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Justin Verlander Shaky in Long-Awaited Return to Tigers Rotation

There isn't much that is quite as heartwarming as seeing Justin Verlander take the mound for the Detroit Tigers once again. This could easily be his final year before retirement, and for it to end with the team that launched his Hall-of-Fame career is straight out of a storybook.

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Diamondbacks spoil Verlander's return to Tigers

The Diamondbacks roughed up three-time Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander in his return to the Tigers during a 9-6 victory Monday night.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / March 31

D-backs hold on, spoil Justin Verlander's return to Tigers

Corbin Carroll homered, tripled and drove in four runs and the Arizona Diamondbacks survived a late Detroit rally to spoil Justin Verlander's return to the Tigers with a 9-6 victory in Phoenix on Monday.

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Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / March 31

Diamondbacks 9, Tigers 6: Snakes spoil Verlander’s Tigers return

Things finally came full circle after eight years and seven months away from home. Justin Verlander returned to the mound in regular season action as a Detroit Tiger on Monday night in Arizona.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

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Justin Verlander News / Detroit Tigers on SI / March 30

Lineups Backing Justin Verlander in Key Starts Turns into Tigers Time Warp

Ever Justin Verlander is aware of the craziness of what happening when he starts for the Detroit Tigers on Monday in Arizona. How does one know? Verlander changed the photo on his X (formerly Twitter) bio page to the photo he took on 2005 Detroit Tigers media day.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 30

Giants Make Trade With Tigers After 3 Straight Losses

It's been a frustrating start to the season for the San Francisco Giants, who have scored just one run in their first three games of the season, all losses.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 30

Giants To Acquire Dylan Smith

The Giants are acquiring right-hander Dylan Smith from the Tigers, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. Detroit designated him for assignment when setting their Opening Day roster last week and will get cash considerations in return.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / March 30

Tigers Prospect Off to Electric Start in 2026 — and It’s Not McGonigle

Despite playing just 43 games last season at Double-A Erie, Max Clark began the 2026 season at Triple-A Toledo and has proven himself already. The 21-year-old outfielder has a single, double, walked four times, and stolen three bases over 10 at-bats this season.

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.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / March 30

Tigers Monday Review: Which Detroit Players Shined and Failed to Open Season

The Detroit Tigers began their quest for a World Series title last week with the first series of the season against the San Diego Padres, taking two of three before dropping the final game on Saturday.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / March 30

Mud Hens rally then implode as the IronPigs sweep

The Toledo Mud Hens had plenty of chances to end their three-game opening series against the Lehigh Valley IronPigs with a win, but some late mistakes from the bullpen led to an 8-7 walk-off loss.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / March 30

Tigers’ Strong Rotation Could Get Even Better Later This Season

The Detroit Tigers could be getting two important arms back later this season, and both would be joining a pitching staff that is already off to a great start.

Justin Verlander News / Field Level Media / March 29

Justin Verlander, Tigers out to spoil D-backs' home opener

After a day to recover from a season-opening three-game sweep by the two-time defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers, the Arizona Diamondbacks return to Phoenix for their home opener Monday against the Detroit Tigers in the first game of a three-game set.

Justin Verlander News / Detroit Tigers on SI / March 29

Reliving Justin Verlander’s Final Tigers Start Ahead of His Emotional Return

The Detroit Tigers got the 2026 season off on the right foot, going into San Diego to take on the Padres and leaving San Diego with a 2-1 record. Before the Tigers return to Detroit to play their home opener at Comerica Park on April 3 against the St.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 29

Tigers’ Scott Harris gives encouraging updates on 2 injured pitchers

After making the playoffs the last two seasons, the Detroit Tigers are looking to go on an even deeper run in 2026. Having some extra pitchers in the mix could be what Detroit needs to get over the hump.

Connor Seabold News / Bless You Boys / March 29

Connor Seabold illustrates why the Tigers signed him

All throughout spring training, a tough question in Detroit Tigers camp was who would take the last spot in their bullpen. Their seven best relief options were pretty obvious, other than the question of whether Keider Montero would stay stretched out to start or not, but no one stepped to take the last right-handed spot in the pen.

Kevin McGonigle News / Detroit Tigers on SI / March 29

Kevin McGonigle's Recent Performance is Thrilling for Tigers Future Goals

There isn't a person following baseball right now who doesn't know the name Kevin McGonigle, the Detroit Tigers' shortstop. It is nearly unheard of for a player to step into the majors after skipping Triple-A entirely and impact the game as impressively as this 21-year-old has done.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 29

Tigers Share 2 Injury Updates Before Diamondbacks Series

The Detroit Tigers hold a 2-1 record heading into their upcoming series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Ahead of the series, Tigers president of baseball operations Scott Harris provided injury updates on pitchers Troy Melton and Jackson Jobe.

Kevin McGonigle News / Total Pro Sports / March 29

Padres Outfielder Shares Playful Banter With Kevin McGonigle After Robbing Tigers Rookie Of First MLB Home Run

Even though he did not have a particularly strong 2025 season, San Diego Padres center fielder Jackson Merrill is still one of the best young players in the MLB.

MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / March 29

MLB Game Recap: Tigers Shut Out in First Loss of 2026 Season

The Detroit Tigers and San Diego Padres played the final game of their three-game series. Jack Flaherty got the ball for the Tigers while the Padres countered with Randy Vasquez.

Kevin McGonigle News / Field Level Media / March 28

Tigers' Kevin McGonigle off to hot MLB start vs. Padres

Detroit Tigers' top prospect Kevin McGonigle isn't wasting any time showing he's ready for the major leagues. The 21-year-old Tigers rookie is 5-for-8 over his first two games, including the decisive two-run single in his second outing.

Zach McKinstry News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Tigers Announce Zach McKinstry Decision on Opening Day

The Detroit Tigers lineup is much deeper now that top prospect Kevin McGonigle has made the 26‑man Opening Day roster. The Tigers starting rotation remains the team’s biggest strength, especially after signing left‑hander Framber Valdez in free agency, but if they want to make real noise in October, the offense will have to produce.

Dylan Smith News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25

Tigers Designate Dylan Smith For Assignment

The Tigers announced they’ve designated reliever Dylan Smith for assignment. They needed to open a 40-man roster spot for rookie shortstop Kevin McGonigle, who is breaking camp.

Kevin McGonigle News / Yardbarker / March 24

MLB's No. 2 prospect makes Tigers' roster for Opening Day

After a great showing in spring training, rookie infielder Kevin McGonigle made the Detroit Tigers' Opening Day roster, the team announced Tuesday. The Pennsylvania native is baseball’s No.

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