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A Scary Look at Tigers Starting Rotation if Tarik Skubal Were To Be Traded

This free agency has been quite entertaining as contracts have blown up all over the place for some of the best available players in the game. While the Detroit Tigers didn't take a big loss this time around, they sure could at the end of 2026, as one of the greatest pitchers to ever do it will become available.

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Reunion with Former Prep Teammate Could Be in Tigers Ace Jack Flaherty's Future

The Detroit Tigers continue to find themselves caught up in ongoing trade rumors and speculation. Heading into the offseason, the Tigers knew they wanted to provide more depth to their pitching staff.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / January 26

BYB 2026 Tigers prospect reports #38: LHP Paul Wilson

The Detroit Tigers 2023 draft is currently on track to be among their best ever. That draft is going to be remembered for Max Clark in the first round, and an absolute steal in Kevin McGonigle in the competitive balance round.

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The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Detroit Tigers News / Total Pro Sports / January 26

MLB Rumors: Detroit Tigers Linked to $19 Million Free Agent Pitcher

The Detroit Tigers have not made any major impact in the free agent market this winter. Kenley Jansen remains their biggest addition to the roster besides the deals to keep hold of Gleyber Torres and Kyle Finnegan.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 25

Tigers Star Casey Mize Honors Tarik Skubal with Heartfelt Message

The Detroit Tigers have one of the best starting pitchers in baseball going into 2026, led by back-to-back American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 25

Tigers rumors: Will Lucas Giolito reunite with high school teammate Jack Flaherty?

While the Detroit Tigers have made the playoffs in back-to-back seasons, they are trying to get past the Division Series. Perhaps more pitching is what the Tigers need to get over the hump.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 25

Tigers Are Excellent Fit for Dependable Blue Jays Free Agent Starting Pitcher

The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason looking to improve on their pitching staff, and while in some ways they have done that, there is still some work to do if they want a finished product.

Max Scherzer News / Yardbarker / January 26

Three teams that should take a chance on Max Scherzer

Scherzer might not be a Cy Young contender anymore, but he still might have something valuable left in the tank.

Scherzer is not ready to hang up the cleats just yet

Veteran infielder Hanser Alberto announces retirement

Pirates are still open to bringing their longtime star back

Andrew McCutchen calls out Pirates for snubbing him

Sneaky-good moves the Yankees should make to shake up roster

Why the White Sox could be surprisingly good in 2026

Tarik Skubal News / Last Word On Sports / January 25

How Does Tarik Skubal Compare to Some Great Lefties?

Tarik Skubal is the two-time reigning American League Cy Young winner. Along with Paul Skenes, he is generally regarded as one of the top two pitchers in Major League Baseball.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

MLB News / Total Apex Sports / January 25

New York Yankees Had 'No Chance' Meeting the Detroit Tigers’ Asking Price For Tarik Skubal

The New York Yankees are always involved in the rumor mill when it comes to acquiring top talent every offseason, and were linked to Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal.

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Tarik Skubal News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 25

Tigers’ Tarik Skubal keeps Cy Young superstition alive in pursuit of three-peat

Athletes are notoriously superstitious people, and baseball players might be the best example of this. There are a lot of stories about baseball players having unique routines before and during the game.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 24

Tigers Should Pursue Versatile Free Agent Outfielder as Final Offseason Piece

The Detroit Tigers went into the offseason with fans hoping for some significant upgrades, and while they have gotten that in some areas, others have gone neglected.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 24

Tigers Future Built Around Rise of Highly Talented Prospect Quartet

The Detroit Tigers are worthy of criticism that they haven’t done enough to improve their offense through free agency this offseason. But there may be a good reason why Detroit isn’t pushing to sign long-term free agents.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / January 24

BYB 2026 Tigers prospect reports #39: LHP Ethan Schiefelbein

While the main theme of the Tiger farm system is the group of top shelf prospects leading the way, the other big story in the system is a pretty disastrous run of pitcher injuries over the last two years.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 24

Tigers Success Brings Boon of Significant National Television Exposure

The Detroit Tigers have been a playoff team each of the last two seasons. With that, comes the spoils of national television appearances. Major League Baseball has four national TV deals with ESPN, Fox, NBC/Peacock and TBS.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / January 24

Skubal vs Skenes 2026 Fantasy Comparison

It is draft day and you have a pick towards the back of the first round. You know that you can get a really good hitter in the second round, so you’ve made the decision that you are going to take an elite ace with your first pick.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 24

Tigers Organization Should Be Concerned With Latest Power Rankings

There are a few organizations this offseason who have made large improvements to their roster, but the Detroit Tigers have not been one of them. They require a bat, but now there are none left on the market, and with spring training right around the corner, that is concerning.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / January 24

A closer look at the Tigers 2026 international free agent class

The 2026 international signing period opened a week ago (Jan. 15), and Detroit signed seven players. While prospects can sign any time between Jan. 15 and Dec.

Chase Utley News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 23

Tigers’ top prospect draws attention-grabbing Chase Utley comparison

Detroit Tigers fans are understandably frustrated about potentially parting ways with two-time reigning American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal, for it seems impossible to replace his production in the starting pitching rotation.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 23

Yankees and Mets Each Reportedly Balked at Tigers Insane Tarik Skubal Demands

The Detroit Tigers went into the offseason with a massive question looming as to whether or not they could look to move on from the face of their franchise.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 23

Two Ways the Tigers Can Become Legitimate Contenders Before Spring Training

The MLB offseason is slowly winding down, as we're a month away from spring training. Free agent acquisitions and trades have been ramping up over the last week, as teams begin to finalize their rosters for the 2026 season.

Detroit Tigers News / Total Apex Sports / January 21

Detroit Tigers Named As Possible Landing Spot For Free Agent Power Hitter

The Detroit Tigers are reportedly exploring options to bolster their infield, and one name that has surfaced as a potential target is Eugenio Suárez. The veteran slugger, who began his MLB career with the Tigers in 2014, could be a cost-effective solution to address Detroit’s need for more power at third base.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / January 20

Top Notes From the Detroit Tigers’ ZiPS Projections for 2026

In 2022, the Detroit Tigers won 66 games, with their top player by WAR being Javier Baez. Oh, how things have changed. The Tigers have now had back-to-back years where they not only made the playoffs but won a series.

Bryan Sammons News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 12

Tigers To Re-Sign Bryan Sammons To Minor League Deal

The Tigers are signing left-hander Bryan Sammons to a minor league contract, reports Jon Morosi of The MLB Network. The 6’4″ southpaw will be in camp as a non-roster invitee.