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Tigers Bullpen Set Franchise Record for Blown Saves, but Problem Runs Deeper

If the Los Angeles Angels’ bullpen had not wasted 55% of its 55 save opportunities, the Detroit Tigers’ relievers would have finished with the worst percentage in all of Major League Baseball.

Dylan Smith News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 20

One Trade the Detroit Tigers May Already Be Regretting

The Detroit Tigers enter the offseason searching for bullpen upgrades, which makes one seemingly minor March transaction harder to dismiss. Dylan Smith now offers a useful example of the pitching depth the Tigers need to preserve.

Colt Keith News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 20

Colt Keith’s Late Surge Leaves Tigers With a Major 2027 Decision

The turnaround did not begin with a change in his hitting approach. Colt Keith remained the same hitter capable of often avoiding high swing rates against pitches outside the zone, who can expand his contact and find success to the opposite field as well.

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MLB has been awarding the American League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1980 season. How many of the winners in that time can you name in six minutes?

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Martin Maldonado News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 20

3 Things to Know About New Tigers Coach Martín Maldonado

The Detroit Tigers have reportedly added a familiar face to their coaching staff and one that several already know. Manager A.J. Hinch has a strong connection to the new hire.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / October 19

The Detroit Tigers Have an Infield Puzzle to Solve

I think we can all agree that the 2026 season was a disappointment for the Detroit Tigers. A team that was coming off back-to-back playoff appearances and had World Series aspirations fell flat to the point of selling at the deadline.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 19

Top Former Detroit Tigers Players Back on the Free-Agent Market This Offseason

The Detroit Tigers spent money last offseason, enough to make them a Top 10 team in payroll in Major League Baseball. While some thought the money invested in the team would warrant a first-place finish and a trip to the playoffs, the Tigers finished below .500 and were sellers at the trade deadline.

Framber Valdez News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 18

What Went Wrong For Framber Valdez?

The Tigers handed Framber Valdez the third-largest deal among free-agent starters last winter. The lefty received a three-year, $115MM commitment. He was brought in to form an elite southpaw tandem with two-time reigning AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 18

The Defensive Dilemma the Tigers Must Solve at Shortstop

Defense has been a minor problem for the Detroit Tigers, who just finished the 2026 season with their infielders recording -19 Fielding Run Value, placing them fourth-worst in the major leagues, tied with the Los Angeles Angels.

Zach McKinstry News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 18

Why Zach McKinstry May No Longer Fit Into the Tigers’ Future

The Detroit Tigers have a Gold Glove finalist whose place on the 2027 roster still deserves scrutiny. Zach McKinstry’s American League utility Gold Glove nomination reflects a real contribution.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 18

Two Tigers Top 10 Prospects Earn Major End-of-Season Honors

The Detroit Tigers have one of the best farm systems in Major League Baseball. Since Scott Harris took over as President of Baseball Operations, Detroit has seen a handful of internally developed stars make their way to the show, and two more could be on their way sooner rather than later.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

MLB News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 18

Tigers Sign Former Orioles Pitcher to Unusual Two-Year Deal

The Detroit Tigers made an interesting move on Saturday to help their pitching depth, but it won’t actually add value until 2028. The newest acquisition won’t be taking the mound any time soon.

Kenley Jansen News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 17

Kenley Jansen’s Projected Market Value Gives Tigers an Easy Path to Moving On

The Detroit Tigers signed veteran closing pitcher Kenley Jansen during the offseason to strengthen the back end of their bullpen. The initial plan was to have Jansen, Will Vest, and Kyle Finnegan form a formidable trio for Detroit.

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Beau Brieske News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 17

Why the Tigers Should Think Twice Before Cutting Beau Brieske

The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason needing a better bullpen. Deciding which returning pitchers deserved another opportunity was part of that work, especially when replacing them could require spending more for similar uncertainty.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 17

One Prospect Could Change the Detroit Tigers Entire Offseason Plan

When it comes to young players that could the future of the Detroit Tigers, the franchise is full of them. Start with infielder Kevin McGonigle, who is likely to be named the American League’s rookie of the year.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / October 17

The Tigers’ Rule 5 Protections and 40-Man Roster Crunch

Every offseason, there are months and months of discussion surrounding who should be added to or removed from a roster. Free-agent and trade hypotheticals dominate headlines and podcasts as we all fixate on outcomes that are unlikely to ever happen.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 16

Long-time catcher joins Tigers coaching staff after 14 MLB seasons

The Detroit Tigers are adding former Major League Baseball catcher Martin Maldonado to their coaching staff as a quality control coach, reuniting the 40-year-old with manager AJ Hinch.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 16

Tigers To Hire Martín Maldonado As Quality Control Coach

Former major league catcher Martín Maldonado has lined up his next job in baseball. Maldonado will serve as the Tigers’ quality control coach, Chandler Rome and Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic report.

Jackson Jobe News / Just Baseball / October 14

Jackson Jobe Proved He Can Still Reach His Top Prospect Ceiling

After the departure of Tarik Skubal and Casey Mize, the Detroit Tigers will be looking for a new face of the rotation. A rotation that was once filled with veterans will take on a completely new and younger look with Justin Verlander’s retirement and Jack Flaherty’s impending free agency.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 12

The Tigers’ Under-The-Radar Option Decision

Option decisions are among the first pieces of offseason business. Any club and player option provisions must be decided upon within five days of the end of the World Series.

Tanner Rainey News / EssentiallySports / October 11

Tigers Veteran Makes Major Career Decision as His Detroit Tenure Comes to an End

Tanner Rainey has elected free agency, ending his brief stint with the Detroit Tigers. Players with six or more years of service time in MLB earn the right to become a free agent.

Detroit Tigers News / Viral Sports News / October 10

Detroit Tigers Emerge as Top Destination for All-Star Slugger

The Detroit Tigers enter the offseason with clear urgency after missing the postseason and closing out a year that fell short of expectations. The departure of ace Tarik Skubal left a void, and the club’s offense failed to generate consistent production, finishing with just 58 stolen bases as a team.