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On YouTubeTrey Sweeney News / Bless You Boys / December 23
Trey Sweeney needs a big offseason 
Heading toward the 2026 season, the shortstop position remains the biggest long-term question mark on the Tigers’ roster. Sure, they’ll have plenty of work to do in regards to the starting rotation once, and assuming, Tarik Skubal leaves in free agency.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 23
Tigers Re-Sign Tyler Mattison To Minor League Deal
The Tigers have re-signed right-hander Tyler Mattison to a minor league deal, according to a report from Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press. Mattison was non-tendered by the Tigers last month but now returns to the organization on a non-roster pact that includes an invite to big league Spring Training and will pay him $835K in the majors.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 23
MLB Insider Names Tigers Star as Top-20 Postseason Performer in 2025
The Detroit Tigers didn't stay in the playoffs as long as they would have liked as they were eliminated in the ALDS for the second straight year. But what their run showed was the ability to preserve as the ballclub had a second half demise which lost them the AL Central division title.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Codi Heuer News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 22
Guardians, Codi Heuer Agree To Minor League Deal
The Guardians are in agreement with reliever Codi Heuer on a minor league contract, according to the MLB.com transaction log. The righty will be in camp as a non-roster invitee.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 22
Tigers Re‑Sign Former Fourth‑Round Pick After Exceptional Triple‑A Performance
The Detroit Tigers have built a rather impressive roster over the course of the last few years, both via internal development of prospects and external acquisitions.
Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 22
Calls Continue to Grow for Tigers to Secure Tarik Skubal Long Term
After coming up one game shy of the American League Championship Series, this is seen as a big offseason for the Detroit Tigers. After losing the deciding Game 5 of the American League Division Series game to the Seattle Mariners in 15 innings, all eyes turned to an important offseason.
Kenley Jansen News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 22
New Tigers Star Kenley Jansen Reveals Biggest Reason for Long Career
The Detroit Tigers had one glaring hole coming into the MLB offseason, and so far, they have done a good job to try and fix it. The bullpen was something that haunted the Tigers for much of their 2025 campaign, even after the trade deadline, when they added a few pieces to improve it.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 21
Tigers Infield Target Joins Division Rival on Less-Than-Expected Contract
The Detroit Tigers have quite a bit of work to do to build a roster that can push further into the postseason than previous iterations, and that may end up being a pretty costly endeavor.
Javier Baez News / Athlon Sports / December 21
Tigers' Javier Baez Makes Announcement on Sunday
Javier Baez had a roller-coaster season with the Detroit Tigers in 2025, one that seemed to mirror the team’s overall fortunes. Baez enjoyed a resurgent first half, earning an All-Star selection as the Tigers entered the break with the best record in the American League and a comfortable double-digit-game lead in the AL Central.
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.
Kyle Finnegan News / Field Level Media / December 21
Tigers, RHP Kyle Finnegan finalize 2-year, $19M contract
The Detroit Tigers and right-hander Kyle Finnegan agreed to terms on a two-year contract worth $19 million guaranteed. The Tigers announced Saturday that Finnegan will receive a base salary of $8.75 million during the 2026 season and $8 million in 2027.
Enmanuel De Jesus News / Bless You Boys / December 21
Tigers sign LHP Enmanuel De Jesus as they stockpile minor league depth
On Thursday, the Tigers inked LHP Enmanuel De Jesus to a minor league deal with an invitation to spring camp that will be worth up to $1.3 million if he makes the major league roster.
Justyn-Henry Malloy News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 20
Tigers Designate Justyn-Henry Malloy For Assignment
To clear a 40-man roster spot for reliever Kyle Finnegan, the Tigers have designated outfielder Justyn-Henry Malloy for assignment. It’s the first DFA in Malloy’s young career.
Tarik Skubal News / Athlon Sports / December 20
Tigers' Tarik Skubal Sends Message After Trade Report
The Detroit Tigers have made back-to-back trips to the MLB playoffs, yet it is impossible to think they would have done so without the efforts of Tarik Skubal.
Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 20
Tigers Superstar Ace Projected to Continue Streak of Elite Performance
The Detroit Tigers have plenty of decisions to make this winter, but the most notable one is how to handle the Tarik Skubal situation. He is expected to
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 20
FanGraphs Projections Have Tigers Infield Star Continuing Success in 2026
The Detroit Tigers are continuing to build a highly impressive roster, and heading into 2026, they certainly have some work left to do, but there is a good core.
Kenley Jansen News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 19
Kenley Jansen Reveals How He Really Feels About Joining Detroit Tigers
Once news erupted that veteran closer Kenley Jansen would be signing with the Detroit Tigers, eyebrows were raised at the 38-year-old's $9 million salary with a $12 million club option for 2027.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 19
Detroit Tigers May Have Found a Hidden Gem in Eighth Round of 2025 Draft
The Detroit Tigers have built up the top end of their farm system through recent MLB drafts. With notable picks like Max Clark, Kevin McGonigle, and Bryce Rainer, the future looks bright in the Motor City.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 19
Mets' Jonah Tong, Brandon Sproat address uncertain futures amid Tarik Skubal trade rumors
The New York Mets are among clubs routinely linked with Skubal, as big-spending Mets owner Steve Cohen possesses the resources needed to sign the 29-year-old on track to reach free agency after the 2026 season to the type of contract he will desire.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / December 17
Veteran closer Kenley Jansen fills hole in back end of Tigers bullpen
The addition of Jansen shows the Tigers are serious about improving a weakness and contending again after falling in the American League Division Series each of the past two seasons.
Drew Anderson News / Field Level Media / December 16
Tigers reach 1-year deal with RHP Drew Anderson
The Detroit Tigers and right-hander Drew Anderson agreed to terms on a one-year, $7 million contract with a club option for $10 million in the 2027 season, the team announced Tuesday.
Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / December 14
Have the Tigers Done Enough To Fortify Their Bullpen
When the Detroit Tigers walked off the field after 15 hard-fought innings against the Seattle Mariners, fans were left frustrated. An underwhelming trade deadline, a divisional lead blown, and weaknesses exposed throughout the final three months of the season.
Kenley Jansen News / Larry Brown Sports / December 13
Kenley Jansen signs with a new contender in free agency
38-year-old Kenley Jansen is getting chance to compete for another World Series title.
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