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McCosky: Tigers would be wise not to bail on McCann this offseason

The latest edition of the Tigers Show features fallout from the trade deadline and the Hall of Fame ceremony. The Detroit News

Detroit — It’s a suffering business, baseball.

As a young catcher, the first thing you are told is that defense, controlling a game and handling pitchers is priority one. Whatever offense you can give will be considered a bonus. That sentiment is ingrained in every catcher’s head from rookie ball on up.

And yet, here’s James McCann. He’s in his fourth full season in the big leagues.