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Tigers Spring Training Roster Reveal Has Four Top Prospects in Big League Camp

The Detroit Tigers are going to have some of their biggest prospects involved when they kick off spring training action this month in Lakeland. With the

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Skubal, Tigers begin arbitration, wait for ruling

Tarik Skubal, who is seeking $32M, and the Tigers, who are offering $19M, made their cases in salary arbitration, with a decision expected Thursday.

Detroit Tigers News / Last Word On Sports / February 4

One Key Player Is Ready to Become the Star the Detroit Tigers Have Been Waiting For

Every Major League franchise needs a face. A player who embodies the team, the fan base, and sometimes represents the city itself. In Detroit, that role has remained vacant since Miguel Cabrera stepped away.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 4

One Tigers Outfielder to Watch Closely This Spring Training

The Detroit Tigers turn the page to February, which means that baseball is right around the corner. With pitchers and catchers reporting soon to spring training, it won't be long before the whole team is back in Tigertown in Lakeland, Florida.

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Detroit Tigers News / ESPN / February 4

Lolich, '68 World Series hero for Tigers, dies at 85

Mickey Lolich, who pitched three complete-game victories to help the Detroit Tigers win the 1968 World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals, died Wednesday at the age of 85.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / February 4

Detroit Tigers’ great Mickey Lolich passes at age 85

The Detroit Tigers have had some great pitchers in their long history, but few made their mark the way left-hander Mickey Lolich did. The hero of the 1968 World Series passed away at age 85 on Wednesday.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 4

Tigers Iconic Pitcher, 1968 World Series Hero Passes Away at Age of 85

The Detroit Tigers lost a legend on Wednesday morning. As first reported by the Detroit Free Press, 1968 World Series MVP Mickey Lolich passed away at the age of 85 on Wednesday.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / February 4

Tigers release full roster for major league spring camp

Folks, we’re almost there. Winter still has us in its icy grip here in the north, but a week from today, pitchers and catchers will be reporting to Lakeland.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 4

Veteran Starting Pitcher Could Be X-Factor for Tigers This Season

The Detroit Tigers are getting set for the start of the regular season, and hope will be high that 2026 is going to be the year they can finally get over

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / February 4

Tigers Topics: Which Tiger do you think will break out this season?

The Detroit Tigers aren’t entirely running it back for 2026, but aside from adding Kenley Jansen, Kyle Finnegan, and Drew Anderson, we’re heading toward an Opening Day roster that is little changed form the 2025 edition.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 3

Former Tigers Infielder Back on the Market Following Recent DFA

The Detroit Tigers haven't made a significant move when adding to the lineup this offseason after being eliminated in the American League Division Series in Game 5 for the second season in a row.

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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.

Tarik Skubal News / Fastball on SI / February 3

How Tarik Skubal's Arbitration Case Could Affect Tigers, Remaining Pitching Market

The Detroit Tigers and pitcher Tarik Skubal are set to go to arbitration on Wednesday, Feb. 4, to determine the ace's salary for the 2026 season. And the outcome of this arbitration hearing could have massive ramifications on the Tigers' plans for the rest of the offseason, as well as the overall free agent pitching market.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 3

Tigers Predicted to Sign Veteran Starter To Improve Rotation

With the start of the regular season right around the corner for the Detroit Tigers, there is a fair amount of uncertainty surrounding the franchise. After

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Riley Greene News / Athlon Sports / February 3

Riley Greene Makes Career Decision Ahead of 5th Season With Tigers

The Detroit Tigers are looking to make a third straight trip to the MLB playoffs in 2026. While ace Tarik Skubal remains the face of the franchise as his future with the organization stays uncertain, he is not the only impactful player on the 40-man roster.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 3

Tigers Connection to Top Free Agent Ace is Dependent on Arbitration Outcome

The Detroit Tigers were expected to upgrade their pitching staff this offseason, however they have not exactly done as much as fans may have been hoping for.

Kenley Jansen News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 2

Kenley Jansen Addresses the Tigers’ Late-Inning Bullpen Roles

One of the bigger moves this offseason for the Detroit Tigers was signing relief pitcher Kenley Jansen to a one-year deal for the 2026 campaign. Jansen was elite post-All-Star break for the Los Angeles Angels, pitching to a 1.48 ERA in 24.1 innings pitched, collecting 22 strikeouts along the way.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 2

Tigers Were Wise to Pass on Free Agent Eugenio Suarez Despite Anger from Fans

The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason once again with high hopes from fans that legitimate upgrades would be coming, and while some areas have gotten it, the offense certainly has not.

Detroit Tigers News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

Why 2026 Could Be a Turning Point for the Detroit Tigers

In Detroit, patience has been the price of progress, and it appears the payoff is finally beginning to come. For new fans and lifelong supporters alike, 2026 represents the chance for the Tigers to deliver something that has felt distant for years: meaningful baseball.

Zach McKinstry News / Athlon Sports / February 1

Tigers' Zach McKinstry Shares Off-Field Move Before MLB Season

The Detroit Tigers are looking to make the MLB playoffs for a third straight season in 2026. The Tigers feature some of the league’s youngest players, yet they still have enough depth to remain competitive in the American League Central.

Kenley Jansen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 30

Tigers’ Kenley Jansen gets 100% real on possibly making Hall of Fame

Veteran reliever Kenley Jansen signed with the Detroit Tigers this offseason on a one-year contract. The 38-year-old will continue his impressive career for a 17th season in the Motor City.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / January 30

Top Tigers Prospects Who Could Contribute in 2026

We have reached the point in the offseason where your free agent wish list from November is now crumbled up next to the three other versions you made. Suddenly, that 35-year-old starting pitcher coming off surgery looks good, doesn’t he?

Tarik Skubal News / LWOSports.com / January 29

Last Stand in Detroit: Will the Tigers Actually Trade Tarik Skubal?

The Detroit Tigers entered the 2025-2026 offseason in a position most franchises dream of, yet one that brings immense anxiety: they possess the reigning back-to-back American League Cy Young Award winner, Tarik Skubal, who is quickly approaching free agency.

Tarik Skubal News / Fastball on SI / January 27