Didn't Pudge come from Florida? Has he caught DonW.?

I believe he did catch him when they won the world series.

We need Pudge because of his ability to draw walks.

He's also needed for his HR power and base stealing abilities.

Regardless of his inability to draw walks, he is still a good defensive catcher with a strong arm. And he can still hit .270 or above most likely. And he's a team leader who has been through the battles, i.e., actually won a World Series. He brings a lot of intangibles.

Ivan Rodriguez Statistics - Baseball-Reference.com

Rodriquez also handles pitching staffs very well, and call a great game behind the plate. He's especially good with young pitchers.

Pudge is also bi-lingual which I am sure comes in handy in the locker room.

The Tigers just signed Nate Robertson to a 3 year, $21 million contract. That effectively solidifies a rotation of Verlander, Bonderman, Willis, Rogers and Robertson.

Tigers sign Robertson for three years

Four out of the five (the exception being Kenny) are now signed through at least 2010.

Is that a good thing? I guess we'll have to wait and see. (Becomes my favorite saying as of late)