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4 Non-Obvious Detroit Tigers Who Deserve a Spot on the 2027 Roster

4 Non-Obvious Detroit Tigers Who Deserve a Spot on the 2027 Roster

Now that the Detroit Tigers have been officially eliminated from postseason contention, the front office has some decisions to make for the 2027 roster.

MLB News / Bless You Boys / September 23

Tigers drop final game of series against Nationals

This hasn’t turned out to be the week the Tigers hoped for, as they lost their third game of the series against the Nationals 4-2. The Tigers were hoping to come away with a series win over the Nationals in their afternoon game on Wednesday and cruise into their farewell-to-Verlander weekend series on a high note.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 23
AJ Hinch makes feelings clear on Tigers shortstop Kevin McGonigle’s AL Rookie of the Year candidacy

AJ Hinch makes feelings clear on Tigers shortstop Kevin McGonigle’s AL Rookie of the Year candidacy

Detroit Tigers manager AJ Hinch left little doubt about where he stands on Kevin McGonigle’s AL Rookie of the Year candidacy as the 2026 regular season nears its conclusion.

John Peck News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 23
John Peck’s Ugly Tigers Numbers Are Hiding a Better Reality

John Peck’s Ugly Tigers Numbers Are Hiding a Better Reality

John Peck’s first 59 Major League at-bats produced a difficult offensive line for the Detroit Tigers. Tuesday’s 0-for-4 performance against the Washington Nationals dropped Peck to a .169/.286/.186 slash line.

Yandy Diaz News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'A.L. & N.L. batting champs' quiz

The 'A.L. & N.L. batting champs' quiz

How many of the league leaders in batting average since the 2003 season can you name in six minutes?

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Detroit Tigers News / HITC / September 23
‘Stop!’ – MLB star Justin Verlander breaks silence on Kate Upton’s shocking 2016 MVP rant

‘Stop!’ – MLB star Justin Verlander breaks silence on Kate Upton’s shocking 2016 MVP rant

Justin Verlander is set to hang up his boots on an illustrious MLB career, but one of the more shocking moments in his career has to do with Kate Upton.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / September 23

Detroit Tigers News: Justin Verlander returns, Dillon Dingler, Aaron Judge, Alex Bregman, Paul Skenes

Happy Wednesday, everyone! While the season might be winding down, we still have things to look forward to. First and foremost, this weekend the Tigers will bid farewell to Justin Verlander in the best way possible: with a confirmed final start on Saturday.

Justin Verlander News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 23
Tigers Set Final Farewell for Franchise Legend Justin Verlander

Tigers Set Final Farewell for Franchise Legend Justin Verlander

It has been a disappointing season for the Detroit Tigers. They went into 2026 with World Series aspirations and will instead finish well under .500 and out of the playoffs.

MLB News / Bless You Boys / September 23

Tigers can seize series win on Wednesday afternoon against Nationals

The Detroit Tigers missed a chance to secure a series win over the visiting Washington Nationals on Tuesday night, dropping the second of the three-game series, 3-1.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / September 23

Reading crushes Erie to win the Eastern League championship

SeaWolves pitching held up in the postseason about as well as one could hope as the club had similar issues to their parent club all year. The magic finally evaporated in the sixth inning of Tuesday’s Game 2 of the Eastern League championships, as the Phils launched a pair of grand slams to bury the SeaWolves and claim the title.

Framber Valdez News / Field Level Media / September 23
Tigers' Framber Valdez looks to end season on high note against Nats

Tigers' Framber Valdez looks to end season on high note against Nats

Framber Valdez will make his final start of the season when the Detroit Tigers wrap up a three-game home series against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday afternoon.

Justin Verlander News / Field Level Media / September 23
Tigers' Justin Verlander expected to make final career start Saturday

Tigers' Justin Verlander expected to make final career start Saturday

The Detroit Tigers may be out of playoff contention, but Saturday's penultimate game of the season is expected to be a tough ticket to get in the Motor City.

