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Tigers Kick Off Second Half at Top of Latest MLB Power Rankings

The 2025 MLB All-Star break has now come and gone, and teams around the league are getting ready to kick off the second half of the campaign in earnest in an action-packed weekend slate.

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Top prospects Detroit Tigers must trade at 2025 MLB trade deadline

The Detroit Tigers are currently the best team in Major League Baseball. Remarkably, they have leveled up and are contenders for the World Series. Even with that, the Tigers might need to make a deal at the MLB trade deadline to address their needs.

Felix Bautista News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 18

Tigers Should Be All Over Potential Orioles Blockbuster Trade for Felix Bautista

The Detroit Tigers are among the most prominent contenders in Major League Baseball as they prepare to come out of the All-Star break with the most wins out of anyone.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 18

Giants to select Matt Gage

The Giants are selecting the contract of left-handed reliever Matt Gage, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. They’ll need to open spots on both the 26-man and 40-man rosters to make his promotion official.

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Tarik Skubal News / Athlon Sports / July 18

Tarik Skubal Has Chance to Pass 2025 MLB All-Star on Tigers All-Time Strikeouts List

The Detroit Tigers are scheduled to resume regular season play tonight at 8:05 p.m. ET against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Alrington, Texas, carrying with them the best record in Major League Baseball.

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25 MLB players who might be fantasy league winners in the second half

It's crunch time for fantasy baseball managers as we head into the final two months of the regular season. These 25 players could make all the difference as pickups or acquisitions for fantasy rosters.

Spencer Turnbull News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 18

Former Tigers Standout Spencer Turnbull Lands With National League Contender

Former Detroit Tigers right-hander Spencer Turnbull is landing with a new organization. As first reported by Jon Heyman of the New York Post, Turnbull is signing with the Chicago Cubs.

Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / July 18

Detroit Tigers Trying to Do Something Only Done Five Times in History

The Detroit Tigers will kick off the second half of the season on Friday night when they visit the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Though Detroit lost four straight games prior to the All-Star break, they still enter play with the best record in baseball at 59-38.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 18

Tigers Former Star Eugenio Suárez Says He's Interested in Trade Deadline Reunion

As the Detroit Tigers prepare to approach the trade deadline, they have been at the center of numerous rumors and proposals. With a chance to put the finishing

Tarik Skubal News / Fastball on SI / July 18

Detroit Tigers' Tarik Skubal in Incredibly Historic Group as Second Half Begins

After winning the American League Cy Young Award last season, Detroit Tigers' ace Tarik Skubal could be headed for a repeat victory. He heads into the second half of the campaign at 10-3 with a 2.23 ERA.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 17

Tigers on top perch, Rangers chasing to open the second half of the season

The Detroit Tigers and Texas Rangers return from the All-Star break in vastly different positions when they square off on Friday in Arlington, Texas. The Tigers send right-hander Reese Olson (4-3, 2.95 ERA) to the mound to start while the Rangers counter with southpaw Patrick Corbin (6-7, 4.15).

Jack Flaherty News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 17

Tigers Starter Jack Flaherty Will Be Key for Franchise in Second Half

The Detroit Tigers have entered the All-Star break with the best record in the American League and are looking to continue that in the second half. It has been a fantastic first half of the season for the Tigers, who have exceeded expectations and are the team to beat in the AL.

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The 20 greatest MLB managers who never won a World Series

Success in Major League Baseball can be measured in many ways; namely, winning a World Series. As a player, it is truly special. Meanwhile, doing so in the capacity of manager is a significant accomplishment, considering the pressure to succeed.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / July 17

Tigers Make Exciting Announcement One Day Before Second Half

The Detroit Tigers will enter the second half of the MLB season with the best record in baseball at 59–38. Their success earned them six All-Star selections—Tarik Skubal, Casey Mize, Riley Greene, Javier Baez, Gleyber Torres and Zach McKinstry.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 17

Tigers Prospect Graduations Leads To Shake Up in Farm System's Top 10 Post-MLB Draft

The Detroit Tigers had one of the most highly regarded farm systems in baseball coming into 2025. That has only been strengthened with a few of their recent top draft picks, center fielder Max Clark, shortstop Kevin McGonigle and shortstop Bryce Rainer, all being arrow-up prospects heading in the right direction.

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Tarik Skubal News / Total Apex Sports / July 17

Detroit Tigers Starting Pitcher Tarik Skubal On Historic Pace In 2025

Detroit Tigers Starting Pitcher Tarik Skubal is arguably the best pitcher in Major League Baseball. He has added to his resume with a great first half of the regular season.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 17

Tigers Mentioned as Trade Deadline Fit For Orioles Intriguing Gold Glove Winner

The Detroit Tigers may have struggled their way through the last several games of the first half of the year ahead of the All-Star break, but they are still very much in a strong position.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 17

Tigers Schedule Superstar Ace’s First Start Since All-Star Game Appearance

Tarik Skubal pitched just one inning in Tuesday’s All-Star Game, so the Detroit Tigers had plenty of options to schedule his next start. The Tigers have opted to start him on Sunday, on normal rest, against the Texas Rangers, per the Rangers’ official PR account on social media.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 17

Four Tigers Who Will Be X-Factors for Franchise After All-Star Break

The Detroit Tigers capped off an amazing first half of the season with the best record in the American League and have emerged as the team to beat. After a fantastic end to last year, the Tigers have built off the momentum that they created and have improved so far in 2025.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / July 17

Hot Tigers Prospect Named Candidate to Join Bullpen for 2025 MLB Playoffs Run

The Detroit Tigers entered MLB's All-Star Break with the best record in baseball after outdueling the Los Angeles Dodgers for the distinction and placing six players on the American League All-Star roster.

Jack Flaherty News / Athlon Sports / July 16

Tigers' Jack Flaherty Gets Important Distinction Heading Into Second Half of MLB Season

The Detroit Tigers carried the best record in Major League Baseball into the MLB All-Star Break and were fairly rewarded with six players on the roster, most in the league.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16

1 Fatal flaw Detroit Tigers must address before 2025 MLB trade deadline

The Detroit Tigers are having an excellent season, currently possessing the best record in the American League. It has gone so well that Detroit has posted record numbers they have not seen in years.