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Tarik Skubal News / CBSSports.com / February 23

Why Tarik Skubal won't be pitching for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic final

That star-studded rotation is already a little less shiny

Izaac Pacheco News / Bless You Boys / February 23

BYB 2026 Tigers prospect reports #30: 3B Izaac Pacheco

The Detroit Tigers prep leaning draft classes under Scott Harris have pointed the organization in a new direction in talent acquisition over the last three years.

Colt Keith News / Bless You Boys / February 23

Finding Colt Keith’s lost power

Colt Keith looks like a power hitter, doesn’t he? He’s listed at 6’2, 210 pounds, making him a certifiably large human being. His minor league track record speaks for itself, too.

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Jack Flaherty News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 23

Tigers Star Jack Flaherty Reveals Main Reason Why He Chose Return to Detroit

The Detroit Tigers went into the offseason needing the both find a way to take the next step as a team while also keeping their free agents who contributed heavily to last year's team.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / February 23

World Baseball Classic: Schedule, Broadcasts, and the Tigers

It’s almost that time again: the sixth edition of the World Baseball Classic, played once every four-ish years, is starting on March 4 with Chinese Taipei (Taiwan) playing Australia in the Tokyo Dome.

Detroit Tigers News / Last Word On Sports / February 22

Is Detroit’s Prospect Development Model Repeatable? Defining the Ideal Tigers Prospect

The Detroit Tigers have begun to see the returns of years spent stockpiling talent. Impact arms have emerged. Position players have flashed everyday value.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / February 22

Tarik Skubal Reacts to USA Hockey's Gold Medal Win Over Canada

The Detroit Tigers have reloaded as the 2026 MLB season approaches, and their pitching staff once again looks like one of the strongest in the league. The front office made a major splash in free agency, signing left‑hander Framber Valdez to a three‑year, $115 million deal to slot alongside ace Tarik Skubal at the top of the rotation.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 22

Torres, Flaherty Discuss Decision To Remain With Tigers

Both Gleyber Torres and Jack Flaherty could’ve tested the free agent market this winter, but the two veterans instead chose to stay with the Tigers, so

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 22

3 Key Takeaways From Tigers’ Comeback Battle With Baltimore

The Detroit Tigers went to battle against the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday in their spring training home opener. After dropping their spring training opener to the New York Yankees 20-3, Detroit looked to have a more competitive approach when taking on the Orioles.

Kevin McGonigle News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 22

Tigers Seeing Exactly What They Need to So Far from Kevin McGonigle

The Detroit Tigers began their spring training campaign on Saturday afternoon in what was a blowout defeat against the New York Yankees, however it's not the game results that matter this time of year.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 22

Tigers Start 2 Rookies and a New Veteran in Spring Training Home Opener

The Detroit Tigers head back to Lakeland to take on the Baltimore Orioles in their spring training home opener, with the first pitch scheduled for 1:05 PM EST.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 22

Detroit Tigers Opening Day Starting Lineup and Rotation Projection

The first day of the 2026 MLB baseball season is rapidly approaching, and the Detroit Tigers are going to look eerily similar to 2025 when that day comes.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 21

What We’re Actually Learning From Tigers' Pitchers and Catchers in Lakeland

The Detroit Tigers have gotten to work this spring in the pitching department to ensure that they have enough depth and confidence in their starting rotation and bullpen to inch them further in the playoffs.

MLB News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 21

3 Key Players to Watch in Tigers Spring Training Opener Against New York Yankees

The long wait is over; the Detroit Tigers play baseball for the first time in 2026 today. The first pitch is scheduled for 1:05 PM EST and will be against the New York Yankees, who already have one loss to their name.

Drew Anderson News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 21

Drew Anderson Could Thrive with Tigers in Unique Role on Pitching Staff

The Detroit Tigers arrived fashionably late to the hot stove this offseason. The goal to bolster the starting rotation was accomplished through the acquisitions of Framber Valdez and Justin Verlander.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 20

What We’re Actually Learning About Detroit Tigers Pitching Staff So Far

It had been a near-silent offseason for the Detroit Tigers until the last measly two weeks, when the organization decided to separate itself in the division with two key additions to their starting rotation.

Trey Sweeney News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 20

Tigers’ Trey Sweeney puts spring training on pause amid shoulder injury

As the Detroit Tigers prepare for the 2026 season, they’re hopeful infielder Trey Sweeney can serve as a crucial contributor. However, Sweeney’s spring training preparations has come to a sudden halt.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 19

Tigers new alternate jerseys have MLB world buzzing

The Detroit Tigers are ready for the 2026 season to begin so they can prove to the world they are the best team in the American League. They fell short in the playoffs last year against the Seattle Mariners; however, things were close to going the other way, and they were good enough to get to the World Series.