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2018 Detroit Tigers: Scout's opinion on every player on the roster

The Detroit Tigers get ready for their exhibition game against the New York Yankees with some batting practice and grounders on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2018, in Tampa, Fla.

With Opening Day approaching fast, Free Press sports writer Anthony Fenech breaks down the Detroit Tigers' roster with the help of a pro scout:

Rotation

LHP Matthew Boyd

Age: 27

Vitals: 6-3, 215 pounds

Contract: Under team control through 2021

Key stats: 6-11, 5.27 ERA

Scout’s take: He competes his ass off with very fringy stuff and has learned to survive with what he’s got, if that makes any sense.