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Tigers’ Tarik Skubal gets real on being swept by Guardians, playoff race

Tarik Skubal did not hold back on the Detroit Tigers’ playoff race after losing in a three-game sweep to the Cleveland Guardians on Thursday night. Skubal had a solid night with his start on the mound as he lasted six innings.

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Tigers Skipper Reveals 'Very Concerning' Initial Injury Update On Colt Keith

Things are not looking great for the Detroit Tigers right now in more ways than one. They are struggling on the field by dropping seven of their last 10 that includes a sweep against their division rival Cleveland Guardians.

Aj Hinch News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 18

AJ Hinch gets brutally honest on Tigers’ ‘tough times’ during second half

With the Detroit Tigers preparing for the 2025 MLB Playoffs, there is no denying that the team is currently going through a slump, losing seven of its last 10 games.

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The 'Switch-hitter single-season HR leaders' 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?

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25 things we learned from the 2025 MLB season

The 2025 MLB regular season is winding down, filled with record-breaking performances -- both good and bad. Here are 25 things we learned along the way.

MLB News / Bless You Boys / September 18

Guardians 3, Tigers 1: Bad times in the Motor City

On the series wrap-up day between the Tigers and the Guardians (until its sequel next week), the Tigers were hoping to come away with at least one win against their too-close-for-comfort rivals.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / September 18

Tigers activate RHP Paul Sewald, DFA RHP Jose Urquidy

Right-hander Paul Sewald joined the Tigers on Thursday for the first time since his trade deadline acquisition. Detroit activated the 35-year-old reliever from the 60-day injured list, where he landed with a right shoulder strain.

Tarik Skubal News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 18

Tigers’ Tarik Skubal reaches career high in strikeouts vs. Guardians

The Detroit Tigers entered Thursday with a 4.5-game lead over the Cleveland Guardians for the AL Central lead. That lead has shrunk, with Cleveland winning the first two games of the three-game set.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 18

Tigers’ nightmare scenario for 2025 MLB playoffs

The Detroit Tigers have a 4.5-game lead over the Cleveland Guardians in the AL Central. With 11 games to go, Detroit is most likely going to win its division for the first time since 2014.

Javier Baez News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 18

Former MLB Exec Recognizes Tigers' Javier Baez for Remarkable Bounce Back Season

One of the most popular topics for the Detroit Tigers coming into the 2025 season was what to do with Javier Baez. Signed to a massive six-year, $140 million contract ahead of the 2022 campaign, there were sizable expectations placed on him.

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Aj Hinch News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 18

Tigers’ AJ Hinch gets real on final stretch amid shockingly tight division race

The Detroit Tigers enter the final weeks of the regular season with the AL Central still hanging in the balance. Tigers manager AJ Hinch has made it clear that pressure will not define the team, even as every game carries weight.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 18

Tigers Activate Paul Sewald, Release Codi Heuer

The Tigers have activated reliever Paul Sewald from the 60-day injured list and opened a spot on the 40-man roster by releasing fellow right-hander Codi Heuer, who’d been pitching in Triple-A Toledo.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 18

Six Tigers Minor Leaguers Take Home Major Honors After High-A's Incredible Season

After winning the Midwest League title for the first time since 2015, the awards haven't stopped coming in for the Detroit Tigers' High-A affiliate; the West Michigan Whitecaps.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 18

Tigers Shocking Slump Puts Heat on Their AL Central Title Chase

The danger is getting clearer for the Detroit Tigers. The American League Central race is tightening, and they appear powerless to stop it. Detroit (86-67) fell to the Cleveland Guardians, 4-0, on Wednesday night at Comerica Park.

Tarik Skubal News / Field Level Media / September 18

Tigers bank on Tarik Skubal's skill, health in finale vs. Guardians

Tarik Skubal gave the Tigers a huge scare in his most recent start. The Cleveland Guardians are now giving Detroit a big scare, and the Tigers need their ace to deliver.

Detroit Tigers News / Minor League Baseball on SI / September 17

Tigers Infield Prospect Receives High Honor After Strong 2025 Season

The Detroit Tigers are fighting to have home-field advantage through the American League Championship Series, assuming that they make it to the postseason for the second consecutive year.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 17

Tigers Notes: Skubal, Bullpen, Vierling

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal gave the team a scare last week when he exited his start due to tightness in his left side. The obvious initial concern was that Skubal had suffered an oblique or intercostal strain that could necessitate a notable absence, but subsequent testing did not reveal a major injury.

Kyle Finnegan News / Just Baseball / September 17

The Tigers Bullpen Looks Very Different Without Kyle Finnegan

After the trade deadline had come and gone, many Detroit Tigers fans were left less than impressed. The team’s only additions? A couple of underwhelming starters and a number of bullpen arms who were either past their prime, injured, or never really had a prime to begin with.

Tarik Skubal News / Field Level Media / September 16

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal throws bullpen, ‘penciled in’ for next start

Detroit Tigers star pitcher Tarik Skubal is trending towards a return on Thursday, manager A.J. Hinch revealed to MLB Network Radio on Tuesday. The left-hander exited Friday's 8-2 loss against the Miami Marlins after experiencing tightness on his left side in his rib cage area.