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With the Houston Astros firing general manager Dana Brown, the team will look to find their replacement in the offseason, with some even speculating if Detroit Tigers skipper A.J.

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Tyler Glasnow stuffs the Tigers in a locker

The Tigers were in this one as long as their pitching held up, and that lasted about six innings. A good start from Framber Valdez got a bit spoiled at the end, and then the bullpen fell apart in the late innings.

Aj Hinch News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 30

A.J. Hinch Has High Praise for Javier Báez After Game-Saving Catch

The Detroit Tigers found a way to take down the Los Angeles Dodgers in game two of the three-game set at Comerica Park on Saturday afternoon, as rookie shortstop Kevin McGonigle drove in the game-winning run, walking off the back-to-back World Series champions.

River Ryan News / Bless You Boys / August 30

River Ryan is the Tigers’ X factor for the future

The Detroit Tigers have done a nearly miraculous job climbing out of the hole they dug for themselves back in May. A 33-22 run now has them right in the

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Framber Valdez News / Field Level Media / August 30

Framber Valdez, Tigers aim to get on track in finale vs. Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers and host Detroit Tigers have split a pair of 2-1 games in their weekend series. They'll play the rubber match on Sunday afternoon as both clubs try to get on a hot streak.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Dillon Dingler News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 30

Dillon Dingler Is Running Out of Time to Make Tigers History

Dillon Dingler is a bright spot in the Detroit Tigers’ 2026 season. Maybe even the brightest. There is one burning question surrounding him: Does he have one more strong push forward left in him?

MLB News / Bless You Boys / August 30

Tigers can take the series vs Dodgers on Sunday with a win

The Detroit Tigers evened up their three-game home series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday afternoon with a narrow 2-1 walk-off victory. Keider Montero threw 5 1/3 innings of one-run ball and the bullpen did its job, while Kevin McGonigle drove in Javier Báez in the ninth to seal the deal.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / August 30

Riley Greene rehabs in Toledo, Bryce Rainer homers again

Toledo’s three-game winning streak came to an ugly end Saturday. Dylan File surrendered three home runs, including a fifth-inning grand slam, and the Mud Hens’ offense struck out 12 times.

Keider Montero News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 29

Keider Montero Is Becoming the Starter the Tigers Can Finally Trust

Keider Montero once again proved that he can compete under pressure and keep his spot in the Detroit Tigers’ starting rotation. There are not many more complicated scenarios at this point in August than facing the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup.

Kevin McGonigle News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 29

Tigers’ Kevin McGonigle shocks Dodgers with clutch walk-off hit

The Detroit Tigers took home a 2-1 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday. It was an incredibly close game throughout, which was capped off by an amazing walk-off hit by rookie infielder Kevin McGonigle.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / August 29

Kevin McGonigle, Javier Baez help Tigers tame Dodgers

Kevin McGonigle delivered a bases-loaded single in the ninth to drive in the winning run as the host Detroit Tigers topped the Los Angeles Dodgers 2-1 on Saturday afternoon.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Justin Verlander News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 29

Tigers Finally Get Encouraging Justin Verlander Update Before Retirement

The Detroit Tigers finally received a hopeful development in Justin Verlander's attempt to pitch again before retiring, although his path back remained longer than the phrase "almost a bullpen" might suggest.

Riley Greene News / Athlon Sports / August 29

Tigers Receive Riley Greene Update Before Dodgers Game

Riley Greene is officially taking the next step in his return from a hamstring injury. The Detroit Tigers All-Star outfielder will begin a minor league rehab assignment Saturday night with Triple-A Toledo, giving him a chance to test his recovery in game action before a potential return to the major league roster.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 28

Dodgers' Tarik Skubal pitches gem in return to Detroit

Tarik Skubal was back in Detroit for the first time on Friday night and gave his former team a different perspective on his dominance. It did not go well for them.

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Justin Verlander News / Athlon Sports / August 28

Justin Verlander Hoping for One Last Appearance After Tigers Update

Justin Verlander is getting closer to a potential final appearance with the Detroit Tigers, giving the veteran right-hander a new reason to believe he can return before the end of the season.

Riley Greene News / Athlon Sports / August 28

Tigers Reveal the Plan for Riley Greene Before Dodgers Matchup

The Detroit Tigers are getting closer to having Riley Greene back in the lineup, with the All-Star outfielder now set to take another important step in his recovery.

Javier Baez News / Viral Sports News / August 28

Detroit Tigers Announce Javier Baez Decision on Friday

The Detroit Tigers are turning back to veteran Javier Baez as they open a series Friday against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Baez is in the starting lineup after sitting out Detroit’s most recent game, a 3-0 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays.

Tarik Skubal News / TWSN / August 28

Star Pitcher Listed as Starter in Los Angeles Dodgers vs Detroit Tigers August 28th Matchup

August 28th is shaping up to be must-see TV for both Los Angeles Dodgers and Detroit Tigers fans. After being traded from the Tigers, Tarik Skubal is now facing his old team on the 28th. Tigers fans knew this was coming for quite some time, but it’s not going to be fun seeing Skubal in Dodger blue after everything he’s done.

Detroit Tigers News / Viral Sports News / August 28

Former Detroit Tigers Catcher Has Died

Former Detroit Tigers catcher Rich Rowland has died at 62. His son Robby shared the news Thursday, calling his father his hero, best friend, and role model.

Nick Sandlin News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26

Tigers Release Nick Sandlin

Right-handed reliever Nick Sandlin was released from the Tigers’ Triple-A affiliate, per the transaction log at MiLB.com. It’s possible the righty had an opt-out provision in his deal, as he’d been pitching pretty well over the past couple months.

Gleyber Torres News / Viral Sports News / August 26

Detroit Tigers Announce Gleyber Torres Decision on Wednesday

The Detroit Tigers changed their batting order Wednesday for the finale of their series against the Tampa Bay Rays, moving three-time All-Star Gleyber Torres out of the leadoff spot he occupied a night earlier.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / August 25

Max Clark's blast lifts Tigers past Rays, snaps skid

Max Clark hit his second career home run to help propel host Detroit to a 4-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday, ending the Tigers' six-game losing streak.

James Outman News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26

Tigers outright James Outman

Outfielder James Outman has cleared waivers and been sent to Triple-A, according to multiple reports, including from Chris McCosky of the Detroit News.