LAKELAND, Fla. The Tigers released designated hitter Gary Sheffield this morning, a startling development since the team had already guaranteed him $14 million this season. It's the second-highest amount owed to a released player in club history, behind Damion Easley's $14.3 million in 2003.
Youre going to pay him, one way or the other, said club president/general manager Dave Dombrowski.
The decision is surprising from a historical perspective, because Sheffields next home run will be the 500th of his career.
Good decision by the Tigers
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