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Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14

Tigers’ Kevin McGonigle shares special moment with childhood hero Chase Utley

In the middle of a rough 2026 season for the Detroit Tigers, shortstop Kevin McGonigle has emerged as the brightest spot on the team. Despite leaping straight from Double-A to the big leagues, McGonigle has done nothing but produce for the Tigers; through 93 games, he’s produced an OPS of .812 buoyed by an OBP of .392.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 14

Miguel Vargas makes White Sox franchise history in first All-Star Game

Vargas made history in his first All-Star Game on Tuesday night.

Dylan Cease in rare company after dominant first inning in All-Star Game

Yankees teammates make history in first inning of All-Star Game

The 'MLB All-Star Game managers' quiz

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14

John Schneider’s classy gesture to Justin Verlander before ASG

The 2026 MLB All-Star Game will be Justin Verlander’s last, as the Detroit Tigers star recently announced he plans to retire after this season. Leading up to the All-Star Game, reports revealed that Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider, who is the manager for the AL this year, made a classy move for Verlander before the start of the contest.

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The 'MLB Home Run Derby winners' quiz

MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB All-Star Game managers' quiz

The 'MLB All-Star starting pitchers' quiz

The 'No.1-overall MLB Draft picks' quiz

Kevin McGonigle News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14

Tigers’ Kevin McGonigle reveals mom’s emotions on hometown All-Star Game bid

As the Detroit Tigers are in the midst of the All-Star break, there are four players who were sent to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to be recognized: Riley Greene, Dillon Dingler, Kevin McGonigle, and Justin Verlander (legends pick).

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Jahmai Jones News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Red Sox Demote Player After Trade With Tigers

Jahmai Jones is getting another major league opportunity after the Boston Red Sox acquired the versatile outfielder from the Detroit Tigers in exchange for a player to be named later on Tuesday.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14

Tigers’ Tarik Skubal is trying to keep Justin Verlander from retirement

With Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander planning for retirement after the end of the current season, it will mark the close of one of the more productive resumes in recent memory.

Riley Greene News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 14

Riley Greene Makes Tigers History With Third Straight All-Star Nod

Every organization has milestones that transcend a single season. Some are defined by longevity. Others by sustained excellence. For the Detroit Tigers, earning three consecutive All-Star selections as an outfielder had been, for nearly 60 years, an achievement reserved for one name: Al Kaline.

Tarik Skubal News / Larry Brown Sports / July 14

Tarik Skubal could be traded to a surprising team

Trade rumors continue to surround Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, and it is not just MLB’s traditional major market powers being linked to him. The Tampa Bay Rays have shown interest in trading for Skubal, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / July 14

Tigers Media Day roundup from All-Star week

There are a lot of Detroit Tigers’ storylines playing out during All-Star Week. From Justin Verlander’s honorary selection as a Legends pick and final

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Justin Verlander News / Larry Brown Sports / July 14

Alex Rodriguez had the most awkward interview with Justin Verlander

Alex Rodriguez inexplicably seemed way out of his depth on Monday when interviewing Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander at the MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia.

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The 'MLB All-Star starting pitchers' quiz

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The 'Most three-pointers by NBA team' quiz

MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Red Sox Swing Trade With Tigers for Intriguing Utility Player

The Boston Red Sox ended the first half of the season on a hot note, winning nine straight games and firmly putting themselves back in the playoff picture.

Jahmai Jones News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 14

Red Sox To Acquire Jahmai Jones

The Red Sox are acquiring outfielder Jahmai Jones from the Tigers, reports Alex Speier of The Boston Globe. Detroit, who designated Jones for assignment last week, will receive a player to be named later in return.

Framber Valdez News / Just Baseball / July 14

How Much Should the Tigers Worry About Framber Valdez?

When the Detroit Tigers signed Framber Valdez, it was a statement. Losing the Tarik Skubal arbitration case could have been a reason for the team to go with cheaper options, but instead, the Tigers made Valdez one of the highest-paid left-handed pitchers, inking him to a three-year, $115 million contract.

