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Tigers Likely Will Make Final Decision to Keep or Trade Tarik Skubal This Week

The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason with arguably the biggest question across baseball looming over them, and it's one the entire league has an eye on ahead of the winter meetings this week.

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Tigers Must Make Additional Moves After Head Scratching International Signing

The Detroit Tigers made an interesting move headed into the weekend when they signed right-handed former KBO standout Drew Anderson to a one-year deal containing a club option for a second season.

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The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / December 7

What to watch for at the MLB Winter Meetings

Early in this offseason, the Detroit Tigers’ roster has largely taken shape already. Jack Flaherty exercised his player option for 2026 and Gleyber Torres accepted the qualifying offer and will also return at their starting second baseman.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 7

Tigers Enter MLB Winter Meetings With Three Significant Areas to Address

The MLB offseason has been well underway for over a month as free agency started just hours after the conclusion of the World Series. Even though some moves have been made and a few players have been shuffled around, the bulk of free agents will be locked down as the MLB winter meetings begin next week in Orlando.

Luis Arraez News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 6

Should Tigers Take Big Swing on Former All-Star Luis Arraez This Offseason?

Luis Arraez won three straight batting titles from 2022 to 2024 with three different teams, creating an interesting decision for the Tigers. Detroit has openings but also specific needs that complicate whether the contact specialist fits their 2026 plans.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 6

Could Tigers Actually Pull Off Shocking Blockbuster Trade for Hated Foe's Star?

The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason with the goal of making some real improvements to take the next step as a team, and it's no secret the quickest way to do that is by acquiring a superstar.

Tarik Skubal News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 6

Dodgers’ perfect trade offer for Tigers’ Tarik Skubal

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been linked as potentially interested in Detroit Tigers ace and back-to-back American League Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal since the offseason really began, but as of now, a deal doesn’t appear likely.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 6

Tigers Involved in Sweepstakes for Intriguing All-Star Ace According to Insider

The Detroit Tigers were expected to go into the offseason and make some moves on the pitching staff, both in the starting rotation and in the bullpen. Right before the start of the winter meetings, there has been a ton of reported interest in certain guys, but ultimately Scott Harris and Detroit's front office have yet to reel in a big signing.

Drew Anderson News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 6

Tigers Hope Drew Anderson's KBO Success Leads to MLB Breakthrough

It has been four long years since Drew Anderson has taken the mound for an MLB team, as the last time he suited up in a ball game in the Majors was with the Rangers back in 2021, despite suiting up for Triple-A Toledo in 2024.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Brad Keller News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5

Could Brad Keller end up as a starting pitcher for Tigers?

The Detroit Tigers are among the teams that have expressed interest in free-agent righty Brad Keller as a starting pitcher.

25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2026

The '1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers' quiz

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Alex Bregman News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 5

Tigers Have Stiff Competition from Familiar Faces in Alex Bregman Sweepstakes

The Detroit Tigers enter the offseason just as they did last year with one name at the top of their wish list who they still see as the perfect fit to add to their lineup and clubhouse.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 5

Tigers boost pitching depth with latest signing

Trade rumors continue to swirl around two-time reigning American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal, but the Detroit Tigers have other pitching business to address.

Drew Anderson News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5

What does veteran pitcher Drew Anderson offer the Tigers?

The Tigers and right-hander Drew Anderson have agreed to a deal.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 5

Tigers Reportedly Targeting Another Free Agent Reliever to Convert into Starter

The Detroit Tigers headed into the offseason with the defined goal of improving their pitching staff, both the bullpen and the starting rotation. With the way they have operated though, it seems they are determined to land a pitcher who is capable of doing either.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / December 5

Tigers Still Shopping Ace Pitcher, ESPN Reporter Writes

Buster Olney gave a Tarik Skubal update The Tigers' pursuits have continued The asking price was revealed The Detroit Tigers made the playoffs last season but failed to advance to the World Series despite a promising season during which they had the best record in the Majors from several weeks.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / December 5

Alex Bregman Sends Message to Spencer Torkelson After Tigers Report

The Detroit Tigers are expected to be aggressive in MLB free agency as they look to improve the roster heading into 2026. Coming off back-to-back trips to the divisional round, the club has fallen one win short of reaching the ALCS in both years.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / December 5

Baseball America releases new Tigers Top 10 prospects

Baseball America updated its list of the Top 10 prospects in the Detroit Tigers farm system, and it’s the usual candidates at the top. The Double-A trio of Max Clark, Kevin McGonigle and Josue Briceño have been the talk of minor league baseball, and they all have a future in the bigs.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 5

Tigers Must Answer Big Question at Plate Entering Winter Meetings

The annual Winter Meetings are quickly approaching as executives from all 30 teams will meet in Orlando, Fla. The MLB offseason typically starts slow, as free agent moves and trades slowly trickle in.