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On YouTubeDetroit Tigers News / Inside The Diamonds / March 31
Game Recap: Verlander Roughed up in First Tigers Start in over Eight Years
The Detroit Tigers and Arizona Diamondbacks played the first game of their three-game series. Justin Verlander made his return to the mound for the Tigers
Justin Verlander News / Larry Brown Sports / March 31
Justin Verlander comments on his concerning first start in Tigers reunion
Justin Verlander did not have a feel-good 2026 debut with the Detroit Tigers. Making his first start since reuniting with Detroit, the 43-year-old Verlander was pummeled by the Arizona Diamondbacks’ offense on Monday at Chase Field in Phoenix, Ariz.
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?
Justin Verlander News / ESPN / March 31
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 / 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.
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.
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 / 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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