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Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 7

Mets Designate Guillo Zuñiga For Assignment

The Mets have designated right-hander Guillo Zuñiga for assignment, reports Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. That opens a roster spot for righty Matt Seelinger, who was acquired in a trade with the Tigers yesterday.

Tarik Skubal News / Athlon Sports / July 7

Tigers Facing Decision After Tarik Skubal Announcement

Tarik Skubal takes the mound Tuesday night against the Athletics, and the Detroit Tigers ace is tentatively lined up for one more turn before the All-Star break.

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MLB News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 7

Tigers-Athletics Series: Preview, Starting Pitchers in Key Series

Are the Detroit Tigers going to be buyers or sellers at the MLB trade deadline on August 3? Signs are pointing to being sellers unless they can put together a run over the final six games leading into the All-Star break against the Athletics and Philadelphia Phillies.

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The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 7

3 Biggest MLB Draft Busts in Detroit Tigers History

Baseball has turned into a science with all of the modern analytics, but one thing remains unpredictable - the MLB Draft. While teams can gather all of the intel possible, study prospects for months, and write all kinds of scouting reports, it doesn’t change the fact that picks are not an exact science and every single one of them is a risk.

Tarik Skubal News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6

1 powerhouse team is entering the Tarik Skubal sweepstakes

Tarik Skubal could be helping one team recreate their “Four Aces” era. The Philadelphia Phillies are expected to be a player for the Detroit Tigers ace lefty Skubal ahead of the Aug.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 6

Detroit Tigers Deal Two Veteran Minor Leaguers in Separate Trades

The MLB trade deadline is right around the corner, and the Detroit Tigers have been one of the most discussed teams across Major League Baseball when it comes to trading players away.

Tarik Skubal News / Viral Sports News / July 6

Tigers’ Latest Tarik Skubal Trade Rumor Involves Jaw-Dropping Team

Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal is widely viewed as the top player who could potentially be available at the MLB trade deadline, but whether or not the Tigers actually move him remains to be seen.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 6

Detroit Tigers Tapping Into 2024 Mantra With Increasing Playoff Odds

The Detroit Tigers get a well-deserved off day following a road trip filled with success. Going into Yankee Stadium, sweeping the New York Yankees, practically with ease, then into Arlington to take on the Texas Rangers, taking two of three from them, and Detroit now holds a 40-50 record.

Tarik Skubal News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 6

Could Phillies be a player for Tarik Skubal at trade deadline?

With rumors continuing to surround Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal as the league approached the trade deadline, there is still speculation on what teams will pursue the star.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Detroit Tigers 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.

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Kevin McGonigle News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 6

Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle’s hometown push for All-Star nod

The Detroit Tigers have had a disappointing season thus far in 2026, currently sitting at 40-50 despite a recent road win over the Texas Rangers. The Tigers have largely been unable to build off last year’s trip to the postseason, although they have gotten some stellar play out of rookie Kevin McGonigle this season.

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Matt Seelinger News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 6

Tigers Trade Matt Seelinger To Mets

The Mets have acquired right-hander Matt Seelinger from the Tigers in exchange for cash, the team announced Monday. Chris McCosky of the Detroit News adds that Seelinger had an upward mobility clause in his contract with Detroit.

Troy Melton News / Just Baseball / July 6

Troy Melton Is Breaking Out for the Detroit Tigers

The 2024 and 2025 seasons ended in a similar fashion for the Detroit Tigers. A playoff loss with a depleted and injured rotation. In 2024, “pitching chaos,” a term sexier than bullpen games but effectively the same, was the solution.

Detroit Tigers News / Inside The Diamonds / July 6

Detroit Tigers Notebook: Weekend Recap, Series Win, All-Stars, and More

The Detroit Tigers, after dropping the series opener, rebounded with back-to-back wins against the Rangers to take the series. They improved to 40-50 with the two wins.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 5

Tigers end triumphant road trip with another win over Rangers

Riley Greene had a two-run homer and two-run triple among three hits, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 6-3 victory over the Texas Rangers on Sunday in Arlington, Texas.

Casey Mize News / Field Level Media / July 5

All eyes on Tigers' Casey Mize in series finale vs. Rangers

There has been plenty of speculation about Tarik Skubal's future this season. After all, the Detroit Tigers could trade their ace before he hits the free-agent market.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / July 4

Riley Greene HR backs Jack Flaherty as Tigers blank Rangers

Riley Greene blasted a two-run homer to support a strong outing by Jack Flaherty as the visiting Detroit Tigers blanked the Texas Rangers 3-0 on Saturday.

Jack Flaherty News / Yardbarker / July 4

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

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Detroit Tigers News / Inside The Diamonds / July 2

Detroit Tigers Notebook: Four-Run 11th Leads Tigers to Sweep, Vest to IL, Graham Has Big Night for Erie, and More

The Detroit Tigers finished off a series sweep of the Yankees, improving to 38-49. They’re eight games back of the White Sox for the American League Central.

Will Vest News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 1

Tigers Place Will Vest On Injured List

The Tigers placed Will Vest on the 15-day injured list today, ahead of their afternoon game against the Yankees. In a corresponding move, the team recalled Beau Brieske from Triple-A Toledo to take Vest’s spot in the bullpen.

Aj Hinch News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Tigers' A.J. Hinch Reaches 1,000 Career Wins

AJ Hinch became the 68th manager in big-league history to reach 1,000 regular-season wins after Detroit beat the Yankees 7-3 on Monday night at Yankee Stadium.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 29

Yankees offense has taken a detour with fifth consecutive loss

The Detroit Tigers handed the Yankees their fifth consecutive loss with a 7-3 victory on Monday night following a four-game sweep from the Boston Red Sox.

Jazz Chisholm in concussion protocol after getting clotheslined by his own teammate

Former Yankees star Anthony Rizzo calls out 'immaturity' from Jazz Chisholm Jr.

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Casey Mize News / Just Baseball / June 29

Should the Detroit Tigers Trade Casey Mize?

After a disastrous May, the Detroit Tigers rebounded in the start of June and finally started to look like the team many projected them to be. Health improved, hits started to fall in, hell, even Colt Keith had a moment of flashing power.