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Akil Baddoo: Full MLB season's return offers surprise storylines
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Akil Baddoo has to earn his playing time with the 2023 Detroit Tigers
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In year two, Tigers' Baddoo looks ready to settle into the leadoff
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Is a thrilling rookie season just the beginning for Akil Baddoo
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Detroit Tigers: Akil Baddoo is in the race for AL Rookie of the Year
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Akil Baddoo: Tigers rookie homers in first MLB at-bat, parents
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Akil Baddoo returning to form and helping Detroit Tigers win
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How Detroit Tigers' Akil Baddoo rebounded from 'embarrassing' play
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AMAZING STORY CONTINUES! Rookie Akil Baddoo hits walk-off
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Who's left for Tigers on depleted MLB free-agent market?
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Should you pick up Detroit Tigers' Akil Baddoo for your fantasy
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Imagining what 2022 Detroit Tigers lineup could look like with