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3 Detroit Tigers Prospects Who Could Play Major Roles in 2027

The Detroit Tigers have one of the best farm systems in Major League Baseball, keeping pace with several League franchises. What was once a franchise that banked on big free-agent additions, the current regime has built a farm system to be proud of and one that can pave the way into the future.

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A Pivotal 2027 Season Awaits This Young Tigers Infielder

The Detroit Tigers have several young hitters vying to secure their spots in the everyday starting lineup. Hao-Yu Lee is emerging as one of the team's top slap hitters, while Kevin McGonigle showcases all-around excellence.

Riley Greene News / Athlon Sports / October 11

Tigers Have No-Brainer Extension Candidate

Riley Greene once again proved himself as the anchor in the Detroit Tigers‘ lineup in 2026. Over 140 games, the 26-year-old slashed .280/.370/.474 with 21 home runs and 75 RBI.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 11

The One Free Agent Who Makes Too Much Sense for the Detroit Tigers

It is truly hard to put into words the disappointment that was the 2026 Detroit Tigers, who entered 2026 with realistic aspirations of an AL Pennant, to then become sellers at the trade deadline and finish the year 10 games under .500.

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The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

Can you name every MLB player to hit at least three home runs in multiple postseasons in eight minutes?

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.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 10

Three Trade Targets Who Could Solve the Tigers’ Biggest Problem

The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason with a problem that another lineup addition alone could not fix. Too often, their bullpen failed to protect the advantages the rest of the roster created.

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.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 10

Detroit Tigers Veteran Reliever Makes Decision on His MLB Future

The Detroit Tigers bullpen will be remembered as one of the biggest what-ifs in franchise history. Ahead of the 2026 season, Will Vest, Kyle Finnegan, and Kenley Jansen were projected to hold down the fort in the back end of the pen for Detroit, but they struggled mightily.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 9

One Bold Tigers Trade That Actually Makes Sense

The Detroit Tigers should call the Miami Marlins about Sandy Alcantara this winter. A pitcher who pitched 214 innings in 2026 could strengthen the rotation without requiring Detroit to commit to a lengthy free-agent contract.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 9

Detroit Tigers Make Major Staff Changes After Injury-Plagued Season

The Detroit Tigers are reportedly making some significant changes behind the scenes after suffering one of their most injury-plagued seasons in history.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 9

Tigers Offense Could Be Looking To Upgrade at One Position This Offseason

If the Detroit Tigers do not want to be as embarrassed in 2027 as they were in 2026, then some great improvements need to be made in the coming months before Opening Day rolls around.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / October 8

Three questions facing the Detroit Tigers this offseason

The Tigers have a lot of work to do if they are going to return to the playoff hunt. Let's look at three questions facing Detroit this offseason.

Manny Machado catches Justin Verlander off guard after seeing retired pitcher in his new job

The 'MLB Playoff saves leaders' quiz

Drew Anderson News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 8

The Tigers Player Whose Trade Value May Never Be Higher (And Why They Should Trade Him)

Drew Anderson gave the Detroit Tigers an encouraging story during a disappointing 2026 campaign. He also gave the President of baseball operations, Scott Harris, an opportunity to turn an unexpected success into a different kind of roster improvement.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 8

Projecting the Detroit Tigers’ 2027 Starting Rotation: Who’s In, Who’s Out?

The Detroit Tigers' starting rotation on paper in 2026 was one of the best in the American League. Led by Tarik Skubal, followed by Framber Valdez, Casey Mize, Jack Flaherty, and Justin Verlander, Detroit thought they compiled a rotation worthy of a deep playoff run.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 8

One Bullpen Reunion the Tigers Should Consider This Offseason

It's no secret that the 2026 Detroit Tigers were hindered by their bullpen. The team blew several late-inning leads and suffered numerous walk-off losses, which contributed to the franchise missing the playoffs.

Detroit Tigers News / HITC / October 8

Kate Upton text about David Ortiz shared live on-air by Justin Verlander during analyst debut

Justin Verlander has officially made his broadcasting debut following his MLB retirement, and he shared a text from his wife Kate Upton about his co-panelist David Ortiz on the first day.

MLB News / Just Baseball / October 7

Detroit Tigers Arbitration Projections and Tender Decisions

Once a team comes up with its projected salary for all of its arbitration-eligible players, it will begin a tender analysis to simply determine: “Are we comfortable guaranteeing Player X this much money?” If the answer is yes, the player will be tendered a contract prior to the mid-November Tender Deadline.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / October 6

5 Things We Learned About the Tigers in 2026

Coming into the 2026 season, expectations were sky high for the Detroit Tigers. Adding Framber Valdez, bringing back Gleyber Torres, and inserting Kevin McGonigle into the lineup made this team the favorite to win the AL Central.

Tanner Rainey News / Viral Sports News / October 3

Detroit Tigers Lose Long-Time MLB Veteran to Free Agency

Tanner Rainey is headed back to free agency after another brief, uneven stay with the Detroit Tigers, closing a second straight season in which the veteran right-hander showed enough stuff to earn a look and not enough command to keep it.

Dillon Dingler News / Just Baseball / September 30

What To Make of Dillon Dingler’s Up-and-Down Season

There was a point this season when people were saying Dillon Dingler was the best catcher in baseball, and they were right. This wasn’t coming just from Detroit Tigers fans who watched him every day, but from the national media as well.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 30

Tigers to part ways with two coaches

The Tigers are expected to make two coaching changes involving the major league staff. Assistant pitching coach Juan Nieves and first base coach Anthony Sanders will not be back with the club, reports Cody Stavenhagen and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

Jack Flaherty News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 27

Tigers Activate Jack Flaherty

Right-hander Jack Flaherty is rejoining the Tigers for the final game of the season, per a team announcement. He’ll take the place of lefty Brant Hurter, who was optioned to the club’s Florida Complex League affiliate.

Justin Verlander News / Yardbarker / September 26

Justin Verlander shares emotional moment during final start

Justin Verlander shares emotional moment with his daughter upon exiting final career start

Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander is a living legend in the game of baseball.

Verlander’s daughter throws the most perfect first pitch

Verlander gets a surprise from Kate Upton in his final career game

Verlander professes love for Tigers, foreshadows HOF plaque decision

CC Sabathia's jersey number retired at Yankee Stadium

Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. apologizes for contract comments

Justin Verlander News / Yardbarker / September 26

Justin Verlander professes love for Tigers, foreshadows HOF plaque decision

Despite needing to leave to win a championship, Justin Verlander's eventual plaque inside the Baseball Hall of Fame will likely show him wearing the Detroit Tigers' logo on his cap.

White Sox shortstop Colson Montgomery sets dubious record

Munetaka Murakami's hilarious playoff celebration goes viral

CC Sabathia's jersey number retired at Yankee Stadium

Eury Perez tosses first career complete game to blank Braves

Sweep, schedule change puts pressure solely on Cubs' shoulders

Why the Red Sox and Cubs are playing Game 162 at Tropicana Field