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On YouTubeDetroit Tigers News / ESPN / December 17
GM: Up to Hinch if signee Jansen is Tigers' closer 
The Tigers have added one of baseball's most accomplished closers, but it will be up to manager A.J. Hinch whether Kenley Jansen takes on that role in Detroit.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / December 17
Veteran closer Kenley Jansen fills hole in back end of Tigers bullpen
The addition of Jansen shows the Tigers are serious about improving a weakness and contending again after falling in the American League Division Series each of the past two seasons.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / December 17
Tigers sign closer Kenley Jansen to one-year, $11M deal
The Detroit Tigers agreed to terms with four-time All-Star closer Kenley Jansen on a one-year, $11 million contract on Wednesday. The deal is worth $9 million for the 2026 season and includes a club option for 2027 at $12 million, with a buyout of $2 million.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 17
Here’s What Tigers Are Still After As 2025 Clock Rapidly Winds Down
The Winter Meetings have now come and gone for baseball and it isn't surprising that the Detroit Tigers didn't make any huge additions during their time in Orlando.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 17
Three World Series Winners Lead Detroit Tigers Catchers in bWAR
Catcher is the most difficult position to find. It's the most important defensive position on the field, as the entire game runs through them. Finding a great defensive catcher is one thing, but its even more rare to find a catcher that can hit, too.
Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / December 17
Munetaka Murakami just doesn’t make sense for the Tigers
Infielder Munetaka Murakami of the Tokyo Yakult Swallows was posted by his club for MLB teams to negotiate with starting back on November 8. That window closes next Monday, December 22 at 5 p.m.
Drew Anderson News / Field Level Media / December 16
Tigers reach 1-year deal with RHP Drew Anderson
The Detroit Tigers and right-hander Drew Anderson agreed to terms on a one-year, $7 million contract with a club option for $10 million in the 2027 season, the team announced Tuesday.
Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 16
Tigers Seemingly Trending Towards Keeping Tarik Skubal as Trade Noise Quiets
The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason with one massive question looming over them, and thus far it's only produced more questions to go along with it.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 15
Tigers Must Acquire At Least One Free Agent Bat Before Offseason Ends
The Detroit Tigers went into the offseason expected to add more so to their pitching staff than anything else, needing help both in the starting rotation and the bullpen.
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 / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 15
Tigers Predicted to Lose Out to Red Sox in Pursuit of Top Free Agent Target
The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason with fans hoping and praying to see them get serious when it comes to landing one of the top free agents on the market in order to take the next step as a team.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 15
How Tigers Likely Will Configure Bullpen Following Major Free Agent Signings
The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason with an obvious goal of rebuilding their pitching staff, expected by most to look at that area more so than anything else in free agency.
MLB News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 15
How Tyler Glasnow Decision Reduces Risk of Tigers Trading Ace Tarik Skubal
The Los Angeles Dodgers and Detroit Tigers reportedly engaged in trade discussions about Tarik Skubal throughout December's Winter Meetings. Multiple proposals centered on Dodgers starter Tyler Glasnow as the main piece heading to Detroit.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 14
Tigers Potential Heist of Yankees Star Would be Perfect Final Offseason Move
The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason looking to find the move which would allow them to take the next step as an American League contender, and though they have done some nice things, there's still work to do.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 14
Tigers May Still Have One More Significant Free Agent Splash Signing Coming
The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason coming off back-to-back exits in Game 5 of the ALDS after portions of each of the last two regular seasons made them appear like World Series contenders.
Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / December 14
Have the Tigers Done Enough To Fortify Their Bullpen
When the Detroit Tigers walked off the field after 15 hard-fought innings against the Seattle Mariners, fans were left frustrated. An underwhelming trade deadline, a divisional lead blown, and weaknesses exposed throughout the final three months of the season.
Detroit Tigers News / Total Apex Sports / December 14
A Blockbuster Trade For Tigers Ace Tarik Skubal Is 'Likely'
The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason with one pressing question: would they trade their ace, Tarik Skubal? With Skubal set to enter the final year of his contract, Detroit faces a pivotal decision—maximize the return on their most valuable asset now, or risk losing him for less later.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 13
Kenley Jansen signs with a new contender in free agency
38-year-old Kenley Jansen is getting chance to compete for another World Series title.
Chase Lee News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 12
Blue Jays Acquire Chase Lee
The Tigers have traded right-hander Chase Lee to the Blue Jays in exchange for minor league lefty Johan Simon, according to announcements from both clubs.
Tarik Skubal News / Yardbarker / December 12
Why Mets should make bold move, trade for Tarik Skubal
Lacking an ace, the Mets need to make a bold move to acquire one.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 12
Could the Dodgers trade this All-Star to land Tarik Skubal?
If the Detroit Tigers are really going to trade Tarik Skubal this offseason, it's going to take a deal that would bring a great deal of value back to the Motor City.
Kyle Finnegan News / Total Apex Sports / December 10
Kyle Finnegan Re-Signs With Detroit Tigers
Just when you thought the MLB offseason was settling into its usual winter slumber, the Detroit Tigers decided to make some noise. The bullpen, a source of endless drama and late-inning heartburn, was priority number one on the offseason to-do list.
Casey Mize News / Just Baseball / December 10
Should the Detroit Tigers Consider Extending Casey Mize?
When Casey Mize was selected first overall in 2018, Detroit Tigers fans thought they had their future ace. Fast forward a few years, and we are left with more questions than answers about Mize.
Kyle Finnegan News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 10
Kyle Finnegan's multiyear deal with Tigers makes sense
The Tigers are reportedly bringing back veteran reliever Kyle Finnegan.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 9
Tigers interested in Ha-Seong Kim
The Detroit Tigers are interested in free agent infielder Ha-Seong Kim, reports Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press. It was reported last week that the Tigers have renewed interest in free agent Alex Bregman, though Petzold reports this week that the club’s interest in Bregman has been lukewarm so far this offseason.
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