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Akil Baddoo back with Tigers
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Tigers' Akil Baddoo sees dream realized in unforgettable debut
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Akil Baddoo Preview, Player Props: Tigers vs. Royals
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To understand Akil Baddoo's play, you must first know his heart - The Athletic
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Outfielder Akil Baddoo learns from Mud Hens assignment
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Detroit's Baddoo homers on first pitch of first MLB at-bat
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Thoughts on Akil Baddoo? Started out historically hot. Then fell off a cliff. Now has transformed into a player that is just flat out consistent. This kid jumped from A ball to
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To understand Akil Baddoo's play, you must first know his heart - The Athletic
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Akil Baddoo has to earn his playing time with the 2023 Detroit Tigers - Bless You Boys
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Tigers LIVE 5.25.23: Akil Baddoo
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Akil Baddoo Player Props: Tigers vs. Red Sox
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Check out Akil Baddoo's walkoff single - Bless You Boys