5 X-Factors For The Detroit Tigers Season Going Into 2015

As the 2015 MLB Season creeps closer and Spring Training continues on this Detroit Tigers squad is full of question marks. Whether it be about the bullpen or starting rotation Tigers fans may not feel too confident about this year’s squad.

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With a revamped AL Central, the competition looks tough as the Tigers aim for their 5th straight division crown. They are going to need as much help as they can get from its full 25-man roster.

A lot went right for the Tigers in 2014. Whether it was a breakout season from J.D. Martinez or Victor Martinez having a career-year unexpectedly that team had their moments.

Except for all the good there were plenty of bads from Justin Verlander’s ineffectiveness to Jose Iglesias missing the entire year due to shin injuries.

For this article it’ll be 5 X-Factors for this Detroit Tigers squad. From the backup catcher to the ace of the staff every Tiger will have to play their part to achieve the goal of a World Series.

So without further ado, here we go:

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