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Spencer Torkelson, Former No. 1 Pick, Optioned to Minors by Tigers - Sports Illustrated
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2023 Tigers player previews: Spencer Torkelson is off to a good start this spring - Bless You Boys
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What Detroit Tigers prospect Spencer Torkelson taught us in his debut
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What Detroit Tigers prospect Spencer Torkelson taught us in his debut
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Before his pro debut, Tigers prospect Spencer Torkelson reflects on a spring full of lessons - The Athletic