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Tigers LIVE Postgame 4.13.21: Akil Baddoo
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Detroit Tigers Rule 5 Pick: Outfielder Akil Baddoo
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Akil Baddoo became a Tigers rookie sensation. Now, he's trying to sustain a dream - The Athletic
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Tigers LIVE 5.25.23: Akil Baddoo
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Tigers LIVE Postgame 4.13.21: Akil Baddoo
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Scout's notes, improbable timing, delivered Akil Baddoo to Tigers
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To understand Akil Baddoo's play, you must first know his heart - The Athletic
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Tigers rookie Akil Baddoo hits homer on first MLB pitch, then makes franchise history in second game
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Tigers LIVE Postgame 4.13.21: Akil Baddoo
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To understand Akil Baddoo's play, you must first know his heart - The Athletic
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Akil Baddoo, Parker Meadows homers spark four-run eighth as the Tigers beat the Royals 6-3
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Tigers Talk: The magic of Akil Baddoo (and more thoughts from Opening Weekend) - The Athletic
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To understand Akil Baddoo's play, you must first know his heart - The Athletic