Tigers set to retire No. 10 in honor of Baseball Hall of Famer Jim Leyland at Comerica Park on Saturday, August 3, presented by ESPN BET

By | August 1, 2024

DETROIT – Former Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland – who was enshrined into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on July 21 – will see No. 10 retired in his honor by the organization on Saturday, August 3 at Comerica Park when the Tigers host the Kansas City Royals at 6:10 p.m. Limited tickets are available for the celebratory game, in addition to special events attended by Leyland for fans throughout the weekend.

The “Leyland Legend 2-Pack” includes a ticket to the August 3 game and the series opener on September 10 against the Colorado Rockies, whom Leyland managed during the 1999 season. The special ticket package also includes a limited-release commemorative Jim Leyland T-shirt. Fans should visit tigers.com/Leyland to secure their seats today.

On August 3, fans are encouraged to arrive early and be seated by 5:25 p.m. for a special pregame ceremony, presented by ESPN BET. The first 15,000 fans in attendance will receive a Jim Leyland “Starter Pack” that mirrors Leyland’s iconic look, including a baseball cap, mustache and sunglasses. Comerica Park gates will open at 4:30 p.m.

Leyland’s No. 10 will become the 10th number retired in Tigers history, and just the second number of a manager, joining Sparky Anderson, who’s No. 11 was retired by the organization in 2011. Leyland is one of three managers in Tigers history to win at least 700 games with Detroit, and the only skipper to lead the Tigers to postseason berths four times in his career.

Leyland spent 22 seasons as a Major League manager, including the final eight wearing the Olde English ‘D’. He finished his career with 1,769 victories, which ranks 18th in Major League history, while he managed 3,499 games, the 17th-highest total in baseball history. Leyland’s No. 10 will be permanently stenciled alongside other Tigers legends in center field at Comerica Park.

“We are excited to welcome Jim Leyland and his family back to Detroit, and for his name and number to be forever displayed among the Tigers greats at Comerica Park,” said Ryan Gustafson, President and CEO of Ilitch Sports + Entertainment. “We were honored to celebrate with Jim at his Hall of Fame induction and look forward to our fans saluting him for the tremendous run he and his Tigers teams had in our city.”

Over his eight years as the Tigers skipper, Leyland posted a 700-597 (.540) record. He was named the American League Manager of the Year by the BBWAA in 2006. In 2017, he was tabbed by Major League Baseball to manage Team USA in the World Baseball Classic and led the Stars and Stripes to a championship, defeating Puerto Rico, 8-0, in the title game.

Following his retirement as a manager, Leyland was named a Special Assistant to the President of Baseball Operations and continues to serve in that role. In addition to his managerial stints with the Tigers and Rockies, Leyland also managed the Pirates (1986-96) and Marlins (1997-98). He led Florida to its first World Series championship in franchise history in 1997, defeating Cleveland in seven games.

Pregame Private Meet and Greet with 1901 Society Members: Friday, August 2

Detroit Tigers 1901 Society members will have the unique opportunity to congratulate Leyland during a private meet and greet session in the Witherell Lounge at Comerica Park from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Friday, August 2.

Jim Leyland Autograph Appearance in The D Shop: Saturday, August 3

From 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 3, Leyland will sign autographs for fans that purchase autograph tickets in advance through Tigers Authentics, or at the event in The D Shop at Comerica Park. All autographs will include a HOF ’24 Inscription. Tigers fans can secure tickets for the autograph session today at Tigers.com/Authentics.

Jim Leyland Hall of Fame Plaque Available for Fan Engagement: Saturday, August 3

Leyland’s National Baseball Hall of Fame plaque will be on-site at Comerica Park on Saturday, and available for fan photo opportunities and engagement. The plaque will be located near section 101 on the concourse upon gates opening and will be part of the pregame on-field ceremony. It will then be escorted back to section 101 for additional fan engagements from the second inning through the seventh inning.

Pregame On-Field Ceremony: Saturday, August 3

Leyland’s special on-field ceremony will feature former Tigers players during Leyland’s tenure and other special guests. Leyland’s family will also be in attendance.

Fan Q&A on Comerica Park concourse: Sunday, August 4

Prior to the Sunday, August 4 game, ticketed fans are invited to enjoy a conversation with Leyland on the Comerica Park concourse from 12:15-12:45 p.m.

Additional Concourse Promotions

On both August 3 and 4, ticketed fans will have several opportunities to celebrate Leyland’s legendary career on the Comerica Park concourse.

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