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Jeff Weaver's competitive spirit drives him to succeed; Tigers' right-hander focuses on improving his pitching and helping lead Detriot to a winning future.(Statistical Data Included)

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| August 01, 2002 | Spadafore, Jim | COPYRIGHT 2002 Century Publishing Co. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Tigers' right-hander focuses on improving his pitching and helping lead Detroit to a winning future

THIS SURELY ISN'T WHAT JEFF WEAVER envisioned after being selected by the Tigers with the 14th overall pick in the 1998 draft.

Weaver was coming off an outstanding career at Fresno State. An All-American his senior year, Weaver had a 33-15 career record and struck out 21 batters in one game to set an NCAA post-season record.

But success as a pro hasn't followed. And if there's someone who could sue for nonsupport, it's Weaver.

Weaver's records in hist first three big league seasons are 9-12, 11-15 and 13-16.

Last May 22, he ...

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