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Tigers extend manager A.J. Hinch following ALDS defeat

The Detroit Tigers extended the contract of A.J. Hinch, their manager for the past five seasons, the team announced Monday. President of baseball operations Scott Harris confirmed the extension without disclosing terms at the club's season-ending press conference, which followed Detroit's elimination in the American League Division Series.

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Tigers Starting Rotation Grades Out Above Average After 2025 Season

The Detroit Tigers' season came to a close on Friday after the Seattle Mariners won a dog fight of a winner-take-all elimination game that went 15 innings.

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Tigers Prospects Shine in First Week of Arizona Fall League

The first week of the 2025 Arizona Fall League season is in the books and multiple Detroit Tigers prospects have gotten off to a great start. The most notable performance comes from an infield prospect whose 2025 breakout season earned him a top 10 spot in the Tigers' prospect rankings on MLB Pipeline.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Tarik Skubal News / Athlon Sports / October 13

Tigers' President Sends Tarik Skubal Message as Trade Decision Nears

The Detroit Tigers season came to an end last Friday after losing to the Seattle Mariners in Game 5 of the ALDS. The Tigers fought hard for 15 innings, yet came up short with the Mariners breaking through to win 3–2.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 13

Tigers extended manager A.J. Hinch earlier this season

The Tigers and manager A.J. Hinch quietly agreed to a long-term contract extension during the 2025 season, president of baseball operations Scott Harris announced at his end-of-season press conference (video link).

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 13

Five Thoughts on Tigers Season That Ended with Playoff Disappointment

After being 11.5 games up at the All-Star break and looking to sail smoothly into home field advantage, the Detroit Tigers collapsed in an epic fashion, nearly missing the playoffs.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / October 13

Kevin McGonigle and Max Anderson start strong in the Arizona Fall League

The Scottsdale Scorpions, featuring the Detroit Tigers prospects playing in the Arizona Fall League got their short season underway starting on Monday, October 6.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 12

Tigers Ace Tarik Skubal Sounds Like He Won't Negotiate New Deal This Offseason

The Detroit Tigers suffered a heartbreaking defeat on Friday night in Game 5 of the American League Divisional Series against the Seattle Mariners in 15 innings.

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Zach McKinstry News / Sporting News / October 12

Tigers predicted to offer two-years, $30 million to $66 million two-time All-Star to upgrade from Zach McKinstry

This would be the offensive upgrade the Tigers are looking for.

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Tigers Critical Free Agent Signing Interested in Returning After Huge Season

The Detroit Tigers have just suffered an absolutely heartbreaking playoff exit by being on the wrong end of a 15-inning thriller on Friday night to once again fall one game shy of their first ALCS since 2013.

Detroit Tigers News / Legends On Deck / October 12

Tigers Season Ends, Speculation Begins

The American League Division Series was, in many ways, a microcosm of the Detroit Tigers 2025 season. Game 4 represented the first half of the Tigers season.

Kyle Finnegan News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 12

Tigers' Kyle Finnegan Makes Strong Statement on His Upcoming Free Agency

At the trade deadline back in July, the Detroit Tigers added some key bullpen arms for the stretch run and the postseason. One relief pitcher they acquired was veteran Kyle Finnegan from the Washington Nationals for a pair of prospects.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 12

Should Tigers Have Pulled Tarik Skubal Early in Game Five of ALDS?

The Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners played a dramatic 15-inning duel in game five of the American League Division Series. A game that lasted nearly five hours saw the Mariners emerge victorious, courtesy of a walk-off single from Jorge Polanco.

Tarik Skubal News / Athlon Sports / October 11

Tarik Skubal Sends Farewell Message After 6th Season With Tigers

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal followed his 2024 Cy Young campaign with more dominance in 2025. Taking home the AL Triple Crown last season with a 2.39 ERA, 228 strikeouts, and an 18-4 record, Skubal was even better by some metrics this year.

Kyle Finnegan News / Sporting News / October 11

Tigers' Kyle Finnegan hoping for Detroit reunion in free agency

Kyle Finnegan wants to return to Detroit this winter.

Detroit Tigers News / Sporting News / October 11

Tigers' Kerry Carpenter joins Babe Ruth in postseason history with insane stat

Kerry Carpenter was historically great for the Tigers in Game 5 of the ALDS.

Jack Flaherty News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 11

Tigers right-hander undecided on player option for 2026

Following the Tigers’ 15th-inning loss to the Mariners in Game 5 of the ALDS, right-hander Jack Flaherty (who pitched two scoreless innings late in the game) spoke to members of the media about how much he enjoyed returning to Detroit this season.

Spencer Torkelson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 11

Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelson’s ‘heartbreaking’ reaction to ALDS loss

The Detroit Tigers saw their 2025 season end in heartbreak, falling 3-2 to the Seattle Mariners in a record-breaking 15-inning Game 5 of the ALDS at T-Mobile Park.

Gleyber Torres News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 11

Tigers 2B to undergo sports hernia surgery

With the Tigers’ season now over, Gleyber Torres is planning to undergo sports hernia surgery, the second baseman told reporters (including the Detroit News’ Tony Paul) in the aftermath of the club’s loss in Game Five of the ALDS.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / October 11

The Detroit Tigers Lose a Historic Game 5 and a Memorable Series

What a game and what a series. Game 1 and Game 5 were extremely similar, with both going to extras and the final score ending 3-2. Truly, coin flip games and the Mariners came up heads when it mattered the most.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 11