder are not given to a player without the numbers to back up the zeroes in the check. Over a six-year-span fielder has averaged 39 home runs a season, 108 runs batted in, all the while boasting a .282 average. The kid hits. Its why he wakes up in the morning. You eat breakfast, Fielder makes the leather on baseballs wish they had been made into a suitcase. Atypical to his entire career, The Prince of Motown has started to heat-up with the weather. In his eightyear career his monthly home run splits look like this: April - 29, May - 44, June - 52. This is what the big-fella does. It should be no surprise then that over the last 30-days Fielder is hitting .287 (29-for-101), with 5 home runs, and 16 runs batted in. When players of his caliber get hot, they are more productive in one-week than most players in one-month. Pitchers get out your aloe, youre about to
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get burned. The prodigal son has returned, and so-far-so-good by him: It feels good, everyones been cool so far, everyone likes my kids, that always helps, Fielder said as his seven-year-old boy Jadyn ran through the locker room. The youngest player to hit 50 home runs in a season joins the best hitter in baseball, Cabrera, to form 515 pounds of the most perfectly erected genetics to swing a piece of lumber. Its awesome. I had the privilege to be a part of a great three-four combo in Milwaukee, now here. Its great to be able to watch superstars hit every day, Prince said with a grin. As a child, Fielder, like many of his generation, watched in awe of no. 24 in Seattle. ken Griffey Jr. is the best of his time, prince said. It comes then, as little surprise that Fielder loved the superstars Super Nintendo game, ken Griffey Jr. Presents Major League Baseball, as it was the greatest baseball game of its time. I always played with Seattle, I had to hit with the
Kid, Fielder said. Coming to Detroit meant saying goodbye to the only teammates Fielder has known since coming to the bigs. Obviously I miss all of them, but probably Ricky (Weeks), we played together since we were 12, so Id say I miss him the most. He lives close to me, we still see each other, and talk when we can, Fielder said. With visible tattoos on his forearms, the 2009Home Run Derby champ spoke on his ink: I dont know how many I have because theyre all drawn into one. I got my first at (age) 14, a softspoken Fielder said. Even one of the highest-paid-players in MLB history and the Prince of Motown looks forward to meeting his idols: Drake and Kendrick Lamar, Fielder said. The fans have been given everything they had hoped for from Fielder, who believes it is his obligation to show his support in the form of signing autographs and taking pictures with adoring fans. Kevin (@ShaggyLamb) plays softball for the Traveling Wilburys, slamming softballs and beers since 1983.
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By John Raffel the American League. But as a rookie, Jackson kept it all in stride Its just a statistic, he said. Its a sign that youve been hitting well. Its a long season. Theres still a lot more things we have to accomplish. I dont think about it. He had a career high five hits against the Angels in one game and became the first Detroit rookie in five seasons to have that many hits in a contest. But even at that time, Jackson was striking out more frequently than he would prefer. Im making good contact and Im getting base hits when Im putting it in play, he said. Still Im working on the strikeouts. Thats one thing Ive always struggled with. Im trying to get to a certain level of concentration. Leyland raised a lot of eyebrows in the 2010 preseason when he decided Jackson would be his leadoff hitter. I was more comfortable hitting second, Jackson said. But this was the opportunity and it was what they wanted me to do. It plays hand to hand to my game anyway. Jackson has been comfortable playing in center field. Ive always felt comfortable on defense, he said. Thats something I take pride at. On defense Im more in control somewhat. Im continually trying to get better at it. Jacksons spring training batting averages were .355 in 2010 and .209 in 2011, which, ironically, would carry over into his respective regular seasons. A good sign, however, when after 14 games of this preseason, he was batting .282. tigers lead off man and center fielder came out of the gates roaring in 2012 and hasnt looked back, alleviating any concerns over his previous strikeout woes. Jackson is hitting a blistering .331 (45-for-136), with 5 home runs, 17 runs batted in, 6 stolen bases, and 29 runs scored. He is currently fifth in the American League in batting, tied for sixth in runs, and tied for sixth in stolen bases. Victim of a recent abdominal-strain, Jackson is day-to-day and hopes to return against division-rival Cleveland to kick off a 10-game road trip. John Raffel has been a professional sports writer in Michigan for more than 35 years. Send him a comment at john.raffel@gmail.com
ustin Jackson knows what its like to be on a hot hitting streak and also what its like to be struggling. So its no secret that the Tiger center fielder is ecstatic to be building upon a 2010 season as he slugs away memories of a distant 2011 performance. Jackson enjoyed a sensational rookie season with a .293 batting average. The Sporting News named him 2010 American League Rookie of the Year. But last April, it appeared the the Tigers leadoff hitter might be engulfed with the dreaded sophomore jinx which has frustrated many second-year players in the Major Leagues. He was only hitting .160 for the first month. Gradually Jackson worked his way out of it and was able to almost make Tiger coaches forget about his poor performance at the plate with a sparkling glove in the outfield that was robbing many hitters of home runs and extra base hits. By mid-May, Jackson started showing signs of snapping out of his slump. He, in one week, batted .321 with four extra-base hits and eight RBIs and raised his average to .229, obviously way off from the previous season, but encouraging enough to start putting a smile on manager Jim Leylands face. Hes putting it in play on a more consistent basis, Leyland said during Jacksons resurgence. Sometimes its best to let things happen. And it will happen. When the 2011 season ended, Jackson had 22 stolen bases, 10 home runs, 45 RBIs, 90 runs scored and a .249 batting average. It wasnt hard for Jackson to explain how he was able to snap out of the slump. Staying positive, he said. Ive just been staying positive. It was a big challenge. Its hard to go out there each and every day when youre not doing as well as you expect and youre not doing your job as a leadoff man. You have to understand that if youre in the lineup, you have to go out and do your best. He was hitting .333 with 19-of-57 in one 14-game stretch. The Tigers were 12-4 when he scored at least one run in the first 16 games he came across home plate. Defensively, Jackson never seemed to lose his touch in 2011. He turned in some classic gems from his center field
Jackson has set the table for the Tigers early with an improve discipline at the plate. spot. In May, as one classic example, Kansas Citys Eric Hosmer made a bid on a deep fly ball of almost 400 feet to straight away center at Comerica Park. But Jackson hauled it in on a spectacular running catch. When it was hit, I didnt think it was hit that well, Jackson said. I realized it was hit a lot better than I thought. I thought he had no chance to catch that ball to be honest with you, Leyland said after the game. It was a tremendous play. another Jackson fielding gem came in late August in an 8-7 win at Comerica over the Cleveland Indians while the Tigers were starting to take control of the divisional race. Tiger reliever Jose Valverde was able to preserve the one-run lead and record his 37th straight save in the ninth. Jackson, after catching a flyball, threw out Kosuke Fukudome at the plate to end the game. We kept battling, the pitchers did their job and we came out with it, Jackson said. Jacksons hitting improvement played no small role in a 10-1 run in an 11-game stretch for the Tigers which got the team going full board into the divisional race. We go into every game with the same intentions to try to win, he said. No matter how it happens, we want to get it done. Leyland kept a close eye on Jackson during his early season hitting slump and expressed his confidence in his leadoff hitter while acknowledging his struggles. You have to be careful with young players, Leyland said. Theyre scared to death if they dont do good right away that theyll be sent down (to the minor leagues) or something and people talk about it. Thats the nature of the business. Players have to learn and mature and live with that stuff. Youre constantly trying to help them along. As a manager, you try to keep it quieted down as much as you can so theyre not putting extra pressure on themselves. During the 2010 season, Jackson enjoyed a sensational start as the rookie leadoff hitter for the Tigers. It was the type of start he would prefer this season. At one time, Jackson had a .356 batting average, the highest among any other Detroit starters and No 2 in
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finally win their first championship since 1984. Instead, as manager Jim Leyland has said like a broken record, the only consistent thing about the Tigers is that theyre terribly inconsistent. Last week, the Tigers, somehow, lost to the Minnesota Twins, 4-3, at Comerica Park. It gave the lowly Twins a sweep of the two-game series. For the Twins, who came to Motown with a 4-12 road record, it was the first time since April 11-12 that they won two games in a row. Worse, at that point, the Tigers hadnt won back-to-back-games in nearly a month. Since then, the Tigers had basically been terrible.
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Tigers Not What Advertised So Far, At Least

