Tigers' Sheffield limited to DH role (AP) Gary Sheffield lasted just five games as a left fielder, shifting to designated hitter when the Detroit Tigers faced the Kansas City Royals on Thursday. Sheffield, who did not play Wednesday, had right shoulder surgery during the offseason to repair a labral tear. His throwing remains restricted. "I know his shoulder isn't right, and I didn't think it's made any better by playing the outfield,"... Publish Date: Thu, 15 May 2008 11:18:03 PDT Read more...