Kevin McGonigle News / CBSSports.com / July 13

MLB's most 'surreal' All-Star: Tigers' Kevin McGonigle playing ASG in same stadium where he used to be a fan

McGonigle, 21 and the AL Rookie of the Year favorite, was born and raised in the Philly area and has come home as an All-Star

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 13

Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander recalls final showdowns with David Ortiz, Derek Jeter

The top players in MLB are descending on Philadelphia for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game. Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander was recently named a Legends pick to the All-Star Game.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 13

There might be a front-runner to trade for Tarik Skubal

Skubal's future will be a top storyline heading into the Aug. 3 trade deadline. Is one team already leading the pack in the pursuit of the ace if he is traded?

Tarik Skubal reportedly gives hints about hopes for future in Detroit

MLB power rankings at the All-Star Break

The 'MLB K-leaders since 1995' quiz

Framber Valdez News / Athlon Sports / July 12

Tigers Make Framber Valdez Announcement After Unfortunate Personal News

The Detroit Tigers signed Framber Valdez this past offseason to a three-year, $115 million contract to form a dominant duo alongside left-hander Tarik Skubal.

Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / July 12

Tarik Skubal reportedly gives hints about hopes for future in Detroit

The Tigers face a tough decision with Skubal, not only at the trade deadline but at the end of the season as well.

Mason Miller’s future gets a notable update ahead of the trade deadline

Yankees are eyeing one All-Star trade target

Yankees can't wait until the trade deadline to address roster concerns

These Dodgers' assets could be game-changers at MLB trade deadline

How Pirates went from baseball's worst offense to one of the best

Detroit Tigers News / 5 GOATs / July 11

Detroit Tigers select Coastal Carolina pitcher Cameron Flukey in 2026 MLB Draft

Coastal Carolina pitcher Cameron Flukey was selected by the Detroit Tigers with the No. 22 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. Flukey originally ended his 2026 season with Coastal going into the transfer portal with a do-not-contact tag, keeping his options open.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 9

Tigers' Eduardo Valencia smashes home run in first career MLB at-bat

For some professional baseball players, the journey to the major leagues is quick and easy. For others, though, it's a long and grueling process.

Tigers wunderkind Kevin McGonigle makes MLB history before All-Star break

Justin Verlander makes retirement announcement after All-Star Game decision

The Las Vegas Athletics Have Reportedly Sold 92% of the Luxurious Seats Behind Home Plate

The 'American League Rookies of the Year' quiz

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 8

Three-time Cy Young winner Justin Verlander to retire at end of season

One of the best careers of this era of baseball is winding down.

Mookie Betts to reach career symmetrical milestone with Dodgers

Ken Rosenthal addresses latest Francisco Lindor trade rumors

Anthony Volpe says report about second base stance is 'B.S.'

Yankees can't afford to wait until the trade deadline to address roster concerns

The 'MLB all-time strikeout leaders' quiz

Kevin McGonigle News / Yardbarker / July 7

Tigers wunderkind Kevin McGonigle makes MLB history before All-Star break

Detroit Tigers rookie phenom Kevin McGonigle has set a rookie record.

One powerhouse team is entering the Tarik Skubal sweepstakes

Tigers' Casey Mize emerging as under-the-radar trade candidate

The '2025 MLB RBI leaders by team' quiz

Casey Mize News / Yardbarker / July 6

Tigers' Casey Mize emerging as under-the-radar trade candidate

According to ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan, there is a 60% chance that Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Casey Mize gets traded ahead of the upcoming Aug.

Tigers are getting the 2024 version of Jack Flaherty following his recent resurgence

Padres stuck between rock and hard place as trade deadline approaches

Update reveals Mets' trade-deadline plans for Soto, Lindor, Bichette

Can the Yankees’ trade-deadline plans save the team?