``Im a little surprised, to say the least, Leyland said. ``But I certainly dont all of a sudden look up and say were not as good as I thought we were. ``We are a good team. But you prove that by going out and winning games. The Tigers just havent done it. And its not just one reason why. There are a lot of things not working, especially the bullpen, which had the highest ERA in the league. the fielding everybody thought was going to be bad has finally reared its ugly head. The Tigers made a whopping eight errors in three straight games last week. Fielder, who led all major-league first baseman with 15 errors a year ago, had five miscues in the first 38 games. Yet, Leyland said, ``Im not concerned about our defense. I said wed be an average fielding team this year. But most expected more than average when they looked at this squad on paper. Most thought something special was going to take place. There was even talk that the Tigers would score 1,000 runs. But even the hitting has just about been a no-show, too. Last week, they were just 10th in the league in runs. No wonder so many feel duped. ROB PARKER is an analyst for ESPN. You can see him often on First Take @10am and Numbers Never* Lie @4pm on ESPN2. He is also a regular on Local 4s Sports Final Edition Sunday nights at 11:30pm.
etROIt admit it. you feel duped. For sure, this was what Motown signed up for. Hence, in the first 38 games of the 2012 baseball season, the Tigers werent like anything you expected. In fact, they are far worse at 18-20. With a trip to the American League Championship Series under their belt from last season, the addition of high-priced, free-agent slugger Prince Fielder to a lineup that already feature Miguel Cabrera and an AL Central that looked weaker than Popeye without his spinach, most believed the Tigers were on their way to the World Series. Most believed theyd bash and trash their opponents in the division and
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fan favorite and model for consistency in a 2012 defined by a lack-there-of, Tigers right-handed pitcher Doug Fister has returned from the disabled list in his usual Fist-em-up fashion. In this last three starts combined, Fister has shown-off his surgeonskills over the course of 19 innings pitched, surrendering just 4 runs along with 4 walks, while striking out 13. Still looking for his first win (0-2), the Fresno State alum COLUMNIST has a 1.59 earned run KEVIN ALAN average and superb LAMB 3.8 strike out to walk ratio. The ball just needs to fall our way one time and well get on a roll, Fister said of the Tigers inconsistent play. Still shimmering with sweat from his day after workout, the 6-foot-8 rightie spoke on his routine regimen: Its different every time depending on how many innings you pitch, and pitches you throw. The only thing consistent is that youre working hard, Fister said. Mr. Fister had a breakout season with the Tigers since being traded from the Mariners at the deadline in 2011, finishing 8-1 with a 1.79 eRa in 10 starts. Looking to add to his two postseason wins, both earned in 2011, Fister is excited to be in a Tigers uniform. This team knows how to win a big game, and win in the playoffs. Its a great clubhouse to be a part of. Everyones been welcoming from the start and theres a lot of excitement, Fister said. The Merced native recalled a game in Seattle where some of his closest friends supported him in style: They all wore shirts with the Superman emblem on it, it read Superfist, fister said. Fisters favorite baseball player is Cal Ripken Jr, while his greatest moment in Seattle was carrying Ken Griffey Jr. on his shoulders before a standing ovation at Safeco Field. Fist-em-up Tigers! Kevin (@ShaggyLamb) was a RHP for the High Point University Panthers, in the Big South Conference.
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RHP Doug Fister was acquired by Detroit at the July 31 trade deadline last season, Fister went 8-1 with a 1.79 ERA and 0.84 WHIP in 10 starts. Fister was born on February 4, 1984 in Merced, Calif. He is 6-foot-8 and weighs 200 pounds. He played for Fresno State. Fister generates a lot of ground balls with few strikeouts, but he has a low walk rate.
Tigers RHP Doug Fister speaks with Sportz Detroit Magazine after a pregame workout.
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Young gun Porcello expected to be a difference maker

Once the youngest player in the bigs, 23-year-old Rick porcello entered his fourth year with a bonafide chance to ascend as one the the games best young, right-handed-arms. But as in recent years, Porcello has struggled with consistency, coming off of consecutive underwhelming starts: 5 IP, 9 H, 4 ER, and 4 IP, 6 H, 6 R, 2 ER. The young-gun sports a 5.12 earned run average, along with a 3-3 record. the first round pick out of Morristown, NJ, has shown flashes of his brilliance in his young career, but is yet to establish himself as a consistent stopper in the rotation. Weve got some good pieces, now we have to go out there and perform on the field. Nothing happens until you play the games, and thats what youre focused on right now, working hard and playing good baseball, Porcello said. fans are not the only ones who cherish the lovely confines of Comerica park. I love pitching at our park, cant complain how big it is, the fans, Porcello said. If he had to pitch anywhere away from home, Porcello seeks the space and solitude of Safeco Field. Id have to say Seattle, definitely a friendly pitchers ballpark, porcello said. With the game on the line there are two players the 6-foot-5 righty would rather not see enter the batters box: Robinson Cano and Jason Kubel, Porcello said begrudgingly. Given the opportunity to meet any musician Ricky p kept it in the Garden State: Bruce Springstein, from Long Beach, NJ, Porcello said without hesitation. Porcello will be the difference in the Tigers having a great staff, or the best in the American League. Sixteen wins isnt out of the question. The 2012 Tigers will undoubtedly make it rain souvenirs (homeruns) for all the little boys and girls of the proud city of Detroit, but it will be a rough, tough, and consistent rotation from top to bottom that puts these vicious cats in a position to play come October. Porcello has pitched well in four of his eight starts in the early season, but has been hit hard in his last two appearances. When the young right-hander is at his best he locates in the bottom half of the strike zone, inducing a plethora of a ground ball outs. When he struggles, a number of pitches left up in the zone find their way to the seats. Kevin is thankful to live in the best sports city in the world. Follow Kevin on Twitter (@ShaggyLamb).
Hard-rocker Coke delivers with game on the line
In the midst of Curtis Grandersons 2011 MVp candidacy, tigers fans are quick to condemn Dombrowski for shipping off its star-center-fielder to a town that bleeds players dry, but lets hope closure was found when Phil Coke and a stellar bullpen helped sent the Yankees home for the second time in four years. I dig the fans. When I come out there on the mound and burn It to the Ground starts playing and everybody starts to get into it, it makes it fun, Coke said as his favorite part of playing in Detroit. After spending all of his big league career in the pen, the Tigers Coke was moved from the bullpen to the fifth spot in the starting rotation to start the 2011 season. until late June, after accumulating a 18 record, Coke was moved back to the bullpen. Its not necessarily about transitioning or anything like that, its about remembering things, like in 08 I knew what I had to do day in and day out... I had my process, spending a few years in the bullpen, jacked out of my mind, you forget things, but Ive got my routine back, Coke said. His hard-knosed raging, rocker-style, along with his ability to get outs with the game on the line make Coke an easy guy to like. Having had a chance to meet uncle kracker and kid Rock, who were toward the top of my list anyways, Id have to say Nickleback, and Metallica, Coke offered as the musicians hed like to meet the most. It is refreshing to see a professional athlete take an initiative and be a leader in the community. The ying to yang amongst professional baseball players seems to lie in routine versus superstition. =Im definitely more routine oriented. I dont have much in the way of superstition, Ill wear a certain pair of socks then Ill blow them out, then Ill get a new pair and wear them until I blow them out, and if they suck Ill wear them in batting practice, Coke said. With the exception of two outings at Oakland (.2 Ip - 2 R/.2 Ip-3 R) in recentweeks, Coke has been steadt with 16 strike outs in 17.2 innings of work. Coke spoke against bullying in response to the National Task Force on Children Exposed to Violence. A day after appearing before the task force in Detroit, Coke shared his personal experiences growing up, saying kids often made fun of his last name. He also spoke on the occasional physical bullying he had to deal with. He believes that kids doing the bullying may need help, and may be reacting in part to a difficult home life.
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had 15 wins following a Tigers loss. This means that rarely, if ever, did the team lose on several, sequential days. I expect another 20+ win season. The team has a strong rotation outside of Verlander and I look for some improvements in them as well. Doug Fister has proven to be a solid number two starter, and with Rick Porcello and Max Scherzer having another year under them I only see improvement. As for the bullpen, The Tigers are stacked. Last year we were surprised by the brilliant performance during the season of Al Alburquerque, who can really prove he belongs in Detroit with another good season. Theres other relievers to bridge the gap to Jos Valverde, who is proving to be more than an adequate closer. He was nearly unhittable last season as he racked up 49 saves in as many chances. Joaqun Benoit was a great eight-inning pitcher last year and may not have to pitch as often with the signing of Octavio Dotel. Dotel has pitched for 13 major-league teams, not because he performs poorly, rather the opposite. Contending teams that need a pitcher for the playoff run illicit Dotels services. The Tigers have possibly the most dangerous 3-45 hitters in the majors this year. With the signing of Prince Fielder, the team obviously hopes to contend
Detroit Tigers ... 2012 champs?
hen you think of overpowering lineups and dominant pitching you dont usually think of the Tigers. This year however, I think well see all of that and more. It kills me to say it as a Yankees fan, but this team is going to be special this year. In this article well go through the strengths and weaknesses of this team and what we can reasonably expect assuming the team stays healthy. From the major free agent signings to the stacked lineup the Tigers already had, there are plenty of reasons to be excited. Jim Leyland has been with the Tigers since 2006 when he took the team to the world series, before losing to St. Louis. Leyland is one of the best managers in the game and Detroiters are very happy in general with how his teams perform. His firy personality helps is the x-factor for a team that competes every day. Over the years his lineup shuffles have come under scrutiny, but players seem to blossom into the roles he envisions. Leyland has a reputation of turning average teams into great ones. The 1997 Marlins for example. A bunch of players that had talent, sure, but were they expected to win a World Series? The Tigers have the most dominant pitcher in the game, in Justin Verlander. It is not unreasonable to chalk up a win every fifth day. In 2011 Verlander
for a long time. this power hitting first baseman can hit...and hit...and hit some more. Hell bat fourth in the lineup behind Miguel Cabrera, who hit over 30 home runs last year. Danger for opposing pitchers is a string of hitters in the lineup capable of 40 bombs. Though Comerica is known as a pitchers park, these guys will mash their way to history, perhaps. One question is how Cabrera will hold up over the course of 162 games at third base. He hasnt played the position in a few years and admittedly didnt do a great job last year. Cabrera lost some weight in the last few months, and has been playing third during the exhibition season. Aside from a couple early errors he played the position well. I dont think Im going to go as far to say that this team will definitely be the champs in November, but I do really think its possible. I think this team could challenge Seattle from 2001 for the best overall record if things go their way. They are in a comparatively weak division, where theyll play nearly half the schedule. If this team can stay healthy and Jim Leyland can keep the team in check I expect over 100 wins and a runaway title in the American League Central. So sit back, grab a hot dog, and turn on the television. This team could be one of the most special things Detroit has seen since aretha franklin. Go
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The Skipper shares words with Mr. October
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By Kevin Alan Lamb
rior to the Tigers sold out spring training game versus the Yankees in Lakeland, skipper Jim Leyland shared words and hugged one of the games greatest, Mr. October, Reggie Jackson. One of the most beloved nicknames in all of sports was earned during five World Series appearances starting with Oakland in 1973 with a victory over the New York Mets and in 1974 with a win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Jackson hit one home run in each of those Series. He returned in 1977 with the Yankees and blasted 5 home runs against the Dodgers. In 2010, Jackson phoned Leyland to endorse the recently acquired Austin Jackson from the Yankees In his illustrious career Jackson notched 14 All Star appearances, five World Series rings, two Silver Sluggers, two World Series MVPs, and was a first ballot inductee to the Hall of Fame in 1993. The 65-year-old Jackson is best remembered for hitting three consecutive home runs in the clinching game of the 1977 World Series. Jacksons father Martinez Jackson, was a half Puerto Rican who worked as a tailor and was also a former second baseman with the Newark Eagles of the Negro Leagues. Mr. October is a spring training instructor with the Yankees.
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By Kevin Alan Lamb
Tigers Jhonny Peralta rounds second after shooting into the gap. ince being traded to the Tigers from the Indians in late July of 2011, Jhonny Peralta wasted no time, homering in his first at bat as a tiger, and then again in his third trip to the plate. It is special to be here, I knew something good was coming, my friends said it was a good thing to be a Tiger, Peralta told Sportz Detroit Magazine. For a number of years Detroit has been viewed around the league as a welcomed place for players from the Dominican and Venezuela to play. The clubhouse here, more than anywhere Ive seen, is really good, and it starts from the coach. Every coach has a lot of confidence in the guys and we all play together. When its a team... its really good, Peralta said. Before being traded Peralta was moved to third base to make way for the up and coming Asdruebal Cabrera. It made me feel good to be back at shortstop, it is my natural position. Coming from the Dominican Republic, where I played short forever, Peralta said. In just a short, three-hour-drive from one city in the Midwest to another, made all the difference in the world to Peralta. the fans are unbelievable, the first time I came to Detroit, I could see the difference, from Cleveland to Detroit, there is a big difference. The fans are really good no matter what, whether we win or lose, Peralta
said. At 29, Peralta has a legitimate chance to improve on a very productive 2011 season, producing 21 homeruns and 86 RBIs from the shortstop position. Like many of his teammates, Peralta is a streaky hitter gauging at a similar temperature to the April weather in Detroit: cold. Through 20 games the Tigers short stop is hitting just .236 with zero home runs, and five runs batted in. Kevins favorite three baseball movies are The Natural, Major League, and Bull Durham. Follow Kevin on Twitter (@ShaggyLamb).
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Stories by Kevin Alan Lamb
diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in 2011 aturday, March 17, Great Lakes Sports and the former left wing has since dedicated his City Arena in Fraser played host as charity to helping support cancer research. Detroit Red Wings Alumni matched-up The Detroit Red Wings Alumni rosagainst playter was highlighted ers from the by fan-favorites Shawn Burr Darren McCarty, Foundation in Dino Ciccarelli and the Hockey Mickey Redmond. Cancer ClasAcross the line sic. former Quebec NorBoth teams diques defenseman consisting of Craig Wolanin and former profescompany representsionals skated ed the Shawn Burr against one Foundation. another to After the game support blood Budd Lynch autocancer research. graphed the March The Hockey edition of Sportz Cancer Classic Budd Lynch autographs copy of his cover story in Detroit Magazine is supported Sportz Detroit Magazine that will be sold and by the Shawn burr foundation and benefit both the Leukemia donated to the Shawn Burrr Foundation. It is the best article anyone has ever written & Lymphoma Society and the university of on me, Lynch told publisher Frank Allen of Michigan Comprehensive Care Center. Sportz Detroit Magazine of his feature article. Burr, a Red Wing from 1986-1995, was
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Joe Kocur joins Sean Burr at center ice
Detroit Rock City ignites with the fury of Justin Abdelkader

oing his best rendition of Soul Asylums Runaway Train, Red Wings left wing, Justin Abdelkader is a train on ice, best known for his ability to demolish opponents foolish enough to be caught in his tracks. Right from the get go, Abdelkader told Sportz Detroit Magazine as to when he started demolishing his opposition. As soon as they allowed us to start hitting I played physical to get under peoples skin, Abdelkader said. Nothing pumps up no. 8 for a big game more than the fire-breathing, blood-spitting, metal band, Kiss. I like Detroit Rock City, it always gets me fired up especially in the playoffs, Abdelkader said. Abdelkader was brought up to the Red Wings as a replacement for tom kopeck, who sat out Game 5 of the 2009 Western Conference semi-finals series against the Anaheim Ducks. Coach Mike Babcock sent Abdelkader to replace kopeck because of his ability to flatten the enemy. In a town known for its hard hat work ethic, Abdelkader quickly became a fan favorite. Work hard. Do what you can each shift. He was always on me when I had a bad game, Abdelkader said of the best advice his father Joseph gave him. He pushed me to work harder. If I was floating on ice, not moving my legs, Id hear about it. Its about working on both ends of the ice, being physical and controlling what I can control, the enforcer said. the Muskegon native has always had a flare for the dramatic, scoring his first goal versus the penguins in Game 1 of the 2009 Stanley Cup. A lot of things went through my head, but I had just lost a good friend from Michigan State, Brandon Gordon, in January I felt like he was there and helped me score the goal, abdelkader said fighting tears. A lot went through my head but he was one in particular. He had cancer to the bone it was a real tough deal there. brandon Lee Gordon took his last breath, february 22nd, 2009, succumbing to osteosarcoma after a courageous, two-year-battle with the cancer. Despite countless tumors throughout his body and extreme difficulty breathing, brandon continued to fight. brandons Defense has been erected in his honor to continue his fight for the awareness of childrens cancer. If you would like to support Brandons Defense, contact his mother, Julie Gordon, at gordonjl@comcast.net. Kevin Alan Lamb grew up on a pond but rarely played hockey because it was difficult to find skates that fit the 6-foot-7 Willow Farm native. The Lamb family home served as the neighborhood sandlot, hosting everything from pickle and kickball, to night-tag and baseball.
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Celebrities Against Autism
SPORTS hEROES
By Kevin Alan Lamb
ertain individuals with tremendous ability recognize destiny in their efforts to fight for individuals born into great circumstance. Val McFarland, founder of Celebrities Against Autism (CAA), works among those individuals every day in support of the public awareness for autism. Our number one objective is promoting public autism awareness. We believe that awareness, acceptance and information help families and our society deal with this devastating disorder. Our hope is that people will accept autism with respect and opens arms, just as they Photos courtesy of Celebrities Against Autism. accept individuals with other disorders, the mother and Autism ambassadors at the Celebrities Against founder of this great cause said. Autisms First Annual Honoring Autism Heroes and Celebrities Against Autism has recently been featured on WXyZ Detroit, Good Morning america, and Autism Ambassadors event. in Hour Detroit Magazine. champagne celebration and grand opening event of her Its really exciting because it has never been done new store, June 14, at 1549 union Lake road, from 5 before, McFarland said of their inaugural event on PM to 9 PM. Saturday, April 28. She has been our biggest donor and we are lucky to the first annual event at Dr. Demrays historic manhave her on board, McFarland said. sion in Northville was attended by over 500 and was a Celebrities Against Autism presented the event in big step in raising public awareness of a misunderstood partnership between CAA and Dr. William S. Demray disorder. of preservation Dental. Honorees included actors Gary It was quite a night, McFarland said. EveryCole and Holly Robinson Peete. While Cole has been thing from live music provided by the St. Marys Prep in everything from HbOs entourage to Desperate (Orchard Lake) Jazz band, to gourmet food, signature Housewives, his most notorious role was the dreaded martinis, and even a Kimberly Diamond Courture boss, bill Lumbergh, in the cult classic Office Space. giveaway. Coles daughter, Mary, was diagnosed with autism at Critical to this hope-inspiring organization are the ef- age 28 months. forts of treasurer Kimberly Petra, who will be hosting a Also in attendance were the dashing Erin Nicole,
of WXYZ Channel 7 Morning news, and Red Wings forward Patrick Eaves. Every aspect of autism is truly devastating: from the magnitude of families affected to the reality that there is no cure... our event celebrates autism heroes, McFarland said. The event serves as a fundraiser to issue family grants that directly benefit families for treatment with autism. McFarland encourages public support by visiting CelebritiesAgainstAutism.org to discover events like their wine tasting planned for the fall, cigar night, and for more information regarding volunteers and third party events. We recognize autism ambassadors for future generations. Ambassadors are often composed of typical kids and siblings of, that work with children with autism, McFarland said. The Center for Disease Control reports that a staggering 1 out of 94 children are diagnosed with autism (1 out of every 58 boys!) Autism is the fastest-growing serious development disability in the united States. the Center for Disease Control has acknowledged autism as a national health epidemic. Just an average Guy, hosted by publisher frank Allen will broadcast live, Saturday, June 9 from Main Street Liquor, in union Lake, as a fundraiser for Caa. In middle school Kevin worked as a Bridger, or assistant for students with Autism. Follow Kevin on Twitter (@ShaggyLamb).
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riLey reiff
Round 1, Iowa Riley Reiff is one of the top ranked offensive tackles in the 2012 draft class. Originally perceived as a top-15 pick, Reiffs measurables (33 1/4 inch arms) were deemed too short for an NFL left tackle, although longer in comparison to Joe Thomas (32 1/2) and Jake Long (32 7/8). At 6-foot-6, 313-pounds, the All-American is a behemoth of man, and a welcomed security blanket for Matthew Stafford. He was named All-Big Ten by coaches and media, and elected to forgo his final year of eligibility at Iowa to enter the draft.The native of Parkston, San Diego, will likely start for the Lions in 2012 and has longevity for years to come in Honolulu Blue.
LIONS
By Kevin Alan Lamb
Tahir WhiTehead
Round 4, Temple The 6-foot-1, 233-pound Whitehead is undersized at the linebacker position, but is a hardworking, overachiever that logs the hours necessary to improve. He uses his big hands to free himself from blockers, and pursues aggressively. Whitehead played safety, running back, wide receiver, and tight end at his New Jersey prep school. The experienced linebacker never shies away from contact, consistently plays hard, and is a powerful blitzer. While he lacks elite play-making instincts against the run, his instincts as a pass rusher are above average. His long arms and big hands clog up throwing lanes, but he needs to improve his upperbody-strength to avoid being locked up by bigger blockers. His most immediate contribution will be on special teams where his speed and athleticism will be best utilized.
ryan BroyLes
Round 2, Oklahoma Easily the Lions most controversial pick, many were shocked when Detroit selected Broyles, a wide-out, recovering from a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left knee in November. The 5-foot-10, 188-pound receiver set the all time NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision record for career receptions, 349. Broyles is a two-time All-American and first team All-Big-12. Although projected to go in the third or fourth round, the Lions are convinced his surgically repaired knee is healthy, and were overwhelmed by his production, work ethic and dedication. With a 4.57 40 time, they seem him as a faster version of Wes Welker. He is an elusive runner with shifty hips and toughness.
Chris GreenWood
Round 5, Albion A graduate of Detroit King High, Greenwood spent his prep years playing in the shadow of Ford, and always dreamed of one day playing for his favorite team, the Lions. Greenwood, a 6-foot-2, 193-pound cornerback from Albion College, is the first player from the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association to be selected in the NFL Draft in 45 years. The Detroit native attended Northwood University and Eastern Michigan before transferring to Albion. His size, speed and vertical leap project a high-level of success in the NFL (4.34 40, 43 vertical). He will have to adjust to bigger, faster players making the transition from Division III, but Division I players face the same challenge. Greenwood adds depth to the corner position for the Lions, and believes his time has come to play with the best.
dWiGhT BiLL BenTLey

