"My new favorite ballplayer is Nick Castellanos (Detroit Tigers outfield prospect) — I just found out his father is a lung surgeon." — Manager Jim Leyland

Jim Leyland spanked his box of Marlboros and slid a ciggy out as he motioned to MAS to have a seat beside him in the Tigers dugout.

After he slapped down on the wooden bench indicating where MAS should plant his tush, Leyland quickly and deftly popped a butt between his lips.