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Tarik Skubal Trade Odds Rising; 4 Teams Seen as Frontrunners

The Detroit Tigers’ 2026 season has fallen off the rails in the month of May, and it has completely coincided with the injury absence of their ace and MVP, Tarik Skubal.

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Tigers finally ends agonizing 8-game skid in Orioles series finale

The Detroit Tigers entered the season with high hopes of an AL Central crown. The season is not going well for the team, to the point Bob Nightengale has called for the Tigers to trade Tarik Skubal.

Troy Melton News / Field Level Media / May 24

Troy Melton wins first start, helps Tigers snap eight-game skid

Troy Melton pitched into the sixth inning in his first outing of the season and the Detroit Tigers ended an eight-game losing streak by beating the host Baltimore Orioles 4-1 on Sunday night to complete a day-night doubleheader.

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Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / May 24

Tigers 4, Orioles 1: Troy Melton returns and the Tigers win a game

After yet another gut-wrenching loss in the first of two on Sunday, the Detroit Tigers and their fans really needed a win. They got it with some early offense and strong performances from Troy Melton, Tyler Holton, and Drew Anderson, who closed out a 4-1 victory with a nice six-out save.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Kenley Jansen News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 24

One Kenley Jansen Stat Proves Detroit Tigers Need New Closer

The Detroit Tigers were one pitch, one out away from ending their seven-game losing streak, but once again, it wasn't in the stars. Holding a 3-2 lead going into the ninth inning of Game 1 of their doubleheader with Baltimore on Sunday, manager A.J.

Tarik Skubal News / Larry Brown Sports / May 24

Report: Four finalists have emerged for Tarik Skubal

A clearer picture is emerging of the Tarik Skubal sweepstakes. Rival executives believe that there are four finalists for the Detroit Tigers ace lefty Skubal ahead of the Aug.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 24

Tigers Designate Connor Seabold For Assignment, Activate Troy Melton

The Tigers announced that right-hander Connor Seabold has been designated for assignment. The move opens up space on both the 26-man and 40-man rosters

MLB News / Yardbarker

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / May 24

Orioles 5, Tigers 3: Jansen gives up a walkoff shot in Game 1 of the doubleheader

Desperately needing a win in the first of Sunday’s doubleheader, the Detroit Tigers had it in their grasp. They scratched out a small lead behind a quality Framber Valdez outing and took it into the eighth.

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Gleyber Torres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 24

Tigers’ Gleyber Torres’ surprise extended injury absence absolutely ‘killing’ him

Not only are the Detroit Tigers struggling immensely right now, but they’re also not aided by the fact that their starting pitching rotation has been decimated by injuries.

Kevin McGonigle News / Total Pro Sports / May 24

'It’s Tough Right Now' – Kevin McGonigle Dwells on Tigers’ Playoff Chances Amidst Ongoing Slump

Kevin McGonigle is one of several top prospects making a big impact in the MLB this year. Aside from natural talent, the Detroit Tigers rookie plays the game with a maturity beyond his years.

Brant Hurter News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 24

Tigers Place Brant Hurter on Injured List Ahead of Orioles Doubleheader

The Detroit Tigers made the first what should be several moves during Sunday’s doubleheader against the Baltimore Orioles. The Tigers announced that they placed left-handed pitcher Brant Hurter on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to Saturday, with lumbar spine inflammation.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 24

How Tigers Could Handle Pitching for Surprise Doubleheader with Orioles

The Detroit Tigers made the expected move of installing Framber Valdez as the starter for Game 1 of their doubleheader with the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.

MLB News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 23

Reliving the Last Time the Tigers Faced the Orioles in a Doubleheader

Detroit Tigers and Baltimore Orioles fans are going to have to wait to watch their favorite team play baseball, as Saturday's game two has been postponed due to weather.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 23

Why Tigers-Orioles game was postponed on Saturday

The scheduled Saturday matchup between the Detroit Tigers and Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards has been postponed because of continued rain and poor field conditions after both teams played through steady precipitation during Friday’s game.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / May 23

Tigers, O's to play Sunday doubleheader after postponement

Saturday's scheduled game between the Detroit Tigers and Orioles in Baltimore has been postponed due to inclement weather. The game is scheduled to be made up Sunday at 12:35 p.m.

MLB News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 23

Tigers Game with Orioles Postponed for Weather, Make-Up Date Set

Torrential rain and thunderstorms have been blanketing the Maryland area for the past few days, and they have now had an impact on Saturday's game between the Detroit Tigers and the Baltimore Orioles. Saturday's game, which was supposed to start at 4:05 p.m.

Kevin McGonigle News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 23

Kevin McGonigle Shares Optimistic Outlook Amid Tigers’ Struggles

Every kid dreaming of becoming a Major League Baseball player knows that baseball is one of the most humbling games in the world. With high expectations coming into 2026, the Detroit Tigers have massively underwhelmed them, holding a 20-32 record ahead of Memorial Day.

Riley Greene News / Just Baseball / May 23

Despite Power Outage, Riley Greene Is Thriving

The Detroit Tigers‘ season is off to a miserable start. A number of crucial players are on the injured list, and their offense, which was carried by an unusually high number of career years in 2025, has fallen flat.

Detroit Tigers News / HITC / May 23

Detroit Tigers collapse has become bigger than bad form

The Detroit Tigers collapse has become more than just a rough patch. Poor teams go through bad spells. Even decent teams can run into a tough fortnight.

Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / May 22

Tigers' Tarik Skubal emerging as top trade chip ahead of deadline

With the Detroit Tigers descending out of contention in the AL Central, their two-time reigning AL Cy Young winner, Tarik Skubal, is emerging as a premier trade chip with the Aug. 3 deadline looming.

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Justin Verlander News / Total Pro Sports / May 22

Detroit Tigers Hit With More Bad News On Justin Verlander

Veteran pitcher Justin Verlander was adamant about giving it another run in 2026. The future Hall of Famer surely has the skill, the tactics, and the experience, but staying healthy has been a huge problem.

Jack Flaherty News / Just Baseball / May 22

How Long of a Leash Do the Tigers Give Jack Flaherty?

The start to the 2026 season has been nothing but a disaster for Jack Flaherty. There’s no other way to slice it. The Detroit Tigers brought Flaherty back ahead of the 2025 season after they revitalized his career in 2024, shipped him off at the trade deadline, and singed him back to a two-year deal, $35 million deal.

Paul DeJong News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 21

Paul DeJong placed on full-season injured list in minors

It appears that Paul DeJong, who recently signed a minor league deal with the Tigers, is done for the year. The Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens have placed him on the full-season injured list, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com.

Kevin McGonigle News / Larry Brown Sports / May 21

Kevin McGonigle had unexpected rookie moment before Tigers home opener

Detroit Tigers rookie infielder Kevin McGonigle has wasted no time getting acclimated to the MLB level. McGonigle made the Opening Day roster after a stellar spring training, and as of May 21, he is hitting .285 with two home runs and 16 RBIs in 48 games.