Round 3, Louisiana Lafayette Many experts contend that Bentley could emerge as one of the top corners in this years draft class. From the same hometown as Lions corner Alphonso Smith, Pahokee, Fla., Bentley is considered a steal in the third round. After reaching in round two, the Lions made a great value pick with Bentley, who is a pure-cover-corner with the ability to mirror wide receivers. At 5-foot-10, 182-pounds, Bentley clocked a blistering 4.43 40, and isnt afraid to throw his body around. He is aggressive, possesses good ball skills, and is multi-dimensional with special teams experience as both a gunner and jammer.
JonTe Green
Round 6, New Mexico State The 6-foot, 184-pound Green is an athletic cornerback with a number of plus attributes. He is aggressive by nature and works hard to defend the run. Green is apt at keeping the game in front of him, enabling him to make a significant amount of tackles up field. With a 4.4 40 the Lions like Greens speed and aggression He recorded 70 tackles and lead the team with 14 passes broken up, ranking Green second in the WAC. He is a return specialist that specializes in setting up blocks by reacting quickly and assertively.
Travis LeWis
Round 7, Oklahoma The third Sooner taken by the Lions represents what is possibly the biggest steal of the draft. Travis Lewis recorded a team-high 136 tackles and four interceptions as a vocal leader and captain. At 6-foot-1, 246-pounds, the linebacker was a semifinalist for the Butkus Award, given to the top linebacker in college football. Once regarded as one of the top defensive prospects in the NCAA, tough injuries late in his career proved detrimental to his draft status. Lewis is an instinctive player, he sifts through the trash well and possesses a knact for finding the ball. While he lacks elite athletic ability and top-end speed, his natural feel for the game and intelligence from the middle of the field make Lewis an intriguing final round pick with tremendous upside if he is able to regain top form.
ronneLL LeWis
Round 4, Oklahoma A two-time Consensus All-American, Lewis is one of the best outside linebacker prospects in the class. Known for his big hits, the 6-foot-2, 244-pound Lewis has earned the nickname, The Hammer. Another great value-pick for the Lions, Lewis has the ability to play either defensive end of linebacker. Where he lacks in size, he makes up for in pure talent. The Dewar, Oklahoma native, ran a 4.68 40 at the combine, and pressed a beastly 36 repetitions of 225-pounds.
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While front row tickets and backstage-passes may satisfy the average rockers dream-concert, Lions 6-foot-1 center Dominic Raiola took the phrase living the dream, one step further and raised it with a whats up whats up?, boarding Kid Rocks private jet on their way to his performance in St. Louis. It was the best show Ive ever been to, Raiola Said. We flew to St. Louis and back, it was alright. Born in Honolulu, the Saint Louis High School prep-star was undefeated COLUMNIST in his final three-years of high school KEVIN ALAN before shipping off to the university LAMB of Nebraska. Eminem and Kid Rock are my favorite Detroit artists, Raiola told Sportz Detroit Magazine. I dig old school jams, Dr. Dre, Drake and Jay Z. In his first year as a cornhusker Raiola became the first freshman offensive lineman to start a game for the Cornhuskers since Rob Zatechka in 1991. In 1999 he became the first sophomore center at Nebraska since Dave Rimington to participate in a postseason play and set a school record for knockdowns, which he broke again in 2000. Raiola was recognized as a consensus first-teamAll-American and won the Rimington Trophy in 2000, given to the best center in college football. In 2001 he was selected as a member of Pro Football Weeklys All-Rookie squad. The following season, Raiola started all 16 games, winning the Chuck
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and in 2009, Raiola ensured that he would do just that. The Hawaiian had a small run-in with fans who were heckling then rookie quarterback, Matthew Stafford. Raiola had a few choice words with some fans in the stands as he defended his teammate from their heckles. Given the opportunity to meet any musician, living or dead, the 2001 second round pick acknowledged one of the greats: Id love to meet Frank Sinatra, but hes no longer with us, Raiola said. Inspired by an eclectic of musical genres, the 2009 Detroit Lions Good Guy leaned towards the hip-hop scene for his ultimate-collaboration. Id love to see Drake and Kanye West, Railoa said. Protective instincts must run in the Raiola family, because Dominics younger brother, Donovan Raiola, also plays center for the Washington Redskins. Raiola is entering his 11 season in the NFL, and is under contract with the Lions until 2013. Kevin Alan Lamb joined the West Bloomfield High School varsity football team his junior year to avoid basketball conditioning. Despite no previous experience playing organized football, after one week of practice the 6-foot-7, 230-pound junior was slotted to start both ways as a tight end and defensive end. Wear and tear of his throwing hand paired with little knowledge of what was going on made Lambs decision to hang up the cleats without ever playing a game an easy one.
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Raiola struts after the Lions make a first-downpush versus the Chargers Hughes Most Improved Player award. The all-around good-guy was a key a member of the 2002 record-setting offensive line, which only allowed 20 quarterback sacks for the season, the lowest in the NFL. A centers top priority is protecting his quarterback,
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Brian Garry officiated in five Continents, 22 countries, numerous states in the US
By Kevin Alan Lamb
ake a stroll down memory line with prison. He is the most gracious and giving guy "Your Third Man in the Ring", Brian you will ever meet. He was in exile for what Garry; travel to beijing, China, with would have been the best three years of his caMuhammed Ali, in 1993, and 1994, reer. He told me he didn't play football because he then to atlanta for the 1996 Olympics, and to didn't want to get hit," Garry said with a chuckle, the history books of pugilism as a Judge for 59 painting a picture of how fast "The People's world-title-bouts and experience a Hall of Fame Champion" truly was. boxing-career, with the legend himself. Despite growing up in a time identified with "Holyfield, Vaughn bean at the Georgia Dome, tremendous racial conflicts, Garry recognized his in front of 42,000 people live," Garry recalled as peers by their hard-work, abilities, and demeanor, one of the greatest fights he officiated. not the color of their skin. "Nobody gave Vaughn Bean a chance... he "they can play," Garry said of his black teamtook Holyfield the distance, he actually won three mates. Photos courtesy of Brian Garry rounds on one card and four on the other two," "Most all of them were more respectful than Muhammed Ali and Brian Garry in Beijing, China, Feb. 1993, Garry said remembering the 1998 Heavyweight we were. Ms. Gary, Mr. Gary..." Garry said. "It at the Brawl at the Wall. title between evander Holyfield and Vaughn was 1965, the Civil Rights Act, we saw it happenbean when Holyfield knocked down bean in the ing... They fought with a chip on their shoulder. I 10th round to win unanimously. remember thinking 'they bleed red just like I do'". way out of proportion. Look at the statistics and you will "as you know growing up, Holyfield was a grownas a child, Garry admired the "Sweet Science" of see that you lose five-and-a-half amateurs in the world up light-heavy, so he had no ass, and in boxing they say, each year, nine-and-a-half professionals," Garry said. another charismatic, fast, and boxing legend, Davey 'you want to get some ass, you've got to break some Moore. Moore, World Featherweight Champion, 1958An estimated 43,000 to 67,000 players endure a ass!. You knock people out from your ass, your legs and concussion during every high school football season, 1963, was also from his hometown, Springfield. back, like baseball, you don't knock people out with "My dad had me using the hand held stop watch for as noted by a purdue university and Indiana university your arms," Garry said. sparring sessions, sweeping the deck, picking up the study. From 1931 to 2006 an average of nine fatalities "that was one of the most memorable fights because occurred in football between professional, college, high tape and handing out the water bottles, etc. Pretty soon, it went the distance and it wasn't suppose to," the Hall someone put a pair of 16-ounce training-gloves on me, school, and sandlot. of Famer said. Garry's lasting motto has always been since day one, and after about two-three months of 'Bloody Nose Ala boxer for life, the native of Springfield, OH., ley,' I had my first 'Smoker'! It was at a uaW sponsored round one: began his career refereeing in 1983, has 59 world-titlepicnic, outside-ring, a kid named Richard White and I Stop it one punch too soon, rather than one punch bouts to his credit, over 1,300 professional-bouts called, too late. squared off, for the amusement of the 'drunken' uaW and has officiated in five continents, 22 countries, Listed in the Top 50 "Refs" World Wide, in The Ring members, before the Good amateurs and pros showed numerous states in the u.S., and 33 cities in his homeoff their 'Stuff'. I was so scared, my legs were shakmagazine, 1998-99, he was also awarded the NBAs state of Florida. ing, like a dog 'crapping razor blades.' It seemed like a "Referee of the Year," in 2004. "the sport is pure, filled with hellacious athletes, 'lifetime,' but in reality the rounds were probably only "Boxing helps youth transform their hate and anger mano y mano. There's no timeouts if you get a broken one-and-half or two-minutes long. The best part was into respect, hard work, and honesty, controlled with and bloody nose," Garry said. after the final-bell, the crowd tossed change and some helmets, gloves, and medical supervision," Garry said. While the art of boxing is lost on the vast majority of paper-money onto the ring canvas, as a sign of 'approvGarry is a close-personal friend of "the World's today's youth, the heart of this great country once beat al' for our 'scrapping'. the 'bug had bitten me'," Garry Greatest", ali, and remembers their time together in with fighters like Mohammad ali, James J. braddock, said with an emphatic grin. Beijing with extreme clarity: and Detroit's own, Joe Louis. The bull-dog of a man and referree retired from the "The streets were alive when he walked down "every fight is in deep water, both fighters 20-0, toe- them... 'Ah-wee... Ah-wee..' the locals adored him. It sport he continues to love, in 2009, as a member of the to-toe with a guy as tough as you," Gary said. National boxing Hall of fame. Garry's favorite boxing was the greatest time. There was a $100 a-plate-dinner, "At its height pugilism represented a different era, movie is the classic "Raging Bull", starring Robert Ali never ate, he signed autographs the entire-time," nobody used guns, we settled things with our hands, Deniro. Garry said in honor of his old-friend. boxed it out," Garry said. Your Third Man in the Ring has traveled the world "His (Ali) greatest regret was getting divorced, and Your Third Man in the Ring believes reinstating with the greatest, caught inadvertent jabs from the not spending time with his kids," Garry said. youth boxing would create an avenue for troubled mideadliest, and can be rarely seen without the brightest Ali has been married four times, with seven daughnors to release their animosity and pent-up aggression smile in the room. He is a shinning example of the role ters and two sons. He is a Michigan Wolverine fan, and in a structured and controlled environment. athletics can play in shaping the hearts and minds of has a home in Benton Harbor, Mich. "Drop the guns and put on the gloves. Reinstate "If you're ever there, knock on his door," Garry said. this nation's youth, and continues to live his life as a C.y.O. (Catholic youth Organization) boxing and offer testament to the difference "just one person" can make. Diagnosed with Parkinson's syndrome in 1984, Ali scholarships," the Hall of Famer told Sportz Detroit. remains a beloved and active public figure. Follow Kevin on Twitter (@ShaggyLamb). "One kid died in collegiate boxing and it was blown "He's intellectually still there, but his body is like a
GARRY TO GUEST STAR ON BREAKFAST IN THE MORNING

