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Detroit Tigers New Pitching Staff Unleashed: How Framber Valdez Reshapes Their Starting Rotation

The Detroit Tigers caused a massive surprise on Wednesday evening after signing Framber Valdez to a three-year, $115 million contract. The club also went into the arbitration hearing against Tarik Skubal the same day, the results of which are yet to be announced.

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Framber Valdez To Sign With Detroit Tigers

The Detroit Tigers were mostly quiet for the first few months of the offseason. They invested in bringing back Gleyber Torres and Kyle Finnegan, while the only significant free agent they added was Kenley Jansen.

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Framber Valdez News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 4

Tigers Reportedly Sign Star Southpaw Framber Valdez on $115M Massive Deal

The Detroit Tigers have been fairly quiet this offseason compared to some of the other ballclubs across the nation, but perhaps it was just the calm before the storm.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 4

Tigers signing Framber Valdez slams door on Tarik Skubal extension

The chances of the Detroit Tigers and pitcher Tarik Skubal working out a long-term extension may officially be over.

Framber Valdez signs with a surprise team on a massive deal

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MLB News / Yardbarker / February 4

Framber Valdez's Tigers contract makes history in multiple ways

Left-hander Framber Valdez's contract with Tigers makes history in multiple ways

The Detroit Tigers are reportedly adding a massive arm to their starting rotation. According to ESPN's Jeff Passan, the Tigers and Framber Valdez have reached an agreement on a three-year, $115 million contract.

Tigers signing Valdez slams the door on Tarik Skubal extension

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

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder after losing out on top stars?

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 4

Tigers Spring Training Roster Reveal Has Four Top Prospects in Big League Camp

The Detroit Tigers are going to have some of their biggest prospects involved when they kick off spring training action this month in Lakeland. With the

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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.

Tarik Skubal News / ESPN / February 4

Skubal, Tigers begin arbitration, wait for ruling

Tarik Skubal, who is seeking $32M, and the Tigers, who are offering $19M, made their cases in salary arbitration, with a decision expected Thursday.

Detroit Tigers News / Last Word On Sports / February 4

One Key Player Is Ready to Become the Star the Detroit Tigers Have Been Waiting For

Every Major League franchise needs a face. A player who embodies the team, the fan base, and sometimes represents the city itself. In Detroit, that role has remained vacant since Miguel Cabrera stepped away.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 4

One Tigers Outfielder to Watch Closely This Spring Training

The Detroit Tigers turn the page to February, which means that baseball is right around the corner. With pitchers and catchers reporting soon to spring training, it won't be long before the whole team is back in Tigertown in Lakeland, Florida.

Detroit Tigers News / ESPN / February 4

Lolich, '68 World Series hero for Tigers, dies at 85

Mickey Lolich, who pitched three complete-game victories to help the Detroit Tigers win the 1968 World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals, died Wednesday at the age of 85.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / February 4

Detroit Tigers’ great Mickey Lolich passes at age 85

The Detroit Tigers have had some great pitchers in their long history, but few made their mark the way left-hander Mickey Lolich did. The hero of the 1968 World Series passed away at age 85 on Wednesday.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 4

Tigers Iconic Pitcher, 1968 World Series Hero Passes Away at Age of 85

The Detroit Tigers lost a legend on Wednesday morning. As first reported by the Detroit Free Press, 1968 World Series MVP Mickey Lolich passed away at the age of 85 on Wednesday.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / February 4

Tigers release full roster for major league spring camp

Folks, we’re almost there. Winter still has us in its icy grip here in the north, but a week from today, pitchers and catchers will be reporting to Lakeland.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 4

Veteran Starting Pitcher Could Be X-Factor for Tigers This Season

The Detroit Tigers are getting set for the start of the regular season, and hope will be high that 2026 is going to be the year they can finally get over

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / February 4

Tigers Topics: Which Tiger do you think will break out this season?

The Detroit Tigers aren’t entirely running it back for 2026, but aside from adding Kenley Jansen, Kyle Finnegan, and Drew Anderson, we’re heading toward an Opening Day roster that is little changed form the 2025 edition.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 3

Former Tigers Infielder Back on the Market Following Recent DFA

The Detroit Tigers haven't made a significant move when adding to the lineup this offseason after being eliminated in the American League Division Series in Game 5 for the second season in a row.

Tarik Skubal News / Fastball on SI / February 3

How Tarik Skubal's Arbitration Case Could Affect Tigers, Remaining Pitching Market

The Detroit Tigers and pitcher Tarik Skubal are set to go to arbitration on Wednesday, Feb. 4, to determine the ace's salary for the 2026 season. And the outcome of this arbitration hearing could have massive ramifications on the Tigers' plans for the rest of the offseason, as well as the overall free agent pitching market.

Riley Greene News / Athlon Sports / February 3

Riley Greene Makes Career Decision Ahead of 5th Season With Tigers

The Detroit Tigers are looking to make a third straight trip to the MLB playoffs in 2026. While ace Tarik Skubal remains the face of the franchise as his future with the organization stays uncertain, he is not the only impactful player on the 40-man roster.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 3

1 last-minute signing Tigers must make before spring training

While the Detroit Tigers kick the tires on free-agent pitchers, they seem likely to hold on to star Tarik Skubal for the 2026 season. But acquiring pitching depth is one last-minute signing the Tigers must make before spring training.

Detroit Tigers News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

Why 2026 Could Be a Turning Point for the Detroit Tigers

In Detroit, patience has been the price of progress, and it appears the payoff is finally beginning to come. For new fans and lifelong supporters alike, 2026 represents the chance for the Tigers to deliver something that has felt distant for years: meaningful baseball.