A few days after the Detroit Tigers declined a club option on 39-year-old closer Kenley Jansen, they got an early start on their first move of this winter by reaching an agreement with right-handed reliever Emilio Pagan for one year and approximately $11 million, according to Jon Heyman of MLB Network and the New York Post.
The MLB offseason has been relatively quiet since the World Series ended two weeks ago, but that may be changing soon. MLB.com's Manny Randhawa reported this week that the Detroit Tigers and free-agent reliever Emilio Pagan have agreed to a one-year deal worth $11 million.
On Tuesday, Jon Morosi of FOX Sports reported from the GM Meetings in Las Vegas that a few executives have mentioned Detroit Tigers’ slugger Riley Greene as a possible trade candidate this offseason.
As the free-agent market begins to take shape, second baseman Gleyber Torres is emerging as one of the biggest names to watch. Torres’ offensive production, ample experience, and all-around ability make him an attractive target.
The Major League Baseball GM Meetings are in full swing in Las Vegas, as the Detroit Tigers' president of baseball operations, Scott Harris, is looking to test the waters around the league.
Another MLB season is in the books. The pending lockout is hanging over the heads of players and ownership, but there could be a mad rush of moves prior to December.
Happy Wednesday, everyone. MLB Awards season is in full swing. Kevin McGonigle netted the Rookie of the Year Award for the AL, to no one’s surprise, though there is the question of the two voters who gave him a second-place selection….
After midnight on Tuesday, Jon Heyman reported that the Detroit Tigers have agreed to a one-year contract worth $11 million with veteran closer Emilio Pagán.
The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason looking to reinforce their bullpen after a decision involving veteran closer Kenley Jansen. Detroit declined Jansen’s $12 million club option and paid a $2 million buyout, sending him into free agency after one season with the organization.
To no one’s surprise, Scott Harris identified high leverage relief help as his primary focus this offseason during interviews with the media at the GM Meetings in Las Vegas on Tuesday.
The Tigers are in agreement with free agent reliever Emilio Pagán, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. It’s reportedly a one-year deal in the $11MM range for the Ballengee Group client.
The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.
The GM Meetings got underway on Monday in Las Vegas. While not typically a source of major news like signings and trades, the looming CBA negotiations and lockout set to begin on December 1 are putting a little different spin on the annual meet-and-greet as teams look to position themselves for the uncertainty to come.
Ian Happ hit 24 home runs for the Chicago Cubs in 2026, his fourth straight year with at least 20. The switch-hitter also brought four Gold Gloves to the open market.
Sometimes a rookie season is about more than winning an award. It’s about giving a baseball city a reason to get excited about what might be coming next.
During this offseason, I have written quite a bit about how the Detroit Tigers could find their best internal defensive solutions, but the reality is that the standard is quite far from offering the level the team needs to be able to count on a defense that is at least capable of getting close to the league average.
The 2026 MLB Rookie of the Year awards were announced on Monday, and Detroit Tigers infielder Kevin McGonigle won the American League trophy in a landslide.
Detroit Tigers infielder Kevin McGonigle had a great first year in the big leagues, leading the American League in bWAR (7.1) and the Tigers in runs scored (97). He was rewarded on Monday night when he was voted the American League Rookie of the Year.
Detroit Tigers infielder Kevin McGonigle and Cincinnati Reds infielder Sal Stewart were named American League and National League Rookie of the Year, respectively, for 2026 on Monday night.
Last winter the Detroit Tigers front office silenced many doubters and proved they had the means and willingness to sign a big-ticket free agent, signing Framber Valdez to a $115 million contract.
A Beverly Hills property once owned by two prominent figures in sports and entertainment changed hands for $11 million in 2022. The traditional-style estate belonged to former MLB pitcher Justin Verlander and his wife, model Kate Upton, who purchased it for $5.3 million in 2016 before selling it to actor Timothée Chalamet six years later.
The Tigers are among the many MLB teams who have scouted Teruaki Sato and Kaima Taira, Evan Petzold reports in a YouTube video exploring several potential
The Detroit Tigers have parted ways with outfielder Michael Siani, who elected free agency after spending the final weeks of the 2026 season at Triple-A Toledo.
During what was a disappointing year in Detroit, for various reasons, there were many positives in 2026 for the Tigers. Because of the successes of Troy Melton, Kevin McGonigle, and Max Clark, among others, Detroit’s future doesn’t look bad, even without Tarik Skubal.
The Detroit Tigers have released right-hander Sawyer Gipson-Long and left-hander Bailey Horn while designating right-hander Yilber Díaz for assignment, according to the official MLB transaction log.
The Detroit Tigers have declined Kenley Jansen's $12 million club option, making him a free agent. Jansen is two saves shy of the 500 mark. He would join Mariano Rivera and Trevor Hoffman as the only pitchers to reach the mark if he gets there, which he should if he continues to play.
MESA, Ariz. — Watching Zyhir Hope make his way across the field at Sloan Park, bat bag in tow, it’s clear this isn’t unfamiliar territory for the 21-year-old.