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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 16

Young Tigers Prospect Expected To Overtake Veterans In Shortstop Battle This Spring

The Detroit Tigers have done a phenomenal job this offseason when it comes to bolstering their starting rotation, which is now led by Tarik Skubal, Framber Valdez, Jack Flaherty, Casey Mize and Justin Verlander.

Max Scherzer News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 16

Why the Tigers Could Revisit a Max Scherzer Reunion This Spring

The Detroit Tigers went into the month of February with fans questioning their will to win following what seemed, for the moment, like yet another quiet offseason in the Motor City.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / February 16

Five Tigers land on FanGraphs top prospect list for 2026

We’re pretty partial to FanGraphs here at Bless You Boys. They combine outstanding writing with all the statistics you could want to understand baseball and baseball players, and their subscription cost is extremly reasonable and has remained low for years now.

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Kevin McGonigle News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 16

Tigers May Be Plotting Early Kevin McGonigle Promotion After Sunday Workout

The Detroit Tigers came into spring training with one youngster under the brightest microscope of all in one of baseball's top prospects, 21-year-old infielder Kevin McGonigle.

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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.

Tarik Skubal News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16

Tigers rumors: Some execs still think Tarik Skubal could be traded during spring training

As it stands, superstar Tarik Skubal is expected to start on Opening Day for the Detroit Tigers. However, some are still convinced that the back-to-back Cy Young winner will be traded during spring training.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / February 16

MLB News: Tarik Skubal, Riley Greene, Spring Training, Nick Castellanos, Tigers’ uniforms

Happy Monday, friends. Some fun and interesting little news bites to feast on in this first week of Spring Training. First, Tarik Skubal is expanding his skill set, learning to become the team’s unofficial barista.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 16

Two Reasons Why Tigers Are Poised to Enjoy Success in 2026 Season

The Detroit Tigers had a fairly quiet offseason up until a mere two weeks ago when they made a few additions to their pitching staff. Even with a pair of new faces, it is clear that the Tigers' 2025 roster is mainly what will be the supporting cast for this season, and that is in no way a bad thing.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / February 15

Top 10 Detroit Tigers Spring Training Storylines to Watch

Seeing the first video of players playing catch in spring training always puts a smile on my face. Maybe it’s the sound of a baseball smacking the mitt.

Kenley Jansen News / Bless You Boys / February 15

Kenley Jansen and the legend of the cut fastball

Beyond all the talk of splitters, sweepers, seam-shifted changeups, and the like, the best pitch in baseball remains the most elusive. The riding cutter, most famously the pitch that carried Yankees closer Mariano Rivera, remains one of the hardest pitches to pick up for pitchers, and one of the toughest to handle for hitters.

Miguel Cabrera News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 15

2 Tigers With the Best Chance to Hit 40+ Home Runs Since Miguel Cabrera

The Detroit Tigers play at one of the more pitcher-friendly ballparks in all of Major League Baseball. Comerica Park has a wide open outfield and dimensions that make it very hard to send balls over the wall.

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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 / Bless You Boys / February 15

Tigers talk: What are your favorite spring training memories?

Maybe you’re a regular at Detroit Tigers spring training camp. Maybe you’ve made the pilgrimage once, like myself. And maybe your best spring training memory came from a story or from watching Grapefruit League action on television.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 14

Tigers Minor League Affiliate to Adopt Flagship City Kitties Identity in 2026

The Detroit Tigers have company in the mascot department this season. The Double-A Erie SeaWolves, a Tigers affiliate, announced earlier this week that it will adopt an alternate identity for certain games in 2026 and call themselves the Flagship City Kitties.

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Paul Sewald News / The Forkball / February 14

Diamondbacks Reunite With Paul Sewald on One-Year Deal

The Arizona Diamondbacks are bringing back a familiar bullpen arm, agreeing to a one-year, $1.5 million contract with veteran right-hander Paul Sewald.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 14

Why the Tigers Are Viewed as One of MLB’s Most Improved Teams

The last two seasons have been some of the more fun seasons for the Detroit Tigers and their fan base in recent memory. Constructing a team that has gone to back-to-back postseasons, the 2026 team looks to win the AL Central division for the first time since 2014.

Jace Jung News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 14

Young Tigers Infielder Jace Jung Reportedly Taking Reps Across the Diamond

The Detroit Tigers have a surplus of prospects they're hoping will pan out. While players like Kevin McGonigle and Max Clark are the first two to come to mind, some prospects who have already made their debuts are still looking to find their footing in the MLB.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 14

Tigers Should Have Addressed This Critical Area This Offseason

With pitchers and catchers reporting for the Detroit Tigers, there is a noticeable buzz for the team coming into the year. For a team that has now made the playoffs two straight years, expectations are high. If you like our content, choose Sports Illustrated as a preferred source on Google.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / February 14

Key storylines to watch in Detroit Tigers spring camp

Spring training has some definite patterns, particularly when watching from afar. First, there’s the huge enthusiasm for a few days as pitchers and catchers report and the sound of baseballs popping into gloves and off of bats rings around the Tigers’ Lakeland complex.

Detroit Tigers News / Total Pro Sports / February 13

Tarik Skubal Drops Wild Response To Justin Verlander’s Arrival In Detroit

The Detroit Tigers have arguably one of the best starting rotations for the 2026 MLB season. They have reigning AL Cy Young Award Winner Tarik Skubal, and now they have re-signed Justin Verlander.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 12

Yankees, Rafael Montero Agree To Minor League Deal

The Yankees are adding veteran reliever Rafael Montero on a minor league contract with an invite to Spring Training, as first reported by Héctor Gómez.

Kevin McGonigle News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 12

Kevin McGonigle headlines 3 Tigers prospects to watch in spring training

The Detroit Tigers’ offseason has been marked by a lot of drama surrounding Tarik Skubal. Despite that, there is some hope on the horizon as Spring Training approaches.

Paul Sewald News / Yardbarker / February 12

Diamondbacks bring back former closer

The Diamondbacks had one of the worst bullpens in MLB last season and needed to find arms to help revamp things.

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Reese Olson News / Total Apex Sports / February 10

Detroit Tigers Starting Pitcher Reese Olson Ruled Out For 2026

Reese Olson’s season is over before it ever had a chance to begin. The Detroit Tigers confirmed that the right‑hander underwent surgery to repair his labrum, ending any hope of seeing him on a mound in 2026.