Tigers bid Nate Robertson farewell; Red Wings hang on to win
“It’s a blessing making this team,” Willis said. “God is good, and that is all I can say. Everybody’s happy for me, and that means a lot.
“It’s good to break camp with the team. This club is going to do a lot of damage, and I plan on contributing. I believe in my stuff, and the guys behind me.”
The Tigers received minor leaguer relief pitcher Jay Voss from the Marlins in exchange for Robertson, who was 51-69 with Detroit.
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