Tom Gage in the Detroit News details more of Jim Leyland's direct approach. This time, the issue was Pudge Rodriguez's spot in the batting order.It will be eighth.
He also reported closer Todd Jones will start the team's exhibition game against Florida Southern. He will come out after one inning. Jeremy Bonderman will start the true exhibition opener Wednesday against the Mets.
The Free Press reported Matt Mantei's comeback attempt is going as well as could be hoped. If Mantei, 34, can even reach 85% of his former self, it might be a help to the bullpen. He was 5-4 with 29 saves and 2.62 ERA in 2003 -- his last full season. He was regarded highly enough to be traded for three players -- including Brad Penny -- in 1999. This is his second time around the comeback trail with the Tigs. We'll keep our fingers crossed.
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