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Two Teams That Definitely Won't Land Tarik Skubal

Two Teams That Definitely Won't Land Tarik Skubal

Tarik Skubal is back from an elbow surgery that took him out for a couple of weeks. With the Detroit Tigers struggling and likely out of contention, a trade seems all but inevitable.

Justin Verlander News / Ball Exclusives / June 20
Tigers starter Justin Verlander hints at retirement amid new injury

Tigers starter Justin Verlander hints at retirement amid new injury

Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander has been recovering from a hip injury he suffered in the beginning of April, but now he’ll be sidelined again with a new injury.

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The 'College World Series winners' quiz

The 'College World Series winners' quiz

The College Baseball World Series dates back to 1947. How many of the champions can you name?

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MLB News / Bless You Boys / June 20

Detroit Tigers look to clinch series vs Chicago White Sox on Saturday

The Detroit Tigers opened up their three-game home series against the Chicago White Sox with a 4-3 win on Friday night. Tarik Skubal ran into some trouble

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Detroit Tigers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 20
Justin Verlander’s rough Detroit return takes another hit

Justin Verlander’s rough Detroit return takes another hit

Justin Verlander’s long-anticipated return to the Detroit Tigers’ rotation has hit another major obstacle. The 43-year-old right-hander was scratched from his scheduled start on Sunday against the Chicago White Sox after suffering a left hamstring strain during a bullpen session in Houston on Wednesday.

Detroit Tigers News / Total Pro Sports / June 20
Tarik Skubal And Mike Vasil Get Into Heated Argument As Tempers Flare In Detroit

Tarik Skubal And Mike Vasil Get Into Heated Argument As Tempers Flare In Detroit

The Detroit Tigers suffered a dramatic collapse when Tarik Skubal went on the IL to undergo elbow surgery in early May. The left-handed ace made a swift recovery to make his return to the starting rotation last Saturday.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / June 20

Beau Ankeney homers twice as Cale Wetwiska returns in Flying Tigers victory

Dylan File was knocked around badly in the early innings and the Hens offense couldn’t take advantage of plenty of baserunners in this one. Rochester got to File for two in the first, three in the second, and another in the third.

Tarik Skubal News / Total Pro Sports / June 20
Yankees Could Be Winners Of Tarik Skubal Trade As Tigers Set Their Eyes On Top Prospects

Yankees Could Be Winners Of Tarik Skubal Trade As Tigers Set Their Eyes On Top Prospects

Tarik Skubal’s trade rumors are intensifying by the day. With the MLB trade deadline approaching, the Detroit Tigers are on the edge of trading the reigning Cy Young Winner.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / June 19

Kerry Carpenter's double propels Tigers past White Sox

Kerry Carpenter had a go-ahead two-run double in the sixth inning and the host Detroit Tigers held on for a 4-3 win over the Chicago White Sox on Friday.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

MLB News / Bless You Boys / June 19

Blooper carries Tigers to victory in series opener over White Sox

After a less-than-stellar trip to Houston, the Tigers home and had an off day to sit there and think about what they’ve done, mister. But, since the sport

Tarik Skubal News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / June 20
Tarik Skubal’s Honest Message Puts More Pressure on Tigers Ahead of Trade Deadline

Tarik Skubal’s Honest Message Puts More Pressure on Tigers Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Detroit Tigers are already facing a difficult stretch of the season, but ace pitcher Tarik Skubal may have just increased the urgency with his latest comments.

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Justin Verlander News / Field Level Media / June 19
Tigers RHP Justin Verlander injures hamstring while on IL, out 'weeks'

Tigers RHP Justin Verlander injures hamstring while on IL, out 'weeks'

Right-hander Justin Verlander's plan to come off the injured list and start for the Detroit Tigers on Sunday has been derailed by a new health issue as he strained his left hamstring during a bullpen session on Wednesday.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / June 19
What the Tigers Need to Do to Keep Their Season Alive

What the Tigers Need to Do to Keep Their Season Alive

Typically, declaring a season to be "on the line" in June is hyperbolic. In the same breath, being 14 games under .500 at any point in the year puts your playoff chances at extreme risk.

Justin Verlander News / Yardbarker / June 20
Justin Verlander makes sad admission after latest setback

Tigers' Justin Verlander makes sad admission after latest setback

The Detroit Tigers were expected to activate pitcher Justin Verlander to start Sunday's game against the White Sox. Instead, Verlander's return to the Tigers will be delayed.

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Trei Cruz News / Detroit Tigers on SI / June 19
The Tigers Chose Trei Cruz, but Was There a Better Alternative?

The Tigers Chose Trei Cruz, but Was There a Better Alternative?

As reported Thursday afternoon, ahead of the Detroit Tigers' 10-game homestand, beginning Friday night against the Chicago White Sox, former 2020 MLB Draft third-round pick Trei Cruz is getting his chance at the major league level.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / June 19
Three back-end relievers the Yankees should target at the MLB trade deadline

Three back-end relievers the Yankees should target at the MLB trade deadline

Let's explore three relievers on the trade market who would help to mend the late-inning bullpen concerns for the Yankees. 

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Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / June 19
Tarik Skubal remains optimistic the Tigers have a chance to compete

Tarik Skubal remains optimistic the Tigers have a chance to compete

Even though all signs point to the two-time Cy Young award winner being dealt at the deadline (Aug. 3), Skubal still believes the Tigers have what it takes to turn their season around. 

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Trei Cruz News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 18
Tigers To Recall Trei Cruz For Major League Debut

Tigers To Recall Trei Cruz For Major League Debut

The Tigers are going to recall infielder/outfielder Trei Cruz, reports Ari Alexander of 7News Boston. He’ll be making his major league debut as soon as he gets into a game.

Gleyber Torres News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 17
Tigers Place Gleyber Torres On Injured List

Tigers Place Gleyber Torres On Injured List

The Tigers announced Wednesday that second baseman Gleyber Torres is headed back to the 10-day injured list. He’s once again dealing with a left oblique strain — the same injury that kept him out of action from May 4 through June 2.

Colt Keith News / Athlon Sports / June 16
Tigers Make Colt Keith Announcement After Removal From Lineup

Tigers Make Colt Keith Announcement After Removal From Lineup

Detroit Tigers infielder Colt Keith had an incredible game Monday against the Houston Astros. The 24-year-old former fifth-round pick put together the best performance of his career, smashing three home runs.

Colt Keith News / Inside The Diamonds / June 16
Detroit Tigers Notebook: Keith Has Big Night, Tigers Hit Five Home Runs, and More

Detroit Tigers Notebook: Keith Has Big Night, Tigers Hit Five Home Runs, and More

The Detroit Tigers got back in the win column as they started their series against the Astros. They are now 30-42. They’re nine games back of the Chicago White Sox for the American League Central.

Detroit Tigers News / Inside The Diamonds / June 15
Detroit Tigers Top Prospect Is Heating up in Toledo

Detroit Tigers Top Prospect Is Heating up in Toledo

The Toledo Mud Hens wrapped up a series with the St. Paul Saints, going 1-5. They’re currently 31-37, sitting 11.5 games back of first place in the International League West division.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / June 15
The Tigers’ Season Will Be Defined in the Next Two Weeks

The Tigers’ Season Will Be Defined in the Next Two Weeks

Take yourself back to April in Detroit. The Framber Valdez signing changed expectations heading into the new season, and the return of Justin Verlander not only changed the vibe but rebirthed fans have who ignored the team for a better part of a decade.

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