Current:Home > StocksMiguel Cabrera gets emotional sendoff from Detroit Tigers in final career game -Capitatum
Miguel Cabrera gets emotional sendoff from Detroit Tigers in final career game
PredictIQ View
Date:2025-04-07 01:39:46
What an end to a Hall of Fame career for Miguel Cabrera.
After 21 seasons, one World Series ring, two MVP awards and a Triple Crown, the Venezuelan native played the final game of his illustrious career Sunday as the Detroit Tigers hosted the Cleveland Guardians. There were no playoff implications between the two American League Central teams, but it didn't take away from what was a magical day at Comerica Park.
Cabrera's family was in attendance and from the pregame ceremonies to the end of the game, the Tigers legend had some memorable moments in game 2,797. Here are the highlights from Miggy's final game.
Kids introduced Miguel Cabrera
For his first at-bat of the game, Cabrera got a special introduction to the plate.
FOLLOW THE MONEY: MLB player salaries and payrolls for every major league team
As Cabrera walked up and the crowd started to cheer, Cabrera's three kids – Isabella, Christopher and Brisel – announced his name over the stadium speakers.
Miguel Cabrera takes the field on his own
For the later part of Cabrera's career, he's served as a designated hitter and hardly ever took the field on defense. But earlier in his playing days, he played throughout the field before primarily becoming a first baseman.
After going 0-for-3 with a walk at the plate, Cabrera put the mitt on and took the field to play first base in the top of eighth inning. But the Tigers let him take the field on his own, receiving another standing ovation from the crowd.
Miguel Cabrera's final play, standing ovation
It was destined to be.
The first batter of the top of the eighth inning, Cleveland's Steven Kwan, hit a ground ball to, of course, Cabrera, who gingerly picked up the ball and ran to first base to record the out. Manager A.J. Hinch was then joined by Cabrera's children in going to get the 12-time All-Star out of the game, all while Cabrera's mom was emotional celebrating from the stands.
The Tigers were able to send off their legend with a win, beating the Guardians 5-2.
veryGood! (5)
Related
- From bitter rivals to Olympic teammates, how Lebron and Steph Curry became friends
- How a looming port workers strike may throw small businesses for a loop
- Who are the 2024 MacArthur ‘genius grant’ fellows?
- Man accused of threatening postal carrier after receiving Kamala Harris campaign mail
- Michigan lawmaker who was arrested in June loses reelection bid in Republican primary
- Reporter Taylor Lorenz exits Washington Post after investigation into Instagram post
- Nicole Kidman's Daughter Sunday Makes Bewitching Runway Debut at Paris Fashion Week
- 'The civil rights issue of our generation'? A battle over housing erupts in Massachusetts
- Kourtney Kardashian Cradles 9-Month-Old Son Rocky in New Photo
- After Helene’s destruction, a mountain town reliant on fall tourism wonders what’s next
Ranking
- House passes bill to add 66 new federal judgeships, but prospects murky after Biden veto threat
- Virginia school board to pay $575K to a teacher fired for refusing to use trans student’s pronouns
- Naomi Campbell Addresses Rumored Feud With Rihanna
- LeBron James Reacts to Making Debut With Son Bronny James as Lakers Teammates
- Federal appeals court upholds $14.25 million fine against Exxon for pollution in Texas
- Fantasy football Week 5: Trade value chart and rest of season rankings
- Dockworkers go on a strike that could reignite inflation and cause shortages in the holiday season
- New Jersey offshore wind farm clears big federal hurdle amid environmental concerns
Recommendation
Carolinas bracing for second landfall from Tropical Storm Debby: Live updates
Mountain terrain, monstrous rain: What caused North Carolina's catastrophic flooding
Harris will tour Helene devastation in Georgia, North Carolina as storm scrambles campaign schedule
Abortion pills will be controlled substances in Louisiana soon. Doctors have concerns
Hidden Home Gems From Kohl's That Will Give Your Space a Stylish Refresh for Less
Adrien Brody Has Iconic Reaction to Kim Kardashian Mistaking Him for Adam Brody
'The civil rights issue of our generation'? A battle over housing erupts in Massachusetts
MLB wild card predictions: Who will move on? Expert picks, schedule for opening round