Blockbuster trade elevates Tigers to elite status, national experts say

Several national magazines and newspapers weighed in on the Detroit Tigers trade that brought former Florida Marlins standouts Miguel Cabrera and Dontrelle Willis to the team for six prospects. Here is an excerpt of what The Sporting News has to say:

The sports world in Detroit is having heart palpitations right now.

The Red Wings have the most wins (tied with the Rangers) and points in the NHL. The Pistons are in first place in their division. The Lions might be falling down a well, but at least they've already won six games this season. And the Tigers' acquisition of Dontrelle Willis and Miguel Cabrera have transformed the team from good to great overnight, without either having so much as donned the old English D yet.

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