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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 29
Tigers Hope to Take Down Another Former Cy Young Winner With New Starting Lineup
The Detroit Tigers and Los Angeles Dodgers went to battle in the series opener Friday night, with Tarik Skubal returning to Detroit for the first time since being traded to Los Angeles at the trade deadline.
Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 29
Tarik Skubal Pitches Like He Never Left Tigers in Return to Comerica Park
The Detroit Tigers had an emotional opening game of their series against the Los Angeles Dodgers as it was Tarik Skubal's first start back after being traded to LA.
MLB News / Bless You Boys / August 29
Tigers look to even up series with Dodgers on Saturday afternoon 
The Detroit Tigers dropped the weekend home series opener to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night, 2-1. Tarik Skubal threw six frames of one-run ball for the visitors, but that was all the offense would score, leaving no room for error for the relief corps — and of course with this group, there is always a hiccup or two.
The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / August 29
Michael Massey makes his pro debut in Lakeland, Cris Rodriguez homers again
Jackson Wolf threw a great game, and the bullpen held an early lead to take out the Saints on Friday. The Saints were without prized outfield prospect Walker Jenkins, who was called up to the big leagues for his debut yesterday.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 28
Dodgers' Tarik Skubal pitches gem in return to Detroit
Tarik Skubal was back in Detroit for the first time on Friday night and gave his former team a different perspective on his dominance. It did not go well for them.
MLB News / Bless You Boys / August 28
Tarik Skubal and the Dodgers bullpen bully the Tigers
The Tigers were unable to spoil Tarik Skubal’s homecoming. The now Dodgers ace had a pretty normal, excellent but nothing special start, while Tigers pitching dealt with a ton of traffic on the bases all night long.
Justin Verlander News / Athlon Sports / August 28
Justin Verlander Hoping for One Last Appearance After Tigers Update
Justin Verlander is getting closer to a potential final appearance with the Detroit Tigers, giving the veteran right-hander a new reason to believe he can return before the end of the season.
Riley Greene News / Athlon Sports / August 28
Tigers Reveal the Plan for Riley Greene Before Dodgers Matchup
The Detroit Tigers are getting closer to having Riley Greene back in the lineup, with the All-Star outfielder now set to take another important step in his recovery.
Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 28
Previewing Tarik Skubal's Return Against Tigers
It's time for the Detroit Tigers to face the music. After a brutal 12-game stretch, the Tigers (62-71) return home to face an old friend. They'll square off against Tarik Skubal and the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Javier Baez News / Viral Sports News / August 28
Detroit Tigers Announce Javier Baez Decision on Friday
The Detroit Tigers are turning back to veteran Javier Baez as they open a series Friday against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Baez is in the starting lineup after sitting out Detroit’s most recent game, a 3-0 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Tarik Skubal News / TWSN / August 28
Star Pitcher Listed as Starter in Los Angeles Dodgers vs Detroit Tigers August 28th Matchup
August 28th is shaping up to be must-see TV for both Los Angeles Dodgers and Detroit Tigers fans. After being traded from the Tigers, Tarik Skubal is now facing his old team on the 28th. Tigers fans knew this was coming for quite some time, but it’s not going to be fun seeing Skubal in Dodger blue after everything he’s done.
Riley Greene News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 26
Riley Greene injury update is crucial as Tigers hope to stay in postseason contention
The Detroit Tigers are doing everything they can to avoid falling out of the postseason race. The Tigers initially found success after trading Tarik Skubal, but the team is now just 2-8 over its past 10 games.
Nick Sandlin News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26
Tigers Release Nick Sandlin
Right-handed reliever Nick Sandlin was released from the Tigers’ Triple-A affiliate, per the transaction log at MiLB.com. It’s possible the righty had an opt-out provision in his deal, as he’d been pitching pretty well over the past couple months.
Gleyber Torres News / Viral Sports News / August 26
Detroit Tigers Announce Gleyber Torres Decision on Wednesday
The Detroit Tigers changed their batting order Wednesday for the finale of their series against the Tampa Bay Rays, moving three-time All-Star Gleyber Torres out of the leadoff spot he occupied a night earlier.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / August 26
Minor League Transactions: Bodine, Lackey, Isaac Promoted
With the final few weeks of the 2026 Minor League season upon us, some notable prospects have new homes for the stretch run. Caden Bodine and Xavier Isaac are now in Triple-A, while top Twins pick Vahn Lackey is with the Cedar Rapids Kernels.
Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / August 25
Max Clark's blast lifts Tigers past Rays, snaps skid
Max Clark hit his second career home run to help propel host Detroit to a 4-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday, ending the Tigers' six-game losing streak.
James Outman News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26
Tigers outright James Outman
Outfielder James Outman has cleared waivers and been sent to Triple-A, according to multiple reports, including from Chris McCosky of the Detroit News.
Jackson Jobe News / Field Level Media / August 25
Losers of 6 straight, Tigers hope Jackson Jobe can tame Rays
The Detroit Tigers' bullpen failed Jackson Jobe in his last start. That didn't diminish the fact that he's quickly establishing himself as a fixture in the rotation.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 24
Tigers bolster bullpen with signing of former Braves reliever Tyler Kinley
The Detroit Tigers have signed Kinley to a major league deal to bolster their bullpen amid their recent struggles.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 23
Dodgers' Tarik Skubal set to face his former team in upcoming series
The Los Angeles Dodgers will be facing the Detroit Tigers in an upcoming series, which means that Tarik Skubal is in line to face his former team.
Kevin McGonigle News / Just Baseball / August 20
Kevin McGonigle Is Exceeding All Early Expectations
The Detroit Tigers‘ improbable run to the postseason in 2024, followed by narrowly missing a chance to play for a World Series in 2025, pushed fans’ expectations for an aggressive offseason in 2026 sky-high.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 19
Rafael Flores Jr.'s historic day salvages latest Paul Skenes dud for Pirates
Paul Skenes had another disappointing outing for the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday afternoon, failing to get through five innings and allowing three earned runs with four walks.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / August 14
Tigers make obscure history in shutout victory over Guardians
Thursday's win moved the Tigers to 60-61 this season and put them in a tie with the Texas Rangers for the third AL wild-card spot.
Riley Greene News / Yardbarker / August 14
Tigers make unfortunate Riley Greene announcement in midst of playoff push
Despite trading away Tarik Skubal ahead of the 2026 MLB trade deadline, the Detroit Tigers have remained well within striking distance of an AL wild-card spot. Detroit's chances of securing one of those spots took a major hit Wednesday afternoon with an injury announcement regarding an All-Star player.
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