Tigers abruptly fire Triple-A manager for cryptic ‘violation’
By Justin Tasch
Published on May 5, 2026.
The Detroit Tigers have fired their Triple-A manager, Gabe Alvarez, due to a "violation of club policy". The club did not specify what the violation was. The team's hitting coach, Mike Hessman, will take over as interim manager. The Tigers are currently 17-16 in the International League West division.
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