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Twins rally for 3-2 victory over Baddoo, Tigers

Jorge Polanco hit a two-run double in the sixth inning and the Minnesota Twins held off Akil Baddoo and the Detroit Tigers 3-2

APRIL 7, 2021 • Associated Press

Batting third again Castro will start at shortstop and bat third Monday against the Twins.

Impact Castro has slotted into the three hole in each of the Tigers' four games to date. The early returns haven't been especially impressive (2-for-12 with a triple and a walk), but Castro should get at least a few more opportunities in the heart of the batting order before manager A.J. Hinch contemplates a change. Even if he ultimately drops down in the order, Castro still appears to have a full-time role on lock.

APRIL 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Teheran wins in Detroit debut, Tigers beat Indians 5-2

Julio Teheran pitched through trouble in his Detroit debut, and the Tigers beat the Cleveland Indians 5-2

APRIL 3, 2021 • Associated Press

Castro sees 1st opener against old team DETROIT -- Willi Castro’s long-awaited first Opening Day in the Majors came against the team that traded him to Detroit three years ago. He...

APRIL 1, 2021 • MLB.COM

Two more hits Tuesday Castro went 2-for-3 with a triple and an RBI in Tuesday's Grapefruit League game against the Yankees.

Impact Castro has had a great spring, and he's now batting an even .300 with three home runs and 10 RBI. The young shortstop could be primed for a breakout season after slashing .349/.381/.550 across 36 games last year.

MARCH 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Padres star Tatis has shoulder problem, to be re-evaluated

The flash and dash of Fernando Tatis Jr. came to a sudden halt Tuesday when the star San Diego Padres shortstop slowly walked off the field after making an awkward throw in an exhi...

MARCH 24, 2021 • Associated Press

Tigers shortstop Willi Castro on 'aggressive' approach in leadoff spot Chris McCosky talks to shortstop Willi Castro on Tuesday morning about switch-hitting in AJ Hinch's lineup.

MARCH 16, 2021 • DETROITNEWS.COM

Remains hot Castro went 1-for-2 with a three-run home run in Tuesday's Grapefruit League game against the Yankees.

Impact Castro is off to a great start this spring with a .429/.467/1.214 (yes, that's his slugging percentage) slash line and three home runs through six games. He won't stay this hot all season, but the 23-year-old is coming off of a .349/.381/.550 line last year, so a breakout campaign could be ahead.

MARCH 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Now in Chisox 'pen, Kopech makes debut after 2020 opt-out

Michael Kopech is getting used to his new relief role with the Chicago White Sox

MARCH 10, 2021 • Associated Press

Detroit Tigers SS Willi Castro explains his three-run HR vs. Yankees Detroit Tigers shortstop Willi Castro talks Tuesday, March 9, 2021, after hitting a three-run homer against the New York Yankees in spring t...

MARCH 9, 2021 • FREEP.COM

Yanks' Britton needs surgery to remove elbow bone chip

New York Yankees left-hander Zack Britton needs surgery to remove a bone chip from his pitching elbow and seems certain to miss the start of the season

MARCH 9, 2021 • Associated Press

Detroit Tigers: Willi Castro gunning for starting shortstop job Detroit Tigers prospect infielder Willi Castro is gunning for the starting shortstop job. As Spring Training continues down in Lakeland, Cas...

MARCH 6, 2021 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Blasts second spring homer Castro went 2-for-2 with a double, a solo home run and three RBI in Tuesday's Cactus League game against the Pirates.

Impact The Tigers have played three Cactus League games, and Castro has already homered twice. He ceded the leadoff spot to Robbie Grossman in this one, but the young shortstop should bat somewhere near the top of the order this season. After slashing an impressive .349/.381/.550 last season, Castro could be ready for a breakout during the longer 2021 campaign.

MARCH 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Twins newcomer Happ back on mound after positive virus test

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MARCH 2, 2021 • Associated Press

Spring games begin with fans, new faces, moment for Mancini

All over spring training, baseball enjoyed a bevy of reassuring signs Sunday on the opening day of Grapefruit and Cactus league play

FEBRUARY 28, 2021 • Associated Press

Homers in spring debut Castro went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and two RBI in Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Phillies.

Impact Castro led off for the Tigers, and the young shortstop started the scoring with a first-inning blast against former teammate Ivan Nova. After batting .349 in 2020, Castro is a candidate to start the season as Detroit's primary leadoff hitter, especially if he has a strong spring showing.

FEBRUARY 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Candidate to lead off Castro is a candidate to bat leadoff this season, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports.

Impact Castro batted .349 with a .381 on-base percentage during the shortened 2020 campaign, though his success was fueled by an atypically high .448 BABIP. The team might not put the pressure of leading off onto the 23-year-old's shoulders right out of the gate, and veteran Robbie Grossman is an option for the top spot to start the regular season. However, a hot start by Castro could force manager A.J. Hinch's hand.

FEBRUARY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Willi Castro breaks down how he will improve defensively for Detroit Tigers Detroit Tigers shortstop Willi Castro checks in Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021, from spring training in Lakeland, Florida.

FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • FREEP.COM

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FEBRUARY 22, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM

Detroit Tigers: Willi Castro Set to Battle for the Starting Shortstop Position Willi Castro, the 22 year-old from Puerto Rico who the Detroit Tigers picked up from Cleveland for Leonys Martin, only played in 36 games i...

FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • MOTORCITYBENGALS.COM

Frontrunner for time at short Castro (shoulder) will likely serve as the Tigers' regular shortstop with Niko Goodrum taking on a utility role, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.

Impact Castro started 26 games at shortstop in 2020 while Goodrum started 30, but the former was the superior offensive player with a .931 OPS compared to .598 for Goodrum. The 23-year-old Castro, who dealt with right shoulder soreness at the end of last year but should be good to go at the start of this season, seems to be the type of young player the Tigers would like to build around at the position. Goodrum, meanwhile, has the ability to play multiple positions, so it would make sense if he served in more of a utility role.

FEBRUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Detroit Tigers' Willi Castro hasn't heard if he will play shortstop in 2021 Detroit Tigers infielder Willi Castro played 27 of his 36 games last season at shortstop, but he isn't sure if he'll stay at the position in...

DECEMBER 3, 2020 • FREEP.COM

Resting shoulder, Castro preps for '21 season Willi Castro called it “really, really cool” to finish fourth in American League Rookie of the Year Award voting last month, considering the...

DECEMBER 2, 2020 • MLB.COM

Resting shoulder, Castro preps for '21 season Willi Castro called it “really, really cool” to finish fourth in American League Rookie of the Year Award voting last month, considering the...

DECEMBER 2, 2020 • MLB.COM

Testing throwing arm Castro (shoulder) is feeling good and testing his throwing arm Wednesday, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports.

Impact Castro was placed on the 10-day injured list with right shoulder soreness at the end of the 2020 season, but he said Wednesday that he's "feeling good" following a period of rest and rehab. More clarity on his status should be gleaned from how his arm responds to his workout Wednesday, but the 23-year-old appears to be on the right track in his recovery.

DECEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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