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Tigers' heartfelt sendoff reportedly left Justin Verlander 'totally blindsided'
Original: How Hinch, Tigers 'totally blindsided' Verlander with a perfect sendoff
Detroit Tigers manager AJ Hinch and the organization arranged a surprise sendoff for pitcher Justin Verlander, a gesture that reportedly left the veteran 'totally blindsided'. Details of the moment are circulating among baseball outlets and fans, who are praising the club for honoring the former Detroit ace as he continues his career elsewhere.
Why now: Verlander is a beloved former Tigers star, so a warm farewell gesture from Hinch and the club is drawing attention from baseball fans.
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