PT TOMORROW: AL Central—Navarro nudging toward Detroit
Aug 9 2017
Derrick Boyd concludes in the August 7 Facts / Flukes that Miguel Cabrera's (1B, DET) results have likely been a fluke. Cabrera has also been bothered by numerous ailments that may be affecting his swing mechanics and timing. With the Tigers out of contention, the team could choose to rest him often over the balance of the season.
Triple-A Toledo's Efren Navarro, Jr., (1B, DET; pictured above) has emerged from a two-month slumber (.234 BA in 197 AB between May and June) to a return to respectability. Since July 1, he has batted .328 with four HR on an 80% ct% and 10% bb%. Navarro's not known as a power hitter, but his current 10 HR overall (399 AB) represents his first venture into double-digits since 2011 (12 in 492 AB...
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From PT Tomorrow
If the Pirates move a starting pitcher, Chandler could get a shot to make his MLB debut.
Jul 26 2025 3:04am
Cade Smith could jump into a 9th inning role if Clase is traded, and more from around the division.
Jul 25 2025 3:05am
Jul 25 2025 3:05am
With Denzel Clarke hitting the IL, the A's have a new opening in the outfield and a few options to fill it.
Jul 24 2025 3:05am
Jul 24 2025 3:05am
As Shane McClanahan's health is in question and both innings limitations and trade rumors are creating uncertainty in the Rays' rotation, will Joe Boyle finally have a clear runway to a rotation spot?
Jul 23 2025 3:05am
Jul 23 2025 3:05am
Will the Phillies dip into their farm to pay for sorely-needed short-term improvements to their bullpen? Plus: Alvarez at NYM; Alcantara in MIA; trading chips in WAS & ATL; more.
Jul 21 2025 3:06am
Jul 21 2025 3:06am
