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Tigers Must Make Impossible Choice On Superstar Ace Now Rather Than at Deadline

The Detroit Tigers have one massive question looming over them this offseason, and it's not going to be long before they have to answer it. It's no secret that the biggest topic surrounding the team entering the winter is the status of superstar ace Tarik Skubal who enters his final season of team control.

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Tigers' potential plan with Tarik Skubal could be a 'catastrophe' in this scenario

While there is no guarantee that the Tigers will trade two-time American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal this offseason (or any time for that matter), there is one way the loss of Skubal would be a "catastrophe" for the organization, according to one MLB agent.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 20

Tigers Expensive Fan Favorite Pitcher Shockingly Named Likely Trade Candidate

The Detroit Tigers enter the offseason and find themselves at a little bit of a crossroads in terms of how aggressive they want to get in free agency and the trade market to make improvements for next season.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 20

Tigers May Be Forced to Move On From Star Outfielder Amid Free Agency Rumors

The Detroit Tigers go into the offseason with the goal of figuring out how to take the next step at the top of their collective minds. After wild roller coaster rides of regular seasons the last two years, Detroit's playoff runs ended at the same point in Game 5 of the ALDS and coming within a hair of their first ALCS in over a decade.

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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.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 20

Tigers Star Free Agent Bullpen Target Should Be Affordable Enough to Land

The Detroit Tigers head into the offseason with the goal of taking the next step, and one of the ways they can do that is by rebuilding the bullpen. While it was solid at times, ultimately there was simply not enough depth there to sustain down the stretch of the regular season and into the playoffs.

Devin Williams News / Bless You Boys / November 20

Detroit Tigers linked to free agent closer Devin Williams

Per Jon Morosi, the Detroit Tigers are one of several teams interested in RHP Devin Williams. Williams is considered one of the best relievers in the free agent class and almost certainly would provide an upgrade to Detroit’s unit.

Tarik Skubal News / ESPN / November 20

$400 million extension, blockbuster trade or let it ride? MLB insiders break down Tigers' Tarik Skubal options

Will the best pitcher in baseball be on the move this offseason? Those in the game offer their advice.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 19

Tigers Again Linked to Potential Splash Free Agent Signing of Yankees Superstar

The Detroit Tigers enter the offseason trying to find a way to get better and take the next step as an organization after another crushing playoff exit.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 19

Tigers Name Veteran Righty Their Reliever of the Year for Outstanding 2025 Campaign

The Detroit Tigers have much to do ahead of the start of the 2026 season, with lots of offseason decisions to handle. Do they look to deal Tarik Skubal or not?

Gleyber Torres News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 19

How Does Gleyber Torres Accepting Tigers Qualifying Offer Impact Top Prospect?

The Detroit Tigers got a significant piece of news on Tuesday when they found out star second baseman Gleyber Torres was accepting the qualifying offer and returning to the team on roughly a $22 million salary for 2026.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

MLB News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 19

Tigers Reportedly Showing Interest in Yankees Free Agent Former Star Reliever

The Detroit Tigers go into the offseason trying to take the next step as an organization after getting back to the playoffs only to be eliminated in the same spot they were the year prior.

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MLB News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 19

Tigers Linked to Potential Blockbuster Trade for Versatile Cardinals Infielder

The Detroit Tigers head into the offseason with some clear things to address if they want to take the next step as an organization next year and make a deeper playoff run.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / November 19

Tigers protect Thayron Liranzo, Hao-Yu Lee and others from Rule 5 draft

On Tuesday, the Detroit Tigers completed finalizing their roster in advance of the December 10 Rule 5 draft at MLB’s Winter Meetings. They made the decision to protect just about everyone who could be exposed to the Rule 5.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 18

Tigers DFA ex-closer amid flurry of roster moves

The Detroit Tigers made significant changes on Tuesday, designating former closer Jason Foley for assignment amid a major round of Tigers offseason roster moves.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 18

Tigers Listed as Trade Candidate for Brewers Ace Pitcher to Pair with Tarik Skubal

The Detroit Tigers need to act fast this offseason. The decision to extend Tarik Skubal seems like an easy one, but if a number isn't agreed on and he is traded, Detroit will have to pivot.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 18

Tigers Once Again to Officially Pursue Top Free Agent Star, Insider Confirms

The Detroit Tigers head into the offseason linked once again to one of the top free agents available after missing out on him last year, but they aren't going to let it deter them this time around.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18

Three-time All-Star Gleyber Torres makes major decision on his Tigers future

Torres hasn’t played a position other than second base in over three years.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18

Mets, Tigers, Giants interested in two-time All-Star reliever

The Mets have expressed interest in signing reliever Devin Williams, reports Jeff Passan of ESPN. The Tigers and Giants are also interested, per Jon Morosi of MLB Network.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / November 18

Three potential trade destinations for Kodai Senga

Senga is a significant question mark as the Mets look to revamp their rotation.

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Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / November 14

How Gleyber Torres’ Qualifying Offer Impacts the Tigers’ Offseason Plans

When the Detroit Tigers inked Gleyber Torres to a one-year contract last offseason, the plan was clear. For Torres, join a contender, bounce back from a mediocre 2024, and capitalize on a multi-year deal before age 30.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 13

Tigers GM: 'We're going to prioritize pitching'

The Detroit Tigers have reached the postseason in consecutive seasons but still have plenty of work to do this offseason, with several key free agents reaching the open market.

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Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / November 13