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Five Thoughts on Tigers Season That Ended with Playoff Disappointment

After being 11.5 games up at the All-Star break and looking to sail smoothly into home field advantage, the Detroit Tigers collapsed in an epic fashion, nearly missing the playoffs.

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Kevin McGonigle and Max Anderson start strong in the Arizona Fall League

The Scottsdale Scorpions, featuring the Detroit Tigers prospects playing in the Arizona Fall League got their short season underway starting on Monday, October 6.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 12

Tigers Ace Tarik Skubal Sounds Like He Won't Negotiate New Deal This Offseason

The Detroit Tigers suffered a heartbreaking defeat on Friday night in Game 5 of the American League Divisional Series against the Seattle Mariners in 15 innings.

Zach McKinstry News / Sporting News / October 12

Tigers predicted to offer two-years, $30 million to $66 million two-time All-Star to upgrade from Zach McKinstry

This would be the offensive upgrade the Tigers are looking for.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 12

Tigers Critical Free Agent Signing Interested in Returning After Huge Season

The Detroit Tigers have just suffered an absolutely heartbreaking playoff exit by being on the wrong end of a 15-inning thriller on Friday night to once again fall one game shy of their first ALCS since 2013.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Detroit Tigers News / Legends On Deck / October 12

Tigers Season Ends, Speculation Begins

The American League Division Series was, in many ways, a microcosm of the Detroit Tigers 2025 season. Game 4 represented the first half of the Tigers season.

Kyle Finnegan News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 12

Tigers' Kyle Finnegan Makes Strong Statement on His Upcoming Free Agency

At the trade deadline back in July, the Detroit Tigers added some key bullpen arms for the stretch run and the postseason. One relief pitcher they acquired was veteran Kyle Finnegan from the Washington Nationals for a pair of prospects.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 12

Should Tigers Have Pulled Tarik Skubal Early in Game Five of ALDS?

The Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners played a dramatic 15-inning duel in game five of the American League Division Series. A game that lasted nearly five hours saw the Mariners emerge victorious, courtesy of a walk-off single from Jorge Polanco.

Tarik Skubal News / Athlon Sports / October 11

Tarik Skubal Sends Farewell Message After 6th Season With Tigers

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal followed his 2024 Cy Young campaign with more dominance in 2025. Taking home the AL Triple Crown last season with a 2.39 ERA, 228 strikeouts, and an 18-4 record, Skubal was even better by some metrics this year.

Jack Flaherty News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 11

Tigers' Jack Flaherty Sends Clear Message to Detroit's Front Office After ALDS Loss

The Detroit Tigers' 2025 season came to an end earlier than they would have liked on Friday night after the Seattle Mariners won a 3-2 deciding Game 5 at T-Mobile Park in 15 innings to advance to the American League Championship Series.

Kyle Finnegan News / Sporting News / October 11

Tigers' Kyle Finnegan hoping for Detroit reunion in free agency

Kyle Finnegan wants to return to Detroit this winter.

Detroit Tigers News / Sporting News / October 11

Tigers' Kerry Carpenter joins Babe Ruth in postseason history with insane stat

Kerry Carpenter was historically great for the Tigers in Game 5 of the ALDS.

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Gleyber Torres News / Field Level Media / October 11

Tigers 2B Gleyber Torres to have sports hernia surgery

Detroit Tigers second baseman Gleyber Torres will undergo sports hernia surgery after playing through "a lot of pain." He told reporters of his plans following Friday's season-ending loss to the Seattle Mariners in Game 5 of the American League Division Series.

Tarik Skubal News / Sporting News / October 11

Tigers' Tarik Skubal deflects extension question after wild Mariners ALDS loss

Tarik Skubal didn't reveal any updates on his upcoming final year before free agency.

Spencer Torkelson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 11

Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelson’s ‘heartbreaking’ reaction to ALDS loss

The Detroit Tigers saw their 2025 season end in heartbreak, falling 3-2 to the Seattle Mariners in a record-breaking 15-inning Game 5 of the ALDS at T-Mobile Park.

Jack Flaherty News / Sporting News / October 11

Tigers' Jack Flaherty sends powerful message to Detroit amid $20 million decision

Flaherty believes in this club.

Skip Bayless News / FirstSportz / October 11

Skip Bayless Sends Congratulatory Message to Mariners Fans Following EPIC ALDS Game 5 Win over Tigers

On Friday, the Seattle Mariners took down the Detroit Tigers in an epic game. The American League West champions emerged as 3-2 winners following a walk-off win in the 15th inning.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / October 11

The Detroit Tigers Lose a Historic Game 5 and a Memorable Series

What a game and what a series. Game 1 and Game 5 were extremely similar, with both going to extras and the final score ending 3-2. Truly, coin flip games and the Mariners came up heads when it mattered the most.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 11