The Connecticut Tigers (short season A; NY-Penn League) and the Detroit Tigers have extended their player-development contract (PDC) through the 2018 season. “We are extremely excited to be able to continue to be a part of the Detroit Tigers family,” said Connecticut Tigers Vice President and General Manager Eric Knighton. “To be able to extend […]
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Personnel moves in Augusta, Connecticut
Some team moves to report: Tom Denlinger is the new GM of the Augusta GreenJackets (Low Class A; Sally League), and the Connecticut Tigers (short season A; NY-Penn League) announced several promotions. Denlinger comes to the GreenJackets from the Richmond Flying Squirrels (Class AA; Eastern League). Next season will mark Denlinger’s 13th season in minor […]
Weber stepping down as C-Tigers GM
Andrew Weber, who oversaw the move of the Connecticut Tigers (short season A; NY-Penn League) from Oneonta to Norwich, is stepping down as the team’s GM. Current vice president of operations, C.J. Knudsen, will replace Weber as vice president and general manager. Eric Knighton will be promoted to vice president and assistant general manager. “Andrew […]