After watching the movie, and talking to his mother, Goodrum realized the problem was far from over.
So, Goodrum went to work.
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1 pick Casey Mize roughed up in Auburn loss More: Daily recap of Tigers’ minor leagues (Updated: June 8) More: ‘Old self’: Tigers’ Fulmer overpowers Indians with 71 fastballs 95 mph and up “I wanted to do something,” Goodrum said., He talked with people in the Tigers’ organization, worked out details, gave them a dollar amount, and purchased 1,440 cases of bottled water.
Goodrum will distribute the water in Flint on Monday, a rare off day in what’s been a hectic and brutal Tigers’ schedule.
“It’s all good, I’ve always loved helping any way I can,” Goodrum said.
I’ve always been trying to do that.” The fact the water crisis is ongoing in Flint, and the community could still use bottled water, amazes Goodrum.
“Yes, because we all need water,” Goodrum said “I don’t want anyone to not have some good water.
I’m trying to do whatever I can do on my end to help, to get some water to everyone because everyone needs water that’s healthy for them.” Negro League tribute Saturday’s game was the 24th Annual Negro Leagues Tribute Game, both teams wearing Negro League tribute uniforms during the game representing the Detroit Stars and Cleveland Buckeyes.
Starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann (right shoulder impingement) will make a rehab start Monday in West Michigan.