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The Detroit Tigers sit atop the American League Central division, more than ten games better than their competition. Detroit saw three players selected as starters in the Major League Baseball All-Star Game.

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Javier Baez Starting the All-Star Game is the Biggest Surprise of 2025

Sit back and think about what has surprised you this season so far. If you are like me, the news of Javy Baez starting in the All-Star game, as an outfielder, has blocked my ability to come up with much else.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 2

Tigers’ Javier Báez joins Pete Rose, Albert Pujols company after latest All-Star selection

The Detroit Tigers’ incredible turnaround in 2025 just got a major stamp of approval as three of their stars are headed to the All-Star Game as starters.

Javier Baez News / Larry Brown Sports / July 2

Fans react to Javier Baez getting named a starter in MLB All-Star Game

Fans were stunned to see the news about Baez starting.

NL has advantage entering All-Star Game after MLB reveals starters

Tigers slugger headed to injured list with hamstring injury

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Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Tigers P Jack Flaherty Called Out By Detroit Legend Amid Rough Start Wednesday

The Detroit Tigers recently fell behind the Los Angeles Dodgers in the race for MLB's best record heading into the All-Star Break, a situation that many felt was inevitable considering the rash of injuries that has hit manager AJ Hinch's team.

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Who should be the starting MLB All-Stars at every position?

The starting lineups for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game are set to be revealed on July 6. While the fans have their say for the starting lineups, the most deserving All-Star starters could be very different than the actual starters.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 2

Could Tigers Look To Make Blockbuster Trade With Marlins Ahead of Deadline?

When examining the Detroit Tigers' roster, there are no glaring needs. They have been getting the job done in every facet of the game, improving upon all of their weaknesses that were on display during their unprecedented run to the postseason in 2024.

Justyn-Henry Malloy News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Tigers Make Big Justyn Henry-Malloy Move After Nationals Game Wednesday

The Detroit Tigers' bats came to life in Game 1 of their double header against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday as pitcher Tyler Holton and and three other pitchers combined to hold Oliver Marmol's team to two runs in an 11-2 Tigers victory.

Riley Greene News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 2

Riley Greene ties career milestone with absurd performance vs. Nationals

Riley Greene has been one of the best hitters in baseball this season, and he is on an absolute tear right now. Greene has been a very tough out the last two weeks, and that was the case on Wednesday against the Washington Nationals.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 2

Tigers Prospect Cracks Top 10 of Latest MLB Pipeline Top 100 Rankings

The Detroit Tigers are in the midst of a dream season, as the team stands as the best in the American League with the calendar flipped to July. The Tigers are 54-32, a whole 12.5 games clear of the second place team in the AL Central.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / July 2

ESPN Adds Another Tigers Sunday Night Game as Detroit’s Surge Continues

The last time the Tigers played on Sunday Night Baseball, it felt like the start of something. Now it feels like confirmation that they are one of the hottest and most exciting teams in baseball. Detroit is back in ESPN’s national spotlight on July 20, when the Tigers travel to Texas to face the defending champion Rangers.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / July 2

Riley Greene blasts two 3-run homers as Tigers rout Nationals

Riley Greene hit a pair of three-run home runs, Jake Rogers and Spencer Torkelson also went deep and the Detroit Tigers routed the Washington Nationals 11-2 Wednesday in the opener of a day-night doubleheader.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Tigers Need to Add a Starter at Deadline, Insider Says

The Tigers have the reigning Cy Young winner in Tarik Skubal. They have an offense that’s deeper and more versatile than it gets credit for. And according to The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal, they might be just one move away from being truly dangerous come October.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 2

Tigers Reportedly Among Teams 'Closely Monitoring' Pirates Star

Third base seems like an area the Detroit Tigers will go after ahead of the trade deadline. Jace Jung has not given them the production they were expecting, and that has forced them to utilize Zach McKinstry as more of the everyday guy instead of all around the infield.

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Reese Olson News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Detroit Tigers Announce Time Sensitive Injury Update on Starting Pitcher Reese Olson

The Detroit Tigers battled the Washington Nationals in Game 1 of their double header at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. Wednesday in hopes of improving their stellar, 53-32 record, which ranks just behind the Los Angeles Dodgers for best in Major League Baseball.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Tigers May Deal Former First-Round Pick for an All-Star Third Baseman

Once viewed as a core piece of the Tigers’ future, Jace Jung may now be viewed as a trade chip. MLB.com insider Mark Feinsand reported this week that the Tigers could be open to moving the 2022 first-round pick if it means plugging a more urgent hole at third base before the trade deadline.

Jason Foley News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Tigers Share Injury Update on Former Closer Jason Foley

The Detroit Tigers' organization has suddenly become one of the best and deepest talent-wise in Major League Baseball with the team maintaining its place in the penthouse of the American League Central despite a rash of injuries.

Alex Cobb News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Tigers Announce Injury News on SP Alex Cobb Ahead of Doubleheader vs. Nationals

The Detroit Tigers have maintained their MLB best record headed toward the All-Star break in the face of a rash of injuries that have plagued the team in recent weeks.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 2

Tigers Rank High on Trade Landing Spots for Red Sox All-Star Slugger

This past offseason, the Detroit Tigers had a few areas of weakness they were looking to address. Amongst them was their lineup, where they tried to add more pop after relying heavily on elite pitching performances in 2024 to carry the load.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Tigers in Deadline Fight for All-Star Who Could Change Season

The Tigers know they need bullpen help. That’s likely a given before the trade deadline. But if there’s a bat out there who fits what this team needs it might just be Eugenio Suarez. And Detroit is going to have to fight for him.

Detroit Tigers News / Inside The Diamonds / July 2

Detroit Tigers Roster Moves 7/2/2025

The Detroit Tigers play game one of their series against the Washington Nationals. They will play game two as well. Last night’s game was rained out. The Tigers are placing right-handed pitcher Sawyer Gipson-Long on the injured list with neck stiffness.

Max Clark News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 2

Detroit Tigers Superstar Prospect Shoots in to Top 10 of New Rankings, Pulls Ahead of Max Clark

Detroit Tigers' electric prospect Kevin McGonigle has vaulted himself into the Top 10 of the latest MLB Pipeline prospect rankings, which were released on Tuesday.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 2

Five Detroit Tigers Targets to Watch as MLB Trade Deadline Approaches

The Detroit Tigers are the best team in baseball. That doesn’t mean the Tigers don’t need some help at the trade deadline. The Tigers still have an issue at third base, in addition to a secondary issue at shortstop.

Kerry Carpenter News / Field Level Media / July 1

Tigers place OF Kerry Carpenter (hamstring) on IL

The Detroit Tigers are placing outfielder Kerry Carpenter on the 10-day injured list due to a right hamstring issue, manager AJ Hinch said Tuesday. The Tigers plan to recall infielder Trey Sweeney from Triple-A Toledo in a corresponding move ahead of Tuesday's series opener against the Nationals in Washington, D.C.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / July 1

Detroit Tigers Prospect Report – July 2025

What a year it has been for Detroit Tigers baseball. From selling at the 2024 deadline to reaching the playoffs and winning a series, to now being the first team to 50 wins in 2025.

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