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Detroit Tigers' signing of Matt Moore not exciting, but still sensible

A quick primer on left-handed pitcher Matt Moore, whom the Detroit Tigers agreed to a one-year deal with in late November. Kirkland Crawford, Detroit Free Press

It wasn't a flashy or exciting signing. It didn't even merit more than a quick mention on the MLB Network, and it certainly won't boost the Detroit Tigers' attendance next season.

Matt Moore is 29 years old and coming off a season in which he posted an ERA approaching 7.00. His stats suggest he was below replacement-level last season, and the scouting consensus agrees with that “not very good” analysis.