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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / March 31

No One Expected This Detroit Tigers Hitter to Lead the Offense This Early

The Detroit Tigers didn't get the outcome they had hoped with the return of Justin Verlander on the mound, but made a late push to make the game competitive against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / March 31

Tigers Top of Lineup Already Giving Fans Serious Early Season Concern

The Detroit Tigers dropped their second game in a row on Monday night after a tremendous start to the year over the first two games, falling to the Arizona Diamondbacks in a late night showcase.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

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Detroit Tigers News / Inside The Diamonds / March 31

Game Recap: Verlander Roughed up in First Tigers Start in over Eight Years

The Detroit Tigers and Arizona Diamondbacks played the first game of their three-game series. Justin Verlander made his return to the mound for the Tigers

Justin Verlander News / Larry Brown Sports / March 31

Justin Verlander comments on his concerning first start in Tigers reunion

Justin Verlander did not have a feel-good 2026 debut with the Detroit Tigers.

MLB All-Star pitches immaculate inning in debut with his new team

Juan Soto has the most embarrassing strikeout of MLB season

MLB umpire got a call so wrong that it glitched the ABS system

Cal Raleigh and Randy Arozarena turn heads with their interaction after beating the Yankees

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Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / March 31

D-backs hold on, spoil Justin Verlander's return to Tigers

Corbin Carroll homered, tripled and drove in four runs and the Arizona Diamondbacks survived a late Detroit rally to spoil Justin Verlander's return to the Tigers with a 9-6 victory in Phoenix on Monday.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / March 31

Diamondbacks 9, Tigers 6: Snakes spoil Verlander’s Tigers return

Things finally came full circle after eight years and seven months away from home. Justin Verlander returned to the mound in regular season action as a Detroit Tiger on Monday night in Arizona.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Justin Verlander News / Detroit Tigers on SI / March 30

Lineups Backing Justin Verlander in Key Starts Turns into Tigers Time Warp

Ever Justin Verlander is aware of the craziness of what happening when he starts for the Detroit Tigers on Monday in Arizona. How does one know? Verlander changed the photo on his X (formerly Twitter) bio page to the photo he took on 2005 Detroit Tigers media day.

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MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 30

Giants Make Trade With Tigers After 3 Straight Losses

It's been a frustrating start to the season for the San Francisco Giants, who have scored just one run in their first three games of the season, all losses.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 30

Giants To Acquire Dylan Smith

The Giants are acquiring right-hander Dylan Smith from the Tigers, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. Detroit designated him for assignment when setting their Opening Day roster last week and will get cash considerations in return.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / March 30

Tigers Prospect Off to Electric Start in 2026 — and It’s Not McGonigle

Despite playing just 43 games last season at Double-A Erie, Max Clark began the 2026 season at Triple-A Toledo and has proven himself already. The 21-year-old outfielder has a single, double, walked four times, and stolen three bases over 10 at-bats this season.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / March 30

Tigers Monday Review: Which Detroit Players Shined and Failed to Open Season

The Detroit Tigers began their quest for a World Series title last week with the first series of the season against the San Diego Padres, taking two of three before dropping the final game on Saturday.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / March 30

Mud Hens rally then implode as the IronPigs sweep

The Toledo Mud Hens had plenty of chances to end their three-game opening series against the Lehigh Valley IronPigs with a win, but some late mistakes from the bullpen led to an 8-7 walk-off loss.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / March 30

Tigers’ Strong Rotation Could Get Even Better Later This Season

The Detroit Tigers could be getting two important arms back later this season, and both would be joining a pitching staff that is already off to a great start.

Justin Verlander News / Field Level Media / March 29

Justin Verlander, Tigers out to spoil D-backs' home opener

After a day to recover from a season-opening three-game sweep by the two-time defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers, the Arizona Diamondbacks return to Phoenix for their home opener Monday against the Detroit Tigers in the first game of a three-game set.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 29

Tigers’ Scott Harris gives encouraging updates on 2 injured pitchers

After making the playoffs the last two seasons, the Detroit Tigers are looking to go on an even deeper run in 2026. Having some extra pitchers in the mix could be what Detroit needs to get over the hump.

Kevin McGonigle News / Field Level Media / March 28

Tigers' Kevin McGonigle off to hot MLB start vs. Padres

Detroit Tigers' top prospect Kevin McGonigle isn't wasting any time showing he's ready for the major leagues. The 21-year-old Tigers rookie is 5-for-8 over his first two games, including the decisive two-run single in his second outing.

Zach McKinstry News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Tigers Announce Zach McKinstry Decision on Opening Day

The Detroit Tigers lineup is much deeper now that top prospect Kevin McGonigle has made the 26‑man Opening Day roster. The Tigers starting rotation remains the team’s biggest strength, especially after signing left‑hander Framber Valdez in free agency, but if they want to make real noise in October, the offense will have to produce.