The Big Three in Centerfield

by Ian Casselberry on Apr 10, 2009 11:40 AM EDT in Detroit Tigers News

I wanted to ask if anyone who might have snapped a photo of the automaker logos in centerfield while at today's home opener could post it in the FanPosts or send it over, but the Tigers' official website provided a first glimpse earlier this week.

With all the trouble that General Motors has been having and rumblings of the company giving up their suites at Comerica Park, I've been curious about what would happen to the giant GM sign across the centerfield fountains. And I think the solution Mike Ilitch came up with is a great show of support for the industry that gives Detroit its identity.

The Big Three have been punching bags around the country for months now, and I think it's great that Ilitch and the Tigers are planting a flag and taking a stand. To me, it's even more impressive, considering he turned down other offers to take over that space and is basically donating it when most everyone around baseball seems to think the Tigers are on the verge of financial ruin.

I just felt the need to say something on this. We now return you to your regularly scheduled Detroit Tigers blog and Opening Day coverage.

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Nice gesture

Now, as I sit here watching one of the pre-shows listening to the other contestants sing April In The D, I’ve heard 3 other versions that I like better than the current one. Some of them are awful because the person/persons can’t sing but there are several others that were certainly acceptable. Whoever picked that godawful song have no taste or ear for music. imo, of course. The sun is shining a little bit and I’m 2 hours west of Detroit. Hoping it’s headed that way. Go Tigers!

by densogirl on Apr 10, 2009 11:46 AM EDT reply actions

Rockers, metal, hip hop all better than the current version. I just can’t believe were stuck with listening to the version they deemed the “best”. UGH!!!

by densogirl on Apr 10, 2009 11:52 AM EDT up reply actions

Awful!

It was bad enough having last year’s song stuck in my head the entire year – now this song will be the one!

ballgirl13

by ballgirl13 on Apr 10, 2009 4:31 PM EDT up reply actions

Muting the TV

Being from AZ all I can do is watch the games on TV. Already through the 2nd game I have learned to mute the tv when it goes to commercial because that stupid song comes on every time. It’s embarrassing. I am very proud to be a Detroit sports fan but my wife laughs at me because I want to puke every time I see that commercial. I love this time of year with the Tigers starting, Pistons and Wings playoff runs, and the NFL draft but this song makes me wish that it was May already so I didn’t have to hear it anymore.

by qbdoyle1 on Apr 10, 2009 12:05 PM EDT reply actions

I'm still wondering...

How the Good Luck Joes were received today, performing before the game. If anyone was in the crowd for their performance, let us know how that went.

Bless You Boys

by Ian Casselberry on Apr 10, 2009 12:21 PM EDT reply actions

Love to see that out of Detroit

Motown String Music

by Packey on Apr 10, 2009 1:30 PM EDT reply actions

nice to see someone commenting on the picture instead of the April in the D song. Love the new blog btw, keep it up.

by handsomerob1 on Apr 10, 2009 3:13 PM EDT up reply actions

Sorry

if it offended you. If you live in MI the news came out yesterday about Mr. Ilitch and his philanthropic generosity. It’s not like I was ignoring it, just already knew about it. It is very special for all Detroiters and Michigan in general because it affects so many of us and/or our families.

by densogirl on Apr 10, 2009 4:14 PM EDT up reply actions

Pic.....

Ian Casselberry
I dunno if you still want a pic.. I have an ok one (and a load of others) from Opening Day here… there are better resolution ones on flickr – follow the links on the pics.

Never say never!
http://motorfamilymotorcity.blogspot.com/

by motorfamilymotorcity on Apr 12, 2009 8:10 PM EDT reply actions