151 36 The Olde English Ds's Blog Thread rmayer78 Corner Infielders [Reply to #36] 3/22/06, 2:15pm 17 hits in 32 at bats, 3 HR's an OB% of .595 and slugging 1.000! And he's proven that he can put up some decent numbers if he gets the time and can stay healthy in the big leagues. A rookie season with 15 HR 58 RBI's a .309 BA and .362 OBP in just 74 games. I know it's only preseason and long past season numbers but those are some pretty good numbers to be ignored. So, where does Phelps fit in the mix? While I agree that Shelton is the man at first and Inge will start at third with Infante filling in every once in a while and Young will probably end up backing up first and an outfield position while batting a lot at DH isn't there still room for Phelps! At least to give him a chance, especially if Pena goes. Will Phelps be competing with Thames for a final roster spot? As far as Inge goes I have high expectations for him both fielding and hitting wise. He'll be getting some great hitting opportunities with the lineup that'll be batting in front of him. I wouldn't be surprised if he hit 20 out and had 85 RBI's. Defensively he should be a lot more consistent also especially as the season goes on. The Tigers should be able to get something for Pena, he makes some amazing defensive plays at first and can crush the ball and gets walks. Hopefully, he's able to put it all together somewhere sometime. I'd like to see Dmitri put together a great first half of the season and then get traded. I like him and all but I think the Tigers will need a more specialized bench player for a late season playoff push. Someone like Logan to come in and steal a base late in the game or to wreak havoc with a bunt. That way Logan can get some quality playing time in Toledo for at least half the season but his speed will be a huge asset if they are in the hunt for a playoff position. Will the Tigers opt to make a trade for a veteran backup infielder instead of riding Infante? [rmayer78 from Livonia/MI] Replies: 38