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Detroit Tigers Reveal Starting Lineup for Series Opener Against the Astros

The Detroit Tigers lost their first series at home this homestand to the New York Yankees, dropping the final two games on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Tigers still have a winning record on the homestand, but have some work to do with a big four-game series upcoming with the Houston Astros.

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Detroit Tigers News: Dillon Dingler, All-Star Game, CBA negotiations, Shohei Ohtani

Happy Friday, everyone! The Tigers will continue their lengthy weekend series against the Astros tonight, but while we wait for that game to get underway, let’s get caught up on all the baseball news that’s fit to print.

MLB News / Bless You Boys / June 26

Detroit Tigers look to even home series with Houston Astros on Friday

The Detroit Tigers officially reached the halfway mark of the 2026 regular-season schedule on Thursday night after dropping the opener of a four-game home series with the Houston Astros, 2-1.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / June 26

Whitecaps crush Dayton, Edian Espinal and Beau Ankeney stay hot in Lakeland win

The Hens scored in the top of the tenth after a well pitched game, and reliever Jack Little slammed the door, striking out the side in the bottom half to win in Worcester on Thursday.

Cam Schlittler News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?

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Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / June 25

Troy Melton magnificent but Tigers’ offence falters in loss

After a disappointing series loss to the Yankees featuring two very close defeats, the Tigers looked to right the ship in the opener of a four-game weekend series at home against the Houston Astros — and, yes, the Tigers just played them last weekend, who the heck is making this schedule anyway?

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / June 25

How many stars does it take to build a playoff team?

Let’s examine two seemingly contrasting truths: The Detroit Tigers are having an excellent year. One of the best in the majors. The Detroit Tigers are having a terrible year.

Detroit Tigers News / Inside The Diamonds / June 25

Detroit Tigers Notebook: Finale Loss, Tigers Positives, and More

The Detroit Tigers dropped the finale to the Yankees. They dropped to 34-46. They’re 7.5 games back of the White Sox for the American League Central. They’re six games back of the Blue Jays for the final spot in the American League wild card standings.

Troy Melton News / Field Level Media / June 25

Tigers' Troy Melton strives to continue hot stretch in clash vs. Astros

Troy Melton has won all three of his starts this month. The Detroit Tigers right-hander and his team hope that trend will continue when they open a four-game series against the visiting Houston Astros on Thursday night.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / June 25

A.J. Hinch Shares Key Takeaways From Tarik Skubal's Latest Tigers Start

Well, things haven't gone the Detroit Tigers' way regarding the return of ace Tarik Skubal. Skubal being back in action for the Tigers provided some optimism that the club could make a run into the playoffs, but with recent starts, it might officially be too late for Detroit, regardless.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 24

Matthew Boyd returning to Cubs rotation on Thursday

The Chicago Cubs have dealt with a world of starting pitcher injuries this season. An incoming roster move on Thursday, though, may help the Cubs with their depth issues.

Tarik Skubal Warns Detroit Tigers About MLB Trade Deadline

Chicago Cubs reality check: Is a big trade for pitching even worth making anymore?

Jed Hoyer Discusses Cubs’ Pitching Needs

The 'AL & NL strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / June 24

Three starting pitchers the Cubs should target ahead of the deadline

The Cubs need pitching help as they look to make a postseason push. Here are three players the club could target.

Three potential landing spots for Marlins' Sandy Alcantara

The 'MLB K-leaders since 1995' quiz

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / June 24

The Tigers Relied Too Heavily on False Production From 2025

If you were to ask Detroit Tigers fans about the 2025 season, you will get mixed responses. Some will tell you about how one run in a 15-inning game kept them from reaching the ALCS for a chance to play for the World Series.

Detroit Tigers News / Inside The Diamonds / June 24

Detroit Tigers First Half Minor League First Team

The second half of the minor league baseball season kicked off last night, so we figured, why not take a look back at who performed well in the first half throughout the Tigers organization?

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Ben Malgeri News / Field Level Media / June 24

Tigers' Ben Malgeri likely to get a second shot at Yankees

Detroit's Ben Malgeri likely earned another opportunity to show what he can contribute when the Tigers host the New York Yankees in the rubber game of their three-game series on Wednesday evening.

Ben Malgeri News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 23

Tigers Select Ben Malgeri

The Tigers have selected the contract of outfielder Ben Malgeri from Triple-A Toledo, per a club announcement. Fellow outfielder Trei Cruz was optioned to Toledo in his place, and a 40-man roster spot was opened up by transferring injured righty Burch Smith from the 15-day IL to the 60-day IL.

Dillon Dingler News / Yardbarker / June 23

Dillon Dingler having a breakout campaign with Tigers

The Detroit Tigers have one of the best catchers in MLB in Dingler, who is putting up a solid breakout campaign and career-high numbers in 2026.

Casey Mize eager to extend Tigers' winning streak in clash vs. Yankees

Yankees' rotation strategy backfires with Gerrit Cole's rough start vs. Tigers

Tigers' Justin Verlander makes sad admission after latest setback

The 'MLB steals-leaders since 1990' quiz

Framber Valdez News / Athlon Sports / June 23

The Tigers are Finally Getting the Framber Valdez They Paid For

Don't look now, but the Detroit Tigers have won four straight games. Following a 5-3 victory over the New York Yankees on Monday, the Tigers own an impressive 12-6 record in June.

Casey Mize News / Field Level Media / June 23

Casey Mize eager to extend Tigers' winning streak in clash vs. Yankees

Casey Mize produced two quality starts against the New York Yankees last season. The right-hander will look to duplicate those feats when the Detroit Tigers host the Yankees in the middle contest of a three-game series on Tuesday night.

Kevin McGonigle News / Athlon Sports / June 22

Kevin McGonigle Receives Disappointing News Amid First Tigers Season

After two straight playoff appearances in 2024 and 2025, the Detroit Tigers had expectations for the 2026 MLB season. Almost halfway through now, and they have not quite lived up to the preseason hype.

Tarik Skubal News / Larry Brown Sports / June 21

Tigers’ asking price for Tarik Skubal has been revealed

If the Detroit Tigers trade ace pitcher Tarik Skubal, the cost to acquire him will not be cheap.

Tarik Skubal remains optimistic the Tigers have a chance to compete

Tigers' Justin Verlander makes sad admission after latest setback

The 'MLB K-leaders since 1995' quiz

Spencer Torkelson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 20

Tigers’ Spencer Torkelson on pace to shatter unfortunate franchise record

The Detroit Tigers have had a tough season so far, with the team mired in a losing record. Detroit infielder Spencer Torkelson has also been going through a tough time.

Justin Verlander News / Larry Brown Sports / June 20

Justin Verlander’s rough Detroit return takes another hit

Justin Verlander’s long-anticipated return to the Detroit Tigers’ rotation has hit another major obstacle. The 43-year-old right-hander was scratched from his scheduled start on Sunday against the Chicago White Sox after suffering a left hamstring strain during a bullpen session in Houston on Wednesday.

Justin Verlander News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 19

Justin Verlander's triumphant Detroit return delayed again

Justin Verlander's triumphant Detroit return delayed yet again with Tigers scratch

It’s yet another frustrating setback in the Verlander-Tigers reunion.

Tarik Skubal remains optimistic the Tigers have a chance to compete

The 'MLB all-time strikeout leaders' quiz

Trei Cruz News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 18

Tigers To Recall Trei Cruz For Major League Debut

The Tigers are going to recall infielder/outfielder Trei Cruz, reports Ari Alexander of 7News Boston. He’ll be making his major league debut as soon as he gets into a game.

Wenceel Perez News / Total Pro Sports / June 18

Freak Accident Could Place Detroit Tigers Outfielder Wenceel Perez On The IL

The Detroit Tigers are performing much better on the field recently after their drastic run last month. Wenceel Perez also put together a solid run to break out of his massive slump to start the 2026 season.