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Okay, I believe I will miss out on Detroit icon Bob Seger singing. I might miss out on some other cool things. But this I do know: I have been a fan of John "Cougar" Mellencamp since 1982 (Cards were in the that Series) and back then Alan Trammell was playing short stop for the Tigers and Sparky Anderson was managing. Sounds like a good reunion in the works!

For your information (taken from The Detroit Tigers Weblog)

Prior to Game Two, legendary singer and songwriter Anita Baker will perform the U.S. National Anthem. Sparky Anderson, Hall of Fame manager of the 1984 World Series champion Detroit Tigers, will throw out the ceremonial first pitch before Game Two. Members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan will deliver the first game ball to the mound at Games One and Two. At Game One, the Boys & Girls Club member will be accompanied to the mound by Ernie Harwell, longtime voice of the Detroit Tigers and member of the Radio Hall of Fame. At Game Two, the Boys & Girls Club member will be accompanied to the mound by Alan Trammell, MVP of the 1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers.