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Sharp: Do right thing, Tigers; fire Ausmus now

Why wait, Mike Ilitch?

What's the point in furthering the torment if the decision has been made that Brad Ausmus won't return as the Detroit Tigers' manager in 2016? Just drop the guillotine now.

It would be more merciful.

The Free Press learned late Thursday night of ownership's plans to make a change. It certainly wasn't stunning news, considering the Tigers' free fall from wild-card contender a month ago to division basement dweller.

The Ilitches understandably are mad, considering the family treasure invested in one of the game's highest payrolls. They pay the bills; they can do whatever they wish.