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Detroit Tigers News / ESPN / February 25

Verlander, Valdez to get final Tigers pay in 2039

Justin Verlander and Framber Valdez will receive the final payments from their new contracts with the Tigers in 2039, with the team deferring $31 million of the $128 million it committed to the pitchers.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / February 25

Tigers Topics: Who will be Detroit’s best hitter this season?

Spring training is officially here, and while it still feels a lot like winter in a lot of places, Florida and Arizona have been buzzing with activity this week.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / February 25

MLB News: Tarik Skubal, World Baseball Classic, Spring Training, Bryce Harper

Happy Wednesday everyone! We’ve had real baseball on our screens, complete with curmudgeon announcers griping about players with too many chains, and hot Tigers’ prospects missing some routine fly balls (both Max Clark, sorry Max).

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Brendan White News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 24

Mariners, Brendan White Agree To Minor League Deal

The Mariners are signing reliever Brendan White out of the independent ranks, according to an announcement from the Atlantic League’s Lancaster Stormers.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 24

Tarik Skubal Conundrum Shows Major Issues on World Baseball Classic Calendar

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal made some major headlines on Monday with regards to his status for Team USA in the upcoming World Baseball Classic next month.

MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / February 24

MLB Spring Training Recap: Tigers Spring Bats Silenced Again

The Detroit Tigers faced the Atlanta Braves today in Grapefruit League play. CF – Parker Meadows SS – Kevin McGonigle RF – Wenceel Perez DH – Jahmai Jones 2B – Zach McKinstry LF – Max Clark 3B – Hao-Yu Lee 1B – Jace Jung C – Tomas Nido LHP – Enmanuel De Jesus RF – Ronald Acuna Jr.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 24

What the Tigers Are Quietly Prioritizing in Bullpen Roles in 2026

The Detroit Tigers enter spring training with a loaded pitching staff. Scott Harris sought after quality arms and successfully improved the starting rotation.

Jack Flaherty News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 24

Why Jack Flaherty's Spring Focus Matters More Than His Results

The Detroit Tigers and Jack Flaherty first joined forces in December 2023 when the right-hander signed with the franchise as a free agent. During his time with the Tigers in 2024, he logged a stunning 2.95 ERA and 133 strikeouts across 106.2 innings pitched through 18 starts.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 24

Miguel Cabrera Opens Up About Justin Verlander’s Tigers Homecoming

The Detroit Tigers made one of the more nostalgic signings this offseason by adding three-time Cy Young Award winner, nine-time All-Star recipient and former MVP Justin Verlander on a one-year $13 million deal, with $11 million in deferrals.

Gleyber Torres News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 24

Tigers Slugger Gleyber Torres Discloses Reasons He Signed Back with Detroit

The Detroit Tigers went into the offseason with fans hoping to see some major steps taken from a 2025 campaign which showed flashes of brilliance but did not end the way anyone wanted it to.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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 24

BYB 2026 Tigers prospect reports #29: OF Seth Stephenson

Something the Detroit Tigers have lacked for a long, long time is speed. Sure, they have some players who can run and plenty who grade out around average, but I’m talking about a real burner.

Justin Verlander News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24

Justin Verlander, Miggy Tigers reunion prompts ‘unbelievable’ reaction

The Detroit Tigers pulled off a widely-acclaimed move this past offseason when they brought back franchise legend Justin Verlander, who last pitched for the franchise back in 2017, in free agency — signing him to a one-year, $13 million pact.

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Tarik Skubal News / Last Word On Sports / February 23

Team USA Gets a Glimpse While Detroit Gets Priority

Every four years, the game’s elite are called to represent their country on one of baseball’s biggest stages: the World Baseball Classic. To take the ball for the United States national baseball team is reserved for the sport’s premier arms.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 23

Tigers' Prospect Kevin McGonigle Received Crucial Advice From Spencer Torkelson for Spring Training

As spring training kicks into gear, all eyes have turned to the Detroit Tigers' top prospect, Kevin McGonigle. The shortstop made his debut on Saturday against the New York Yankees and wasted no time.

Tarik Skubal News / Field Level Media / February 23

Spring training roundup: Tarik Skubal starts strong, Tigers lose to Twins

Two-time defending American League Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal delivered two shutout innings in his spring training debut, but his Detroit Tigers were blanked in a 3-0 loss to the Minnesota Twins Monday in Lakeland, Fla.

MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / February 23

MLB Spring Training Recap: Tigers Shut Out in Skubal’s Spring Debut

Two Central Division rivals clashed in Grapefruit League play today. The Minnesota Twins and Detroit Tigers met for the first time this season today in

Tarik Skubal News / Yardbarker / February 23

2025 Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal reveals his plans for WBC

Two-time American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers plans to make only one start for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, a decision that could impact the team’s pitching depth in the tournament.

Shohei Ohtani reveals what needs to happen for him to pitch in WBC

Edwin Diaz responds to Steve Cohen’s shady comments about him

Mets' Francisco Lindor reacts to Cohen 'never' having a team captain

Brandon Nimmo opens up about alleged 2025 Mets' clubhouse problems

Pirates could get pitcher Jared Jones back sooner than expected

Detroit Tigers News / Last Word On Sports / February 22