I don't view shortstop as a weakness for the Tigers. Jhonny Peralta makes the routine play, has driven in more than 80 runs each of the last three seasons, doesn't strike out that much and his three walks Thursday night were a key for the Tigers in their victory at Oakland.
Is he Derek Jeter in his prime? No. Does he have range like Alexei Ramirez? No. But he isn't a problem. He is a solid veteran everyday player in his prime. He's played well for the Tigers to this point. They are a better team with him than without him.
The Tigers have other issues - bullpen depth, concerns about starting pitchers Brad Penny and Rick Porcello and reliance on several apparent 4-A players - that are far, far more pressing.