FILE - In this Sept. 17, 2016, file photo, Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander delivers against the Cleveland Indians during the first inning of a baseball game, in Cleveland. A couple months ago, it looked like the Tigers could be major sellers after missing the postseason the past two years. General manager Al Avila said Detroit would have an open mind about anyone on the roster and with expensive players like Verlander, Miguel Cabrera, Ian Kinsler and J.D. Martinez still capable of helping any team, the Tigers were an obvious candidate to trade stars for prospects and reduce their payroll. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)