By Kevin Alan Lamb Joining host Frank Allen and Kevin Lamb on Breakfast in the Morning, Saturday, June 2 on 1130 AM The Fan is your Third Man in the ring, Brian Garry. Garry was Allens co-host on The Fan before he retired due to health-concerns. Sportz Detroit magazine is flying Garry in from his home in Tampa Bay to be a guest-host at the remote broadcast of Just An Average Guy at Docs Sports retreat in Livonia. The show will air from 11 AM to 1 PM, Garry will be available for interviews, photographs, and autographs after the show. your Third Man in the ring is in the Boxing Hall of Fame, has refereed 59 worldtitle-bouts, over 1,300 professional-bouts called, and has officiated in five continents, and 22 countries.
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MMA strongman GEANE HERRERA stays away from the dark side
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Peaceful fighter
Mixed Martial Arts
By Kevin Alan Lamb
or every certain thesis there is an antithesis that prompts one to wonder upon and even doubt generalized perceptions and limitations, and in the arena of Mixed Martial arts (MMa), Geane Herrera is that antithesis, the exception to the rule. I dont carry this persona that most MMa fighters have: tattoos, Im a bad a**... if you look at me the wrong way Im going to fight you, thats not me, I love life, Im the most peaceful guy youll ever meet, Herrera said with a smile. Intent on showing the world a different type of fighter, Herrera has a genuine heart and kind eyes, but like so many on the path of righteousness, his life was not always guided by the light. I was stuck between the military and MMA. It was a time in my life of a lot of stupid conflicts, getting into fights, kicking butt, but Im not proud of it, Herrera said. With the guidance of his girlfriend and manager, 21-year-old Julia Allen, a native of Detroit, Herrera made the commitment to turn his life around, train, and start introducing positive energy into a world that is desperate for it. everyone told me I should fight MMA. I told her (Allen) well give it a shot and if it works well go all the way...and its been working, Herrera said with swagger. Allen was a pre-med-student at university of Southern florida before deciding to to turn her focus in a different direction, business management. Born in Pinckney, Mich., Allen moved to the Tampa Bay area when she was three. We visit all the time, I like to think of myself as having two homes. We have family in Howel, Farmington Hills, and Commerce, Allen said. The most interesting couple met, while working at Target: Everybody was hitting on her, I dont know how I did it, maybe luck, maybe God was on my side, maybe destiny, but I got her to go out with me, the 21-year-old said ecstatically. The 5-foot-5, 138 pound, native of Durate, Calif., was always athletic, but not always an athlete. I didnt play any sports, Ive always been athletic, I swam in middle school, Herrera said. After making the decision to pursue MMa, Herrera enlisted in fight camp:
Geane Herrera dominates opponent from above. Six weeks, at the gym everyday, Monday-Saturday, 5:00 - 8:30 a.m., working out three times a day, run for an hour, hour and a half, Herrera said. Despite the rigorous physical training nothing, compared to the challenge of improving himself as a person. I wasnt doing good with my life, the biggest challenge was leaving all of that behind, a reflective Herrera told Sportz Detroit Magazine in an intimate interview. With a positive mindset has come positive results for the young athlete. In my first amateur fight, in 2010, I won in the first round, 1:12, by submission, an arm bar, Herrera said. The 21-year-old is undefeated in two amateur and three professional fights, winning both amateur fights in the first round. My first pro fight got fight of the Night, it went all three rounds, it was a war. Im a light guy, we dont gas out like the bigger dudes. Its constant action, Herrera said. Excited to be on a path of good will, and fortune in human spirit, Herrera looks to conflicts abroad to channel his light. One thing I take very seriously is promoting awareness for a number of conflicts going on in africa. kONy (Invisible Children) is just one thing going on among many
conflicts. Its one piece of the puzzle, Herrera said. Herrera attributes much of his turnaround and success to his coach, Bill Banks: Hes my father, I love him, Herrera said. He always tells me to smile. Growing up without the blessing of a father figure, Herrera and banks forged a tremendous bond that uplifts him wherever his heart and hustle lead him. Hes always there for me, no matter what. It means everything to know he will drop whatever he is doing if I really need him, Herrera said. I wake up emotional, grateful. I know theres a reason behind everything, and I am blessed for the amazing people around me. Stayed tuned for La Pulgas next battle, July 27 with the undefeated Jared Crawford, as the main event and title fight for the florida State bantamweight Title! Kevin is not trained in martial arts but has a growing knowledge of the Force.
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By Kevin Alan Lamb aM to 2 pM. the event will benefit the Cipriano Family, who recently endured tremendous loss after their adopted son, Tucker, murdered his father, Bob, and left his mother, Rosemary, and brother, Sal, in critical condition. Hall of Fame Boxing Referee, Brian Garry, your third Man in the Ring is being flown in from his home in florida as the special guest-host for the event. Calling in will be special guests Pinklon Thomas, and former Lions great Howard Hopalong Cassady. Additional sport celebrities will in attendance, signing autographs, and taking pictures with attendees! Come out and win one of the many giveaway prizes, courtesy of Sportz Detroit magazine! Your local family needs you and what better way to show your support than in person, with a smile, and a great time for a better cause! Follow the magazine on Twitter (@ SportzDetroit)
ublisher of Sportz Detroit magazine, Frank Allen, Just an average Guy, makes his triumphant return to Sports Talk Radio with Breakfast In the Morning on WDFN 1130 The Fan. Originally born and raised in Northwest Detroit, Frank returns to the Detroit area after 27-years in Florida and North Carolina. Franks personality is unique, upbeat, fun-loving, and a positive-enforcing perspective on local sports. Frank will leave the as usual more serious sports talk commentary to the other WDFN Radio Personalities. Remember, Frank is Just An Average Guy like most listeners in the Detroit Area. Joining Frank will be Kevin Shaggy Lamb, sportswriter, farm animal, and Good Sign Man himself. kevin was born and raised in West Bloomfield, before pitching at the Division One level for High point university. Kevin talks music with your favorite Detroit sports-stars, and makes his
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Radio host Frank Allen, right, joins co-host Kevin Lamb, left, on June 2 for the debut of Breakfast in the Mroning on WDFN 1130 The Fan. home in Royal Oak, where you can often find him writing at the Rock on 3rd, his favorite local-watering hole.
Breakfast In the Morning will be broadcast live and on-site every Saturday from 11 AM to 1 PM, and will benefit a local worthy-charity seeking publicity and funds from attendingguests. A special sport-celebrity will join Frank and Kevin as a guesthost each week, in addition to local business-owners that help support the event and cause! Docs Sports Retreat in Livonia will host the premier of Breakfast In the Morning, Saturday, June 2, from 10
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SPiCE YoUR SPoRTS PARTY UP WiTh LiTTLE diAbLo SALSA

