Detroit Tigers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Kerry Carpenter News / Athlon Sports / November 25

Tigers' Kerry Carpenter Makes Announcement on Tuesday

The Detroit Tigers came just one win short of reaching the ALCS for a second straight year. Pressure is mounting on the front office to build a more complete roster capable of making a deeper run in the MLB playoffs.

Kevin McGonigle News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 25

Tigers Seemingly to Be Cautious on Development, Eventual Debut for Top Prospect

The Detroit Tigers are going into the offseason with some serious work to do in order to remain as one of the main contenders in the American League. While

Aj Hinch News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 25

Is It Finally Time To Reunite Tigers Manager AJ Hinch with His Former Star?

The Detroit Tigers have established themselves as a reliable presence in the MLB playoffs over the past two seasons, but they have yet to break through to the American League Championship Series on either occasion.

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MLB News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 25

Tigers May Be Excellent Fit for Phillies Free Agent Star Pitcher This Offseason

The Detroit Tigers are quickly becoming an intriguing team to monitor this offseason. Everyone is asking what will happen with Tarik Skubal's contract extension, but they're also in the market for some major improvements on the offensive end and pitching staff.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 25

Tigers Named Team That Needs Third Baseman Most During 2026 Offseason

The MLB offseason is going to be a time where the Detroit Tigers make some key improvements to allow them to compete with some of the best teams in the MLB.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 24

Pair of Former Top Prospects Among Worst Tigers First Round Picks by bWAR

A huge reason for the Detroit Tigers success in the past two seasons has been their top prospects coming up and contributing everyday. Riley Greene and Spencer Torkelson have beome middle of the order bats, while Tarik Skubal is the best pitcher in baseball and Casey Mize is a solid middle of the rotation arm.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / November 24

MLB News: Tarik Skubal trade rumors, Troy Melton, Barry Bonds, Justin Verlander

Happy Monday, everyone. It’s another week closer to the 2026 baseball season, so of course, we have some hot stove updates to warm you. We’ve got plenty

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 23

Tigers Young Infielder's Role Not Expected to be Impacted by Offseason Moves

The Detroit Tigers have lots of depth in the infield. They received some great news regarding second baseman Gleyber Torres, as he accepted the qualifying offer to return next year.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 25