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The Detroit Tigers are closing in on winning the AL Central division title.

Manager A.J. Hinch acknowledged the team's playoff push and the excitement surrounding their "magic number."

Javier Baez is having a resurgent season, contributing significantly after moving to centerfield.

A magic-number countdown and a celebration of Javier Báez's resurgence. Yes, these are magical days indeed for the Detroit Tigers .

Perhaps the most magical thing of all? That would be A.J. Hinch’s willingness to discuss the Tigers’ magic number after I brought it up Friday, Sept. 5.

Because if you know anything about the Tigers manager, you know he usually likes talking about playoff possibilities about as much as Mario Impemba and Rod Allen enjoy playing musical chairs. More: Ti

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