By Kevin Alan Lamb
SPORTS hEALTh FOOD EXCLUSIVE
WHERE TO gET SAlSA

Simply Fresh Market
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The Main Street cheese Market

Brighton, MI
The Wooden Spoon

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The Beverage cellar

Brighton, Mi
The Heart of Michigan

Howell, Mi
The great lakes Marketplace

Holly, Mi
Cap-N-Cork
Livonia, Mi Livonia, Mi
Joes Produce Dannys Fine Foods

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Westborn Market Market Fresh

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Clinton Township, Mi
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f youre savoring a spicy and authentic flavor-infused-salsa, then look no further than Little Diablo! Little Diablo Salsa is the culmination of foodies Doug and Stacys love and fascination of great tasting, all natural, whole-food-products that are certain to tantalize and tease your pallet! We do love our salsa, Stacy said with a smile. We start with only the freshest ingredients like vine ripened tomatoes, crisp onions, fresh basil, and vibrant peppers. Then we add a little bit of magic into each jar to offer a wide variety of the finest flavors to satisfy your salsa cravings. Little Diablo transcends the condiment category and emerges from the shelf as a multifaceted pantry staple, perfect for every occasion, so long as creativity hasnt
run dry. It is an underused condiment, Doug said. We are confident you will love our fresh from the garden taste. Made with no paste or chemicals, it eats like a fresh salsa. Whether you are firing up a vegetable omelet to impress a lady-friend, or simmering a delicious threecheese-chili for a Memorial Day cookout, Little Diablo Salsa has established a new standard for whole food salsa. More stores, more sales. Our goal is to get salsa on the shelves and salsa off the shelves, Doug offered as the motto and business model for their Michigan based company. Currently, Little Diablo Salsa is available at 12 retail
locations, and growing by the day! Little Diablo Salsa is sold in in Mild, Medium, Mild Garlic, Medium Chipotle, and Double Diablo hot. Not only do Doug and Stacy wish to share their authentic recipe with the world, the wonderful couple advocates for animal rights while working with English Springer Rescue America (ESRA). ESRA is a national referral and foster care purebred placement organization for English Springer Spaniels. It is our effort to increase public awareness and offer a voice for the voiceless, Stacy said. Look for a number of delightful and delicious food recipes on LittleDiabloSalsa.com. Kevin Alan Lamb dictator of diction & moral muse
sPorTs MeMoraBiLia saLe!

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Autographed jerseys: Mantle, Musial, rose, yzerman. Autographed baseball bats: T.Williams, Mantle, Musial, Mays, r.Jackson, ripken, Griffey, E. Mathews, B.robinson, MOrE! Framed pictures w/autographed cuts: ruth, Gehrig, Greenburg, Ott, B.Martin, H.Bauer, M.McGuire (Framed auto. picture), T.Williams (framed auto. picture 14x17). Autographed baseballs: Mantle, T.Williams, DiMaggio, n.ryan, W.Ford, Kellebrew, E.Banks, E.Murray, B.Bonds, B.Schembechler, P.rose, M.Schmidt, r.Clemons, J.Bench, W.Spahn, r.Jackson, F.robinson, J.Bunning, Freehan, Parrish, F.Thomas, B.robinson, yastremski, G.Brett, Gehringer, G.Perry, Kell, Kaline, r.Alomar, E.Mathews, Morgan, Palmer, Sosa, McGuire, Colavito, Trammell, Feller, Palmero, and MAny MOrE! Special autographed items: Mantle hat, Mantle spike, Griffey helmet, ripken helmet, r.Jackson helmet, r.Sandberg helmet, J.namath football, A.Carter football, complete set of 11 wine bottles (in individual wooden boxes) with etched faces of T.Williams 11 greatest hitters (ruth, Gehrig, Shoeless Joe, T.Williams, Ott, More!), Team 1 Olympic Basketball (Jordan, Bird, Malone, robinson, Magic, Mulline, Stockton, Ewing, Pippin entire team), Grand Hill FiLA BB shoes, 89/90 Pistons basketball, Pucks Howe, Shanahan, Federov, Lidstrom, Hasek, Osgood, Vernon, rocket richard, M.Schmidt hat, Palmer golf ball, Kaline Cooperstown auto #6 bear AnD MOrE! if seriously interested email: klamb@sportzdetroitmagazine.com
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Library SportS pub & GriLL iS hiGh quaLity aLL around

