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Tigers put best record in AL on the line at Nationals

The Detroit Tigers open a six-game road trip with a series at the Washington Nationals that begins Tuesday night. Detroit, tied with the Los Angeles Dodgers for the best record in baseball (53-32), has won three of four after taking the rubber game of their series against the Minnesota Twins on Sunday night.

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Tigers Ace Chosen as Team MVP After Fantastic First Half This Season

The Detroit Tigers have been one of the best teams in baseball so far and they have reached the midway point of the season riding a lot of momentum. Coming into the year, the Tigers figured to be a bit of the threat in the American League after a strong end to the campaign in 2024.

Tarik Skubal News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Tigers Make Big Tarik Skubal Announcement After 10th Win

The Detroit Tigers picked up a 3–0 victory on Sunday Night Baseball against the Minnesota Twins, though the offense didn’t have to do much thanks to ace Tarik Skubal’s brilliance on the mound.

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The 'Most 200-hit MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 39 MLB players with at least four 200-hit seasons in their career can you name in six minutes?

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / June 30

Tigers Ace Wins AL Player of the Week After Outstanding Performances

It was yet another strong week for the Detroit Tigers, who were able to keep up their winning ways. With an off day on Monday, the Tigers were able to win two out of three games to begin the week against the Athletics at home.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Who should be the starting MLB All-Stars at every position?

The starting lineups for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game are set to be revealed on July 6. While the fans have their say for the starting lineups, the most deserving All-Star starters could be very different than the actual starters.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / June 30

Tigers Unlikely To Involve Star Prospect in Any Potential Trade Talks

With the Detroit Tigers aiming to be World Series contenders, they are likely going to be aggressive at the trade deadline to try and make some improvements.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Futures Game Hype Builds Around Tigers’ Rising Talent

The Futures Game is built to give fans a glimpse of the future. This year, Tigers fans will be treated to more than just a peek. Detroit is sending three of its top young talents to the national showcase: outfielder Max Clark, catcher Josue Briceno, and infielder Kevin McGonigle.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / June 30

Tigers Star Will Have MRI After Giving Positive Sounding Update on Injury

Sunday night was an incredible evening in the Motor City with the Detroit Tigers claiming the series over the Minnesota Twins in a 3-0 shutout victory in front of a sold out crowd on national television.

Tarik Skubal News / Fastball on SI / June 30

Tarik Skubal Re-Writes the History Books Yet Again For Detroit Tigers

The Detroit Tigers shut out the Minnesota Twins 3-0 in a nationally-televised 'Sunday Night Baseball' game and reigning American League Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal did not disappoint in the showcase.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / June 30

Detroit Tigers Can Enhance World Series Hopes in Two Key Areas

It has been a fantastic start to the season for the Detroit Tigers, but despite being the first team to 50 wins, there is room for improvement. Even though the Tigers have been arguably the team to beat in the American League so far, there are some potential concerns about how the team might fare in October.

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Kerry Carpenter News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Tigers Slugger Faces Uncertainty After Injury Forces Early Exit Sunday

Tigers right fielder Kerry Carpenter is heading for the MRI tube on Monday morning. He was forced to exit Sunday’s game due to a hamstring injury. After hitting an RBI triple in the bottom of the fifth inning, Carpenter grimaced in pain while rounding the bases and quickly left the game.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 30

Tarik Skubal makes more history in dominant performance

Tigers' Tarik Skubal makes more history in latest dominant performance

Something that should surprise no one at this point, ace Tarik Skubal led the Detroit Tigers to a win on Sunday.

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Tarik Skubal News / Athlon Sports / June 29

MLB Honors Tarik Skubal’s Historic Accomplishment Following Dominant Start

Tarik Skubal is in some elite company. As MLB pointed out after his brilliant performance on Sunday Night Baseball, he became the third pitcher in the

Spencer Torkelson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 29

Spencer Torkelson’s sparkling effort turns double play in Twins win

The Detroit Tigers got a nice win against the Minnesota Twins, and it probably wouldn’t have happened unless Spencer Torkelson had a great double play during the game.

Tarik Skubal News / Field Level Media / June 29

Tarik Skubal, Tigers overpower Twins

Tarik Skubal limited Minnesota to one hit in seven innings and tied his career high with 13 strikeouts as the host Detroit Tigers blanked the Twins 3-0 on Sunday night.

Riley Greene News / Last Word On Sports / June 29

Riley Greene Resurgence In 2025

Drafted fifth overall in the 2019 MLB Draft, Riley Greene was a highly regarded high school prospect who was destined to make noise at the Major League level.

Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / June 29

Detroit Tigers Enter Sunday Matchup in Impressive Club in Team History

The Detroit Tigers will finish out a series with the division-rival Minnesota Twins on Sunday night in a nationally-televised contest on ESPN. And according to ESPN MLB Insider Buster Olney and Elias Sports, they'll take the field with some unique history in hand.

Detroit Tigers News / Total Apex Sports / June 28

Detroit Tigers Powered By Offense In 8-2 Win

The Detroit Tigers had their offense firing on all cylinders this afternoon at home against the Minnesota Twins. Behind four home runs, they won the game 10-5.

Matt Vierling News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 28

'Grateful' Tigers OF discusses return from injury

His 2025 season has basically been a wash, as he has played in only four games in between two lengthy stints on the IL.

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The '1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers' quiz

Detroit Tigers News / Inside The Diamonds / June 28

Detroit Tigers Roster Moves 6/28/2025

The Detroit Tigers dropped the series opener to the Minnesota Twins last night 4-1. Ahead of today’s game the Tigers optioned shortstop Trey Sweeney to Triple-A Toledo and activated Matt Vierling from the injured list.

Wenceel Perez News / Just Baseball / June 27

Wenceel Perez Is the Latest Detroit Tigers Unsung Hero

Often teams the difference between good and great teams are the role players. Who can step up in times of injury, give the team a hot stretch, or provide a spark when the stars are in a slump.