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To understand Akil Baddoo's play, you must first know his heart - The Athletic
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To understand Akil Baddoo's play, you must first know his heart - The Athletic
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Akil Baddoo: Tigers rookie homers in first MLB at-bat, parents react - Sports Illustrated
Akil Baddoo, Parker Meadows homers spark four-run eighth as the Tigers beat the Royals 6-3
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Tigers' Akil Baddoo has quietly made big strides in left field: 'I want to be an elite defender'
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Akil Baddoo's helmet does not fit, and it's part of the Tigers' growing show - The Athletic
Tigers fall to Twins in opening homestand finale
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Legend of Akil Baddoo grows with ninth-inning grand slam
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Akil Baddoo takes one in the family jewels during tense steal attempt vs Guardians: That's 3 balls and one strike
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Tigers LIVE 5.25.23: Akil Baddoo
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Tigers Talk: The magic of Akil Baddoo (and more thoughts from Opening Weekend) - The Athletic
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To understand Akil Baddoo's play, you must first know his heart - The Athletic