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MLB News / Bless You Boys / August 28
Tigers host Dodgers for 3-game weekend series starting on Friday 
The Detroit Tigers open up the second half of their current six-game home stand on Friday night against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Things have been tough lately for the Olde English D, having lost 10 of its last 12, and it will not get any easier with one of Major League Baseball’s best teams rolling into town.
Detroit Tigers News / Viral Sports News / August 28
Former Detroit Tigers Catcher Has Died
Former Detroit Tigers catcher Rich Rowland has died at 62. His son Robby shared the news Thursday, calling his father his hero, best friend, and role model.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 27
Two September Call-Ups Make the Most Sense for the Tigers’ 2027 Evaluation
The Detroit Tigers do not get to promote every interesting prospect when the calendar reaches September. The current roster rules provide only two additional spots, making each selection important for a club that must begin evaluating its 2027 roster.
The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 27
A.J. Hinch Shares His Thoughts Ahead of Tarik Skubal’s Return to Detroit
The Detroit Tigers' 2026 season hasn't gone the way many expected. Beginning the season with a Top-10 payroll in Major League Baseball to now barely staying relevant in the AL Wild Card race with a 62-71 record.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
MLB News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 27
Tigers Have One Clear Chance to Spoil Tarik Skubal’s Return to Motown
The Detroit Tigers will not have much time to process Tarik Skubal’s departure before confronting him from the opposite dugout. Less than four weeks after Detroit traded its two-time American League Cy Young Award winner, Skubal will return to Comerica Park as the Los Angeles Dodgers’ starting pitcher Friday night.
Max Anderson News / Bless You Boys / August 27
Ben Jacobs and Cameron Flukey shine on the mound, Max Anderson homers for Mud Hens
The Hens built an early lead and held on in a contest that featured a lot of traffic on the bases, but not a whole lot of run scoring. The Hens missed an opportunity in the second, but in the third they opened the scoring in this one.
Nick Sandlin News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26
Tigers Release Nick Sandlin
Right-handed reliever Nick Sandlin was released from the Tigers’ Triple-A affiliate, per the transaction log at MiLB.com. It’s possible the righty had an opt-out provision in his deal, as he’d been pitching pretty well over the past couple months.
Ricky Vanasco News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26
Braves Claim Ricky Vanasco
The Braves announced that they have claimed right-hander Ricky Vanasco off waivers from the Tigers and optioned him to Triple-A Gwinnett. Detroit designated him for assignment earlier this week when they signed Tyler Kinley, who had been released by Atlanta.
MLB News / Bless You Boys / August 26
Tigers can clinch series win vs Rays on Wednesday afternoon
The Detroit Tigers snapped their six-game losing streak on Tuesday night with a 4-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays at Comerica Park. Jackson Jobe was not incredibly sharp, but combined with the bullpen, the pitching staff stymied the visitors’ bats while a two-run homer from Max Clark helped power the good guys to the win.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / August 26
Minor League Transactions: Bodine, Lackey, Isaac Promoted
With the final few weeks of the 2026 Minor League season upon us, some notable prospects have new homes for the stretch run. Caden Bodine and Xavier Isaac are now in Triple-A, while top Twins pick Vahn Lackey is with the Cedar Rapids Kernels.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / August 25
Max Clark's blast lifts Tigers past Rays, snaps skid
Max Clark hit his second career home run to help propel host Detroit to a 4-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday, ending the Tigers' six-game losing streak.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25
Tigers pay tribute to Dolly Parton with ‘Jolene’ batting practice soundtrack
A familiar Dolly Parton song created a quiet moment at Comerica Park on Tuesday as the Detroit Tigers prepared to face the Tampa Bay Rays. “Jolene” played during early batting practice, adding significance to the routine pregame soundtrack in light of Parton’s death.
Nick Sandlin News / Viral Sports News / August 25
Detroit Tigers Part Ways With Former High Draft Pick
The Detroit Tigers released right-hander Nick Sandlin from Triple-A Toledo on Tuesday, according to the MiLB transaction log. The sidearm reliever, a former second-round pick, had been with the Mud Hens since mid-May after signing a minor-league deal.
James Outman News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26
Tigers outright James Outman
Outfielder James Outman has cleared waivers and been sent to Triple-A, according to multiple reports, including from Chris McCosky of the Detroit News.
Jackson Jobe News / Field Level Media / August 25
Losers of 6 straight, Tigers hope Jackson Jobe can tame Rays
The Detroit Tigers' bullpen failed Jackson Jobe in his last start. That didn't diminish the fact that he's quickly establishing himself as a fixture in the rotation.
Gleyber Torres News / Athlon Sports / August 24
Tigers Make Gleyber Torres Decision for Rays Game
Gleyber Torres is out of the Detroit Tigers’ starting lineup for Monday night’s series opener against the Tampa Bay Rays at Comerica Park. The veteran second baseman is getting a scheduled day off after starting 23 consecutive games.
Riley Greene News / Athlon Sports / August 24
Tigers' Riley Greene Update Surfaces Before Rays Game
The Detroit Tigers received an encouraging update on All-Star outfielder Riley Greene ahead of Monday’s series opener against the Tampa Bay Rays. Greene has returned to Detroit and will begin base-running and physical conditioning work at Comerica Park as he continues recovering from a right hamstring injury.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 24
Tigers bolster bullpen with signing of former Braves reliever Tyler Kinley
The Detroit Tigers have signed Kinley to a major league deal to bolster their bullpen amid their recent struggles.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 23
Dodgers' Tarik Skubal set to face his former team in upcoming series
The Los Angeles Dodgers will be facing the Detroit Tigers in an upcoming series, which means that Tarik Skubal is in line to face his former team.
Kevin McGonigle News / Just Baseball / August 20
Kevin McGonigle Is Exceeding All Early Expectations
The Detroit Tigers‘ improbable run to the postseason in 2024, followed by narrowly missing a chance to play for a World Series in 2025, pushed fans’ expectations for an aggressive offseason in 2026 sky-high.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 19
Rafael Flores Jr.'s historic day salvages latest Paul Skenes dud for Pirates
Paul Skenes had another disappointing outing for the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday afternoon, failing to get through five innings and allowing three earned runs with four walks.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 13
Tigers continue to catch fire without ace Tarik Skubal
Who would have thought that the Detroit Tigers would go on a hot streak following the departure of Tarik Skubal.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / August 14
Tigers make obscure history in shutout victory over Guardians
Thursday's win moved the Tigers to 60-61 this season and put them in a tie with the Texas Rangers for the third AL wild-card spot.
Riley Greene News / Yardbarker / August 14
Tigers make unfortunate Riley Greene announcement in midst of playoff push
Despite trading away Tarik Skubal ahead of the 2026 MLB trade deadline, the Detroit Tigers have remained well within striking distance of an AL wild-card spot. Detroit's chances of securing one of those spots took a major hit Wednesday afternoon with an injury announcement regarding an All-Star player.
Troy Melton News / Yardbarker / August 9
Tigers' Troy Melton emerging as ace following dominant stretch
Troy Melton has emerged as an ace for the Detroit Tigers following his continued dominance in the rotation. In his last nine starts, he's held a 0.83 ERA with 55 strikeouts and a 0.85 WHIP across 54.1 innings pitched.
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