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Tigers' Hinch blindsided Verlander with perfect sendoff
Original: How Hinch, Tigers 'totally blindsided' Verlander with a perfect sendoff
Detroit Tigers manager AJ Hinch gave Justin Verlander a sendoff that the star pitcher says left him 'totally blindsided.' The moment, covered by MLB.com, is being described as a perfect tribute for the future Hall of Famer, whose career is closely tied to his years in Detroit. Fans and commentators are praising the club's gesture toward one of its all-time greats.
Why now: A heartfelt tribute to Justin Verlander from the Tigers and AJ Hinch is drawing emotional reactions from baseball fans.
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