DETROIT -- Ian Kinsler came in at the tail end of the Tigers' dynasty atop the American League Central after he established himself in Texas. He never got to see a Tigers postseason victory, and he ended his tenure at the beginning of a long-term rebuild. But with an All-Star selection, a Gold Glove and a Wilson Defensive Player of the Year honor, he made a major impact in four seasons on the Tigers.
And as his thank-you post on Instagram to Tigers fans, players and coaches reflects, Detroit made a major impact on him:
"To all my teammates and coaches, it's a special relationship spending a summer battling everyday together.