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Tigers Fire Manager, Assistant GM Resigns Amid Misconduct Probe

5/6/2026

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Gabe Alvarez, Tigers’ manager, was terminated after Ilitch Sports + Entertainment’s HR received a harassment complaint, handbook permitting termination.
Assistant GM Sam Menzin resigned in April 2025 after a probe found he sent lewd photos to women, a September investigation reporting at least eight men—four vice presidents—accused of misconduct since 2023.
CEO Ryan Gustafson, promoted in March 2024, said the organization must improve its culture while confident no issue exists.

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Story summary

Gabe Alvarez, Tigers’ manager, was terminated after Ilitch Sports + Entertainment’s HR received a harassment complaint, handbook permitting termination.
Assistant GM Sam Menzin resigned in April 2025 after a probe found he sent lewd photos to women, a September investigation reporting at least eight men—four vice presidents—accused of misconduct since 2023.
CEO Ryan Gustafson, promoted in March 2024, said the organization must improve its culture while confident no issue exists.