On Monday afternoon, the Detroit Tigers held a press conference to officially introduce LHP Eduardo Rodriguez as a member of their Major League roster.
Here are some of the highlights from the presser.
— Evan Petzold (@EvanPetzold) November 22, 2021
Al Avila says he and A.J. Hinch have been doing a lot of traveling "coast to coast" lately recruiting players.
"No pictures," Hinch said.
— Cody Stavenhagen (@CodyStavenhagen) November 22, 2021
Eduardo Rodriguez thanks Christopher Ilitch, Al Avila and AJ Hinch for the opportunity.
"They're hungry to win a championship. That's what I want to be a part of." #Tigers
— Evan Petzold (@EvanPetzold) November 22, 2021
Eduardo Rodriguez: "This is one of the best days of my life, to have this kind of contract and this kind of welcome with all you guys here."
— Cody Stavenhagen (@CodyStavenhagen) November 22, 2021
Eduardo Rodriguez says history, fans and Miguel Cabrera were big parts of what led him to Detroit. Said he talked with Miggy a lot about the organization.
— Cody Stavenhagen (@CodyStavenhagen) November 22, 2021
A.J. Hinch: "For us, Eduardo is a huge addition to our rotation … It's because he's a winner. The bottom line is he's a winner."
Hinch also said he thinks the Tigers can "unlock a few things" and help make Rodriguez even better.
— Cody Stavenhagen (@CodyStavenhagen) November 22, 2021
