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Detroit Tigers fire Al Avila as VP & General Manager

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Avila spent over two decades with the team, first starting as an Assistant GM.

After spending over 20 years with the Detriot Tigers, Al Avila has been fired during a tumultuous season. He began his time with the team as an Assistant General Manager.

Originally born in Cuba, he was the only General Manager of Latin American descent in Major League Baseball and one of just four people of color leading a front office.

During his tenure, the Tigers finished in last place in the AL Central Division four times and are well on their way to the same fate this season.

Avila commented: “To Tigers fans, you're the best and you deserve a winner.

“I wish the results could have been better this season but know there is a lot to look forward to in the coming years.”

During a press conference, Owner Chris Ilitch stated: “Our progress certainly stalled this season.

“All of us -- the players, front office, and many of you (reporters) -- had high expectations and excitement for the season. Unfortunately, we did not see progress this season at the major league level. Big reason why I decided it's time to make a change.”

Back in 2017, the Tigers traded SP Justin Verlander and All-Star outfielder J.D. Martinez, a move in which Ilitch took no credit for.

Ilitch said: “I didn't trade those players away. Our general manager did. Al did.”

The deflection of blame could be a problem going forward but for now, Sam Menzin will take over the day-to-day operations of the team.

Tigers manager A.J. Hinch will work with Menzin for the rest of the year but isn’t interested in becoming the team's GM.

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