Maybe this rebuilding thing isn’t so bad after all. Or, at least it’s more fun than expected.
Look no further than Jeimer Candelario for proof. Although he’s currently battling wrist issues that have kept him out of a few games and might eventually require surgery, the third baseman has been one of the team’s most fun players to watch already this season.
He’s arguably been the most effective as the Tigers approach the 40-game mark, as well.
As of Monday, he’s the team’s leader in WAR — wins above replacement, with 1.