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BYB 2026 Tigers prospect reports #45: RHP Preston Howey

The Detroit Tigers draft strategy under Scott Harris has focused on prep talent and a few value plays for college players. That has left them looking for bargain development projects with their other picks in order to save the money to go overslot on their main targets.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / January 16

BYB 2026 Tigers prospect reports #46: UTIL Woody Hadeen

The Detroit Tigers selected UC Irvine shortstop Woody Hadeen in the sixth round of the 2024 amateur draft, paying him $300,000. The switch-hitter was known for his outlandish contact ability as well as his defensive versatility.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 16

Where Tigers’ Starting Pitching Depth Ranks in MLB Entering Spring Training

The Detroit Tigers' pitching staff, headed by two-time Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal, appears to be a strong point as the new season approaches. Although

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 15

Detroit Tigers Well Represented in AL Central Top 20 Prospects

The Detroit Tigers have one of the best farm systems in Major League Baseball entering 2026, ranked third according to MLB executives behind the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Seattle Mariners.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 15

Tigers Take 3 Big Swings in International Signing Market With Large-Scale Deals

The Detroit Tigers have had a pretty solid offseason so far, bringing in some key pieces to bolster their bullpen and retaining some of their most notable contributors during the arbitration deadline.

Tarik Skubal News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 15

What really happened with Tigers-Tarik Skubal arbitration situation

It’s been a drama-filled offseason for the Detroit Tigers so far, as rumors have swirled around the future of ace Tarik Skubal. However, the latest speculation may shed light on what is actually going on with Skubal’s arbitration saga.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 15

MLB Writer Suggests Tigers Should Welcome Top Free Agent Back to Detroit

Assuming ace Tarik Skubal stays put for one more season, the Detroit Tigers still need to provide him with some backup on the mound. Ideally, they'd be able to acquire a player who won't break the bank.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / January 15

BYB 2026 Tigers prospect reports #47: RHP Carlos Marcano

We’ve had a little bit of a soft spot for right-hander Carlos Marcano over the past few seasons. The 22-year-old has barely gotten a mention nationally, and that was pretty understandable until late in the 2025 season.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / January 15

State of the Tigers’ Rotation and Why They Still Need More

Entering spring training of this past season, the Detroit Tigers had a plethora of starters. Top prospect Jackson Jobe was the flashy new guy, with Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal leading the charge.

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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.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 15

Tigers 'Casting Wide Net' in Search of Additional Pitching Help, Per Insider

The Detroit Tigers are reportedly not satisfied with where their pitching staff is at despite some serious moves already in free agency. President of baseball operations Scott Harris has largely rebuilt the bullpen with some big swings including keeping Kyle Finnegan in the fold and signing Kenley Jansen to essentially rebuild the bullpen.

Eric Silva News / Bless You Boys / January 15

BYB 2026 Tigers prospect reports #48: RHP Eric Silva

The July 2024 deadline feels like a very long time ago now with two postseason appearances separating the Tigers from their last sell cycle at a trade deadline.

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Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 14

Tigers bring back veteran pitcher on minor league deal

The Detroit Tigers continued to shape their pitching depth ahead of the 2026 season by bringing back a familiar arm on a low-risk deal. By adding a dependable left-handed option, the move subtly increases roster depth while reaffirming the organization’s emphasis on adaptability.

Tarik Skubal News / Bless You Boys / January 14

Tarik Skubal’s arbitration fight is a proxy for everything we don’t like about sports

Since news emerged last week that the Detroit Tigers and their ace left-hander, Tarik Skubal, were $13 million apart in arbitration numbers, the whole thing has quickly blown up into a proxy for everything distasteful about the business of sports, and every frustration surrounding the Tigers, specifically.

Alex Bregman News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 14

Tigers Insider Explains Real Reason Why Team Did Not Pursue Alex Bregman

The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason with similar holes on the roster they were dealing with a year prior after their playoff elimination in the exact same game of the ALDS.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 14

Tigers Considered Best Free Agent Fit for Two-Time All-Star Third Baseman

With free agent options dwindling and the Detroit Tigers still in need of help at third base, the club continues to be connected to a well-traveled veteran slugger coming off of an All-Star season who began his career in Motown.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 13

Former MVP Josh Donaldson's Harsh Reaction to Tarik Skubal-Tigers Arbitration Gap

The Detroit Tigers have made headlines this past week surrounding how they've handled the Tarik Skubal situation. With Skubal entering his last year before free agency, the Tigers have yet to extend or trade him, which has left Tigers fans quite emotional as of late.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 13

Insiders Critiquing Passive Tigers Offseason in Mid-Winter Progress Report

It is now mid-January, and surprisingly, there are still a plethora of free agents looking for their next home, and the Detroit Tigers need to go get one of them.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 13

Tigers Lose Out in Trade Pursuit of Veteran Third Baseman in Blockbuster Deal

The Detroit Tigers went into the offseason with fans in an ideal world wanting them to add not just to the pitching staff, but also to the lineup. While there have been some nice moves made especially in the bullpen, it's largely been an underwhelming winter on the offensive side of things since the retention of Gleyber Torres.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 13

Tigers Pursuit of More Pitching Likely Dependent on Skubal Arbitration Outcome

The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason as one of the main topics in baseball given the contract status of their repeat American League Cy Young ace. All winter long, folks have openly speculated on whether or not Detroit could do the unthinkable and trade away Tarik Skubal as he enters the final year of team control.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 13

Tigers Reunite with Former Bullpen Standout to Further Bolster Depth

The Detroit Tigers acquired a familiar face to join their bullpen on Monday night with spring training just a few weeks away and urgency being raised to create additional depth.

Bryan Sammons News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 12

Tigers To Re-Sign Bryan Sammons To Minor League Deal

The Tigers are signing left-hander Bryan Sammons to a minor league contract, reports Jon Morosi of The MLB Network. The 6’4″ southpaw will be in camp as a non-roster invitee.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / January 11

Assessing the Detroit Tigers’ Center Field Situation

Heading into the 2025 season the Detroit Tigers thought they had center field all figured out. Parker Meadows was coming off an electric second half where he flashed his high-end defensive traits, plus bat, and speed that made him such an important player down the stretch in 2025.

Burch Smith News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 8

Tigers, Burch Smith Agree To Minor League Deal

The Tigers signed reliever Burch Smith to a minor league contract, reports Evan Petzold of The Detroit Free-Press. The righty receives an invitation to MLB camp and will be guaranteed a $1.5MM base salary if he makes the big league roster.

Dillon Dingler News / Athlon Sports / January 6

Tigers' Dillon Dingler Announces Personal News Amid MLB Offseason

The Detroit Tigers had several valuable contributors last season who helped the club make another run to the MLB playoffs. One of the most underrated was catcher Dillon Dingler, who just completed his second year in Detroit.