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DETROIT (AP) The Detroit Tigers' disappointing season cost Al Avila his job.

Avila was fired as Detroit's general manager on Wednesday, ending a seven-year tenure without a playoff appearance.

"I wish the results would have been better this season," Avila said in a statement released by the team. "But know there is a lot to look forward to in the coming years."

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