you may not notice the Library Sports pub & Grill when driving along Grand River, but you will notice the parking lot full of cars. Across from the newly renovated Marty Feldman Chevrolet, the Pub has been there going on 16 years and has certainly seen its fair share of competition come and go. An upscale sports eatery, as the owner Bob Barnett describes it, has always kept hospitality and quality as the recipe for success. The Library Sports Pub has been known as a great place to watch the game whether it be a football Saturday on a fall afternoon or a Red Wings Stanley Cup Game on a beautiful spring evening. Multiple televisions and big screen projection all showing a crisp, high definition picture are scattered throughout the pub. The Library Sports Pub is not you typical sports themed bar with just burgers (that are brought in fresh daily never frozen.) The wings are jumbo size compared to an unnamed competitor whose wings are one bite and done. The Cajun double baked wings are just some
of the best around and of course you can always rely on just plain or mild, hot, or blazin. Pastas. salads, sandwiches, or some of the specials like Friday nites sauteed lake perch are done with quality and value. Barnett also said that the establishment is known for its high-quality beer on tap and has been awarded by Anheuser-Busch as a master draft account. In other words, we do draft beer damn good!!! It is difficult to be all things to everyone, but the Library Sports Pub still seems to pull the majority of this off, particularly with the change in the smoking law. Bob has said that the Library Sports Pub has seen an increase in food sales vs. alchohol sales with more families attributing to that change. It has truly evolved into the family sports pub the Barnett brothers envisioned back in the mid 90s when they took over an existing Shields Pizzaria. Its been a great ride so far, Barnett said. And with the recent upgrades, he said that they hope to be a player in the sports pub market for another 15 years.
librarY sporTs pub & grill

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2. Who was known as The Mechanical Man?
4. Who was the MVP of the 1985 World Series?
1. Gehringer, Greenberg, Goslin 2. Charlie Gehringer 3. Al Kaline 4. Alan Trammell
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Daily Hours
Mon-Fri: 7am-7pm Sat: 8am-6pm Sun: 9am-4pm
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GROOMING
(Dogs & Cats) Our full service grooming includes a thorough brush out or shave, paws and nails trimmed, sanitary shaved, eyes and ears cleaned, prior to the bath and blow dry, re-brush and/or re-shave, followed by light hand scissoring (scissored styling additional charge), topped off with a scarf or bow. Playtime is included with any full groom.
DAYCARE
(Dogs Only) Doggy-Daycare at Lil Nells offers everyday convenience for you and your pet. You can drop off your pet to play anytime within our business hours. No appointment is required. The First Day of Daycare is always FREE for new customers.
SELF-SERVE PETWASH
This service simplifies the grooming process for both you and your pet. Our self-serve petwash is available every day within our hours. Service rate is $15 per pet. We provide everything you need to fully groom your pet; waist-high tubs, shampoo/conditioner, towels, brushes, and blow dryers. Walk-ins are welcome. Please arrive at least one hour before close.
we ask that you bring your pets up to date RABIES VACCINE information upon your first visit.
$5.00 off any FULL Service Grooming

new customers only. returning customers will receive free teeth
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Tips on proper care for your hunting dog

By Shannon Moore Hunting dogs are valuable to game hunters all over the world. They make great companions both at home and in the field. they make hunting a more enjoyable and convenient sport for everyone as well. Not only do hunters gain much by owning these dogs, but the dogs thouroughly enjoy their work. It give the dog a real sense of purpose, and the challenge helps them be better well-behaved dogs overall. These dogs live such a rigourous lifestyle; they require top quality care. Below are some tips on how to care for your hunting dog: be sure to keep up-to-date vaccinations. Hunting dogs are more susceptible to disease, particularly giardia and parvovirus due to continuous outdoor activity. Hunting dogs should be spayed or neutered to prevent wandering or attracting unwanted attention from other animals in the field. this will also help to keep the dogs focused on their job. Over 100,000 pets are killed in animal shelters each year due to pet overpopulation issues. Spaying and neutering is the most effective way to avoid contibuting to this problem. keep hunting dogs wellgroomed, especially long-haired dogs. Long-haired breeds provide a perfect habitat for mites, tics and fleas. Short hair on a hunting dog is a great preventative measure from unwanted critters. Find a good, reliable groomer to keep dogs hair and nails in good shape. a balanced diet high in protein is essential to provide hunting dogs the energy they need in the field. HyDRate, HyDRate, HyDRATE! Be sure to provide fresh drinking water at all times especially in the field. Dehydration is common among hunting dogs. Make sure your dog has current ID tags with contact information. A GpS collar is a good safeguard as well from your dog getting lost in the field. be sure that your hunting dog is well trained and will obey simple return commands. Consider some sort of foot protection if you know your dog will be encountering rough terrain. These can be found at most retail hunting stores. Carry a first-aid kit while in the field complete with bandages, antibiotic ointments and a variety of tools that may be necessary for prying out a thorn or splinter. If your dog is going to be kept outside for any length of time, be sure to provide a clean, warm, dry, and safe place for escape from the elements. finally, be humane, Never leave your dog 100% of the time especially not chained or in a pen, alone. This kind of isolation can cause the dog to become bored and aggressive traits not desireable for a hunting companion or pet. Dogs are pack animals; they need to be with their pack even a human pack. Caring for a dog is not easy, but it is simple. A happy, healthy dog makes a great companion. Follow these simple guidelines to ensure you and your dogs have a great relationship. Happy hunting!
Go, Dog, Go
Adopt me! Precious pets looking for your love!!!
ArIAl is a darling hound mix dog! She is over the top SWEET! A big cuddly 1-1/2-year-old girl! She would rather be in the house with her people, than outdoors. Arial is spayed and current on all vaccines and heartworm preventative.
Chamois (SHAMMY) is a darling, playful Sheltie mix puppy. We think she is mostly deaf, and has limited sight, so will need a home that is willing to work with her on this. She loves other dogs and would benefit from having another dog. Chamois is spayed and current on vaccines and heartworm preventative. CHAMOIS rEQUIrES A FENCED YArD. NO EXCEPTIONS.
HEXTEr is a sweet little Shih-Tzu. He is a little older at 10, but still has lots of spunk, and lots of love to give! Hexter is neutered and current on vaccines and heartworm preventative.
GIDGET is a sweet and energetic Terrier mix. We think she is about 8 months old. She arrived at the shelter with a badly broken rear leg which has since had surgery. She is all healed, spayed and ready to go. There are special requirements for her adoption.
ErNEST is a medium sized Beagle, Foxhound mix. He just loves to play, and run and have lots of fun! Ernest is neutered and current on vaccines and heartworm preventative.
Call Michigan Animal Rescue League 790 Featherstone, Pontiac, MI 248.335.9290 www.MichiganAnimalRescueLeague.org Open Tuesday through Saturday 10:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Dogs, cats, puppies and kittens Always looking for volunteers: dog walking, fostering, cat care program and more. Volunteers can email: marlvolunteers@aol.com
(All of our adoptable pets are sterilized and current on all vaccines and heartworm preventative.)
WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT! WILL YOU PLEASE HELP US!
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The place to watch the detroit Tigers!

over 100 TVs to watch your favorite teams! Wings, burgers, Steaks and Sandwiches Large Parties Available and Catering
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Buy any entree at regular price, get second entree of equal or lesser value FREE with purchase of two drinks!
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HELIO CASTRONEVES BURNS UP THE TRACK Pages 18-19

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Theyve Got Game: Top Sports Moments Honored

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Tigers new addition Prince Fielder goes deep in Spring Training.

Interview: Prince of Motown

Fielder extends to complete the back end of the double play.

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Austin Jackson looks for repeat of his rookie season

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Tigers Not What Advertised So Far, At Least

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Young gun Porcello expected to be a difference maker

Hard-rocker Coke delivers with game on the line

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Detroit Tigers ... 2012 champs?

new quarter pages or 1/2 page since we killed Andrews ???

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2012 DETROIT TIgERS PROMOTIONAl ScHEDUlE:

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