THE FAILED SEARCH FOR JACK MORRIS’ SUCCESSOR AND DETROIT’S LOST ERA OF PITCHING DEVELOPMENT: PART 1: GREG GOHR
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✍️ The article discusses the Detroit Tigers' struggles to develop pitching talent in the post-1984 era, specifically highlighting the case of Greg Gohr, a first-round pick who failed to become a frontline starter.
👉 The Tigers spent the 1980s drafting arms to replace Morris, but none developed into a dependable starter. 👉 Greg Gohr was a highly touted prospect with a strong fastball and competitive makeup, but he struggled with command and injuries. 👉 The Tigers' pitching development infrastructure was lacking, with a roving minor league pitching coach and no individualized plans for pitchers. 👉 The organization's failure to develop pitching talent was a systemic issue that affected multiple players, including Gohr, Kevin Ritz, Scott Aldred, and Steve Searcy. 👉 The Tigers eventually changed their approach to pitching development, which led to the success of Justin Verlander and others.
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