Days of Roar!

Overview

A photo-driven account of the once and future champion Detroit Tigers

The defending American League champions and favorites to repeat in 2013, the Detroit Tigers are forging a dynasty, and this book chronicles the recent past and looks to the team’s promising future. From Miguel Cabrera capturing baseball’s first Triple Crown since 1967 on the final day of the season to Justin Verlander’s historic 2011 MVP Award and Mike Ilitch’s blockbuster signing of Prince Fielder, it includes the dramatic roller coaster of a season that led to the American League Central title, the Game 5 shutout against Oakland in the ALDS, a sweep of the hated Yankees and another World Series berth. Also featuring an exclusive preview of the 2013 Tigers—including recently signed outfielder Torii Hunter—Days of Roar! commemorates the Tigers’ rise with a full-color book filled with hundreds of photos and winning memories that is sure to be an essential part of any fan’s collection.

Author Biography

The Detroit Free Press is the largest daily newspaper in Michigan, with a daily circulation of more than 200,000 copies. Founded in 1831, the newspaper has won nine Pulitzer Prizes. They are based in Detroit, Michigan.