MLB News / Yardbarker
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

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Zyhir Hope News / Minor League Baseball on SI / September 22
Tigers Prospect Zyhir Hope Brings Power Swing to Double-A Playoffs

Tigers Prospect Zyhir Hope Brings Power Swing to Double-A Playoffs

The Detroit Tigers' No. 1 prospect, outfielder Zyhir Hope, has officially carried his success at the plate into the minor league postseason. Hope, MLB Pipeline's No.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / September 22

Pair of home runs spells doom for the Tigers in loss

After a convincing victory over the Washington Nationals on Monday night, the Tigers looked to win their penultimate series of the season on Tuesday night.

Kevin McGonigle News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 22
Tigers' Kevin McGonigle Is Entering Rare Territory in Historic Rookie Season

Tigers' Kevin McGonigle Is Entering Rare Territory in Historic Rookie Season

There are several impressive feats that we can highlight from young Detroit Tigers infielder Kevin McGonigle, starting with his ability to get on base and the command he has demonstrated of the strike zone in his rookie season.

Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / September 22
Tigers announce date for Justin Verlander's final career start

Tigers announce date for Justin Verlander's final career start

The impact that Verlander has left on the game can't be overstated.

The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 22
A.J. Hinch Just Revealed Ben Malgeri’s Possible 2027 Tigers Role

A.J. Hinch Just Revealed Ben Malgeri’s Possible 2027 Tigers Role

Ben Malgeri’s breakthrough performance Monday gave the Detroit Tigers more than another encouraging result from a young player. It also prompted manager A.J.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / September 21
Tigers aim for more long balls in middle game of series vs. Nats

Tigers aim for more long balls in middle game of series vs. Nats

The Detroit Tigers showed off their power in the opener of a three-game home series against the Washington Nationals on Monday. They'll look for more long balls in the middle game of the series on Tuesday.

Tarik Skubal News / Minor League Baseball on SI / September 21
Tigers Call Up One of the Prospects Acquired in Tarik Skubal Trade

Tigers Call Up One of the Prospects Acquired in Tarik Skubal Trade

In early August, the Detroit Tigers were part of the blockbuster trade deadline move that sent left-handed pitcher Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Troy Melton News / Athlon Sports / September 21
Troy Melton Provides Update After Early Exit From Tigers Start 

Troy Melton Provides Update After Early Exit From Tigers Start 

Troy Melton exited Sunday night’s start early after experiencing tightness in his throwing forearm, but the Detroit Tigers pitcher does not believe the issue is connected to his previous elbow injury.

River Ryan News / Just Baseball / September 21
River Ryan’s New Beginning Comes in the Midst of His Comeback

River Ryan’s New Beginning Comes in the Midst of His Comeback

TOLEDO, Ohio — River Ryan’s phone rang around 9:00 p.m. He and his wife were getting their one-year-old ready for bed when the news came in. “It just kind of happened really quick,” Ryan said.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / September 20
2026 Transactions: Tigers to Promote Ryan, Reds DFA Friedl

2026 Transactions: Tigers to Promote Ryan, Reds DFA Friedl

Heading into the final week, the Tigers will get a look at River Ryan, as the pitching prospect will make his Detroit big-league debut. Additionally, the Reds designated veteran outfielder TJ Friedl for assignment.

Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / September 15
A look at the Tigers' last-ditch effort at a playoff push

A look at the Tigers' last-ditch effort at a playoff push

The Tigers are 4.5 games out of the final wild-card spot with 12 games to play.

Justin Verlander making progress for one last Tigers appearance
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Spencer Torkelson News / Just Baseball / September 9
Should the Tigers Bring Back Spencer Torkelson in 2027?

Should the Tigers Bring Back Spencer Torkelson in 2027?

When the Detroit Tigers selected Spencer Torkelson first overall in the 2020 draft, his name was tied to brighter days. After selecting Casey Mize with the first pick in 2018 and Riley Greene fifth in 2019, the trio was viewed as the group to pull the Tigers out of the bottom of the league and back into contention.

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