Tigers' Leyland Gets Two-Year Extension

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The Tigers have given manager Jim Leyland a two-year contract extension.

His contract now runs through the 2011 season.

"We are happy to announce a two-year contract extension for Jim Leyland today," Tigers President, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager David Dombrowski said. "Jim is an outstanding manager and he has done a great job for the Tigers. We look forward to Jim leading our club for years to come."

Detroit is 292-260 under Leyland.

Via MLB.com

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