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Tigers’ AJ Hinch shuts down ‘ridiculous’ rumors about Tarik Skubal not needing rehab assignment

Detroit Tigers star Tarik Skubal is currently recovering from elbow surgery. While some reports have suggested that Skubal could return earlier than expected, a recent report drew attention that said he could possibly return next week without even needing an injury rehab assignment.

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Detroit Tigers News & Notes 05/20/2026

The Detroit Tigers dropped to 20-29 after suffering their fourth straight loss. They trail the Cleveland Guardians for first place in the American League Central by 7.5 games.

Riley Greene News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 20

Detroit Tigers Notes: Riley Greene on Fire While Prospect Pushes for MLB Shot

The Detroit Tigers are falling from grace, having now lost 12 of their last 14 games in a horrible month of May. Awaiting their best players to return from injury, Detroit isn't doing what it needs to do to keep them afloat in the division, even at this point in the season.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 20

3 players Tigers fans are fed up with as 2026 underperformance continues

The Detroit Tigers were supposed to build off their 2025 playoff appearance and take a legitimate step forward in 2026. Instead, they sit at a deflating 20-29 record, fourth in the AL Central and a full 7.5 games back of the Cleveland Guardians.

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Tarik Skubal News / Fastball on SI / May 20

Tarik Skubal Landing Spots as Tigers' Collapse Continues

The Detroit Tigers are a team that is digging itself a hole that may end up being too big to get out of. Detroit has been mightily struggling lately without Tarik Skubal on the mound.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 20

Tigers eager to find offense in encounter vs. Guardians

Every baseball team seems lifeless when it isn't scoring. That's the dilemma the Detroit Tigers are facing now. The Tigers have been slumping mainly due to a punchless attack.

Troy Melton News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 20

Injured Tigers Starter Troy Melton Shines in Rehab Appearance

The Detroit Tigers have gotten off to a slow start to begin the 2026 season. After reaching the playoffs in each of the last two seasons, the Tigers currently sit in fourth place, 6.5 games back of the division lead.

Detroit Tigers News / CBSSports.com / May 19

Tigers are struggling without Tarik Skubal, but trading their recovering ace still seems unlikely... for now

The Tigers are 5-12 since Skubal got hurt, but Detroit is very much in the playoff hunt in the watered-down American League

MLB News / Bless You Boys / May 19

Guardians 4, Tigers 3: A close game, but the Tigers continue their losing streak

The Tigers went into their second of four games against the Cleveland Guardians tonight, hoping to split the series early and end their growing losing streak.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 19

Tigers Have Issues That Even Skubal's Early Return Can't Solve

It seems that following the Detroit Tigers at the moment yields two very different narratives. There is lots of positivity to be had in the health updates regarding the rapid recovery of reigning two-time AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal after undergoing elbow surgery.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 19

A Positive Detroit Tigers Development That's Being Completely Overlooked

The Detroit Tigers have struggled to play good baseball since May began. Currently sitting at 20-28, it's concerning for a team with a top 10 payroll. However, despite the ongoing issues, there is still reason for optimism about their potential to turn things around.

Aj Hinch News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 19

What A.J. Hinch said about Tigers’ attention-grabbing slump

As the Detroit Tigers have been collapsing recently, the team continues to deal with injuries and underperforming players, which has garnered the attention of manager A.J.

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Spencer Torkelson News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 19

Spencer Torkelson’s May Slide Is Becoming a Real Problem for the Tigers

The month of May has been horrible for the Detroit Tigers, as they've now lost 11 of their last 13 games, falling further back in the AL Central standings.

Keider Montero News / Just Baseball / May 19

Keider Montero Has Stepped Up When the Tigers Needed Him Most

The Detroit Tigers‘ two biggest additions came late in the offseason when they landed Framber Valdez and Justin Verlander to round out their rotation. Two proven veterans with a winning pedigree, World Series rings, and an ability to lift the rotation’s ceiling.

Tarik Skubal News / CBSSports.com / May 19

Tigers are struggling without Tarik Skubal, but trading their recovering ace still seems unlikely... for no

The Tigers are 5-12 since Skubal got hurt, but Detroit is very much in the playoff hunt in the watered-down American League

Aj Hinch News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 19

2 Key Takeaways From A.J. Hinch After Another Deflating Tigers Loss

What started in a rain delay, the blues continued for the Detroit Tigers as they dropped the series opener against the Cleveland Guardians. Now, the Tigers sit at 20-28 and rank fourth in the division standings, 6.5 games back from the team they will face for another three games in this series.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 19

Tigers determined not to fall too far behind Guardians

Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch sees the Cleveland Guardians as the heavyweights in the American League Central. "We know the division runs through Cleveland, as much as we want to say otherwise," he said.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / May 18

Tarik Skubal throws full bullpen session for first time since surgery

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal threw a full bullpen session on Monday, resuming his usual five-day routine, according to The Athletic. Skubal had surgery to remove a loose body from his left elbow on May 6.

Gleyber Torres News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Gleyber Torres Reacts to Former Yankees Teammate After Retirement Announcement

The Detroit Tigers are off to a disappointing and inconsistent start to the 2026 MLB season, entering Monday’s game against the Cleveland Guardians with a record of 20-27, fourth in the American League Central.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 17

Tigers Activate Will Vest, Place Ty Madden On 15-Day IL

The Tigers announced that right-hander Will Vest has been activated from the 15-day injured list. Vest will take the spot of Ty Madden, who is headed to the 15-day IL himself due to a right forearm contusion. Madden’s placement is retroactive to May 16.

Detroit Tigers News / Inside The Diamonds / May 16

Detroit Tigers News & Notes 05/16/2026

The Detroit Tigers improved to 20-25 following their walk-off win over the Blue Jays last night. They trail the Cleveland Guardians for first place in the American League Central by 3.5 games.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / May 15

Tigers’ A.J Hinch Shares Casey Mize Decision After Tarik Skubal News

The Detroit Tigers are in desperate need of good news. Sitting at 19-25 and fourth in the American League Central heading into a three-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays, Detroit has watched its starting rotation get picked apart by injuries all season long.