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Detroit Tigers May Have Found a Hidden Gem in Eighth Round of 2025 Draft

The Detroit Tigers have built up the top end of their farm system through recent MLB drafts. With notable picks like Max Clark, Kevin McGonigle, and Bryce Rainer, the future looks bright in the Motor City.

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Kenley Jansen reveals the real reasons he signed with Tigers

Relief pitcher Kenley Jansen recently signed a one-year, $11 million contract with the Detroit Tigers to join their bullpen. Shortly after agreeing to the deal, Jansen shared the exact reason why he decided to sign with the club.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 19

This Tigers Star Could Be Perfect Fit for Open 2026 Team USA Roster Spot

The 2026 World Baseball Classic is set to take place in March before next season's opening day, and the roster is starting to shape up quite nicely, with both position players and the pitching staff.

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The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?

The 'Last 40-home-run season by MLB team' quiz

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

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MLB News / Yardbarker / December 19

Mets' Jonah Tong, Brandon Sproat address uncertain futures amid Tarik Skubal trade rumors

The New York Mets are among clubs routinely linked with Skubal, as big-spending Mets owner Steve Cohen possesses the resources needed to sign the 29-year-old on track to reach free agency after the 2026 season to the type of contract he will desire.

Mets' Clay Holmes seems puzzled by controversial offseason decisions

Mets Re-Sign Kevin Herget To Minor League Deal

Mets Claim Drew Romo, Designate Brandon Waddell

25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The 'AL & NL strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Troy Melton News / Bless You Boys / December 19

Troy Melton flashed potential to become a frontline starter in 2025

The 2025 breakout of rookie right-hander Troy Melton helped salvage a struggling bullpen and pitching staff in general after the All-Star break this year.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 19

Why WBC Likely Won’t Impact Tigers Ace Tarik Skubal’s Future Free Agency

The chatter this offseason has been the potential for the Detroit Tigers to trade ace Tarik Skubal. The organization has tamped down those rumors. But there is still the matter of his final season of team control with the Tigers in 2026.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 18

Tigers Sign Four Pitchers To Minor League Deals

The Tigers have made a handful of depth additions in the past few days. Relievers Jack Little and Sean Guenther return on minor league contracts after being non-tendered, according to the MLB.com transaction tracker.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 18

Dodgers Insider Believes Tigers Trade of Tarik Skubal Still Very Much in Play

The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason with the biggest question in baseball looming over them, and to this point, they have not really answered it definitively to this point.

Spencer Torkelson News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 18

Tigers Potential Free Agent Target Seen Working Out With Spencer Torkelson

The Detroit Tigers went into the offseason with fans hoping they would take a big swing on a free agent for the first time in a long time, but thus far it's been fairly tame.

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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.

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Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'AL & NL strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the league leaders in K's for both the American and National Leagues since the 2000 MLB season can you name in five minutes?

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 18

Team USA gets two big commitments for 2026 WBC

Team USA gets commitment from two-time Cy Young winner, flame-throwing closer for 2026 World Baseball Classic

The pitching staff for Team USA was already loaded prior to an announcement Thursday of two flame-throwers committing for the event.

Veteran closer Kenley Jansen fills hole in back end of Tigers bullpen

25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The 'American League Cy Young winners' quiz

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 18

Impressive Projection Shows Tigers Prospect Producing at High Levels in 2026

The Detroit Tigers have put together an extremely competitive squad through various means, both via prospect development and external acquisitions. This

Detroit Tigers News / ESPN / December 17

GM: Up to Hinch if signee Jansen is Tigers' closer

The Tigers have added one of baseball's most accomplished closers, but it will be up to manager A.J. Hinch whether Kenley Jansen takes on that role in Detroit.

Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / December 17

Veteran closer Jansen fills hole in back end of Tigers bullpen

Veteran closer Kenley Jansen fills hole in back end of Tigers bullpen

The addition of Jansen shows the Tigers are serious about improving a weakness and contending again after falling in the American League Division Series each of the past two seasons.

Diamondbacks face Ketel Marte problem in pursuit of Alex Bregman

Are Phillies one step closer to resigning star catcher J.T. Realmuto?

Mets sign another player away from the Yankees in free agency

Mike Francesa reveals alleged reasons for Mets' clubhouse issues during season

Bo Bichette is willing to make a big change for interested teams

Bichette reunion with Blue Jays may be most likely outcome

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / December 17

Tigers sign closer Kenley Jansen to one-year, $11M deal

The Detroit Tigers agreed to terms with four-time All-Star closer Kenley Jansen on a one-year, $11 million contract on Wednesday. The deal is worth $9 million for the 2026 season and includes a club option for 2027 at $12 million, with a buyout of $2 million.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 17

Here’s What Tigers Are Still After As 2025 Clock Rapidly Winds Down

The Winter Meetings have now come and gone for baseball and it isn't surprising that the Detroit Tigers didn't make any huge additions during their time in Orlando.

Drew Anderson News / Field Level Media / December 16

Tigers reach 1-year deal with RHP Drew Anderson

The Detroit Tigers and right-hander Drew Anderson agreed to terms on a one-year, $7 million contract with a club option for $10 million in the 2027 season, the team announced Tuesday.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / December 14

Have the Tigers Done Enough To Fortify Their Bullpen

When the Detroit Tigers walked off the field after 15 hard-fought innings against the Seattle Mariners, fans were left frustrated. An underwhelming trade deadline, a divisional lead blown, and weaknesses exposed throughout the final three months of the season.