Manager Ron Gardenhire knew the Detroit Tigers could compete for a spot in the playoffs. He said so in spring training. And in summer camp this July. And throughout the unconventional 60-game schedule.
But he always needed Jeimer Candelario.
"The biggest thing for me in this offense and our lineup is that Candy has a good year," Gardenhire said July 24, after the first game of the year. "He needs to step up and get it done."
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