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Will Vest Leads Tigers Bullpen That Saw a Lot of Work Once Again in 2025

For the second year in a row, the Detroit Tigers lost the series in Game 5 of the ALDS. It was the same story, with Tarik Skubal being the dominant number one and the bullpen carrying a bulk of the load behind him without a bonafide second or third starter.

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Tigers Should Pursue Nationals All-Star This Winter to Bolster Rotation

The Detroit Tigers were eliminated from the postseason in heart-breaking fashion and are now thinking about ways to improve the team during the offseason.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / October 15

Tigers Lose Two Players to Free Agency After ALDS Loss

The Detroit Tigers are out of their pre-2024 rut, when they missed the playoffs for nine straight years. However, they're still below the mountaintop. The Tigers just lost in Game 5 of the AL Division Series for the second straight year, leaving them with question marks going forward.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 15

Former Standout Tigers Rookie Elects to Become Free Agent This Winter

The Detroit Tigers were eliminated from the 2025 MLB playoffs, and with that, some of their early offseason transactions have started to find their way into the landscape.

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Gleyber Torres News / Sporting News / October 15

Tigers could turn to Braves' star as potential Gleyber Torres replacement

Tigers urged to keep a close eye on Braves slugger's team option

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 15

Tigers Surprisingly Named as Top Fit for Yankees Star Free Agent Outfielder

The Detroit Tigers suffered a heartbreaking exit in Game 5 of the ALDS against the Seattle Mariners, falling one moment short of their first ALCS since 2013.

Dillon Dingler News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 15

Tigers Breakout Star Dillon Dingler Named Finalist for Gold Glove Award

The Detroit Tigers are sitting at home this offseason trying to figure out how to get to the next level. For the second year in a row, they came one win shy of reaching the American League Championship Series.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 15

Tigers Veteran Needs To Strongly Consider Exercising Player Option for Next Season

One of the areas of the team that the Detroit Tigers will be focused on upgrading this offseason is the pitching staff. Beyond ace Tarik Skubal, there isn’t much to feel strongly about heading into the winter.

Tarik Skubal News / Sporting News / October 15

Tigers' Tarik Skubal's future in Detroit under microscope with one extreme caveat in play

The Detroit Tigers and their ace are not looking to rekindle at the end of his current contract.

Detroit Tigers News / Stadium Rant / October 14

Detroit Tigers 2025: There’s Always Next Season

The 2025 MLB season for the Detroit Tigers has come, and unfortunately is now gone. Despite the heartache felt by hundreds and thousands of Tigers fans across the globe, what an unexpected roller coaster of a season that leaves much to be hopeful for heading towards the future.

Riley Greene News / Sporting News / October 14

Riley Greene subtly called out by Tigers' GM amid urge for more contact

Riley Greene's high strikeout number might be a problem going forward.

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Tarik Skubal News / Sporting News / October 14

Tigers GM insists ownership will provide resources for a Tarik Skubal extension

Tarik Skubal is a free agent after 2026, and Scott Harris shares that ownership is willing to open the books for their Cy Young ace.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / October 14

Final take on the Detroit Tigers ALDS loss to Seattle

Alright, after letting emotions settle over the weekend it’s time for a quick unpacking of the Tigers loss to the Mariners in the ALDS. As you’d expect, there’s been a lot of over-cooked rage bait on sports talk radio and the media generally, but that’s only natural after a painful loss in an extra innings, winner-take-all game.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 14

Tigers Need to Capitalize on Payroll Flexibility to Make Splash at Key Roster Spot

For a large portion of the 2025 MLB regular season, the Detroit Tigers looked like the team to beat. They had the best record in the league and were bludgeoning opponents, performing at an above-average level across the board.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 14

Tigers Boss Seemingly Avoids Question When Asked About Trading Tarik Skubal

The Detroit Tigers still have a fresh and open wound after losing in heartbreaking fashion in the 15th inning of Game 5 of the American League Divisional Series to the Seattle Mariners.

Aj Hinch News / Field Level Media / October 13

Tigers extend manager A.J. Hinch following ALDS defeat

The Detroit Tigers extended the contract of A.J. Hinch, their manager for the past five seasons, the team announced Monday. President of baseball operations Scott Harris confirmed the extension without disclosing terms at the club's season-ending press conference, which followed Detroit's elimination in the American League Division Series.

Tarik Skubal News / Athlon Sports / October 13

Tigers' President Sends Tarik Skubal Message as Trade Decision Nears

The Detroit Tigers season came to an end last Friday after losing to the Seattle Mariners in Game 5 of the ALDS. The Tigers fought hard for 15 innings, yet came up short with the Mariners breaking through to win 3–2.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 13

Tigers extended manager A.J. Hinch earlier this season

The Tigers and manager A.J. Hinch quietly agreed to a long-term contract extension during the 2025 season, president of baseball operations Scott Harris announced at his end-of-season press conference (video link).

Jack Flaherty News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 11

Tigers right-hander undecided on player option for 2026

Following the Tigers’ 15th-inning loss to the Mariners in Game 5 of the ALDS, right-hander Jack Flaherty (who pitched two scoreless innings late in the game) spoke to members of the media about how much he enjoyed returning to Detroit this season.

Spencer Torkelson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 11

Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelson’s ‘heartbreaking’ reaction to ALDS loss

The Detroit Tigers saw their 2025 season end in heartbreak, falling 3-2 to the Seattle Mariners in a record-breaking 15-inning Game 5 of the ALDS at T-Mobile Park.

Gleyber Torres News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 11

Tigers 2B to undergo sports hernia surgery

With the Tigers’ season now over, Gleyber Torres is planning to undergo sports hernia surgery, the second baseman told reporters (including the Detroit News’ Tony Paul) in the aftermath of the club’s loss in Game Five of the ALDS.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / October 11

The Detroit Tigers Lose a Historic Game 5 and a Memorable Series

What a game and what a series. Game 1 and Game 5 were extremely similar, with both going to extras and the final score ending 3-2. Truly, coin flip games and the Mariners came up heads when it mattered the most.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 11