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Before his pro debut, Tigers prospect Spencer Torkelson reflects on a spring full of lessons - The Athletic
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Spencer Torkelson's defense shines in Major League debut
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Tigers' Spencer Torkelson is taking off
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Why Detroit Tigers drafted Spencer Torkelson as a third baseman
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What Detroit Tigers prospect Spencer Torkelson taught us in his debut
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What Detroit Tigers prospect Spencer Torkelson taught us in his debut
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Spencer Torkelson: Navigating the challenges of the big leagues
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Spencer Torkelson Homers Twice, Detroit Tigers Down Texas Rangers in Series Finale - Sports Illustrated Texas Rangers News, Analysis and More
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Detroit Tigers' Spencer Torkelson looks forward to MLB debut in 2022
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Spencer Torkelson to play first base when he arrives
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Spencer Torkelson's defense shines in Major League debut
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Detroit Tigers, Spencer Torkelson and the secret behind his electrifying swing