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Detroit Tigers: Predicting the Opening Day Roster for 2017

By Matt Snyder

Apr 8, 2016; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Tigers manager Brad Ausmus (7) is introduced prior to the game against the New York Yankees at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 8, 2016; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Tigers manager Brad Ausmus (7) is introduced prior to the game against the New York Yankees at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 27, 2016; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera (24) receives congratulations from designated hitter Victor Martinez (41) after he hits a three run home run in the second inning against the Cleveland Indians at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports /

Returning Starting Position Players

The Tigers will return the entire starting nine from 2016. Lineups next season will likely look very similar to the ones we saw this year.

Catcher: James McCann

First Base: Miguel Cabrera

Second Base: Ian Kinsler

Shortstop: Jose Iglesias

Third Base: Nick Castellanos

Left Field: Justin Upton

Center Field: Cameron Maybin

Right Field: J.D. Martinez

Designated Hitter: Victor Martinez

The only (partial) question mark here is Cameron Maybin, who has a team option in his contract for 2017. The Tigers should pick up the $9 million option with no qualms after his very good 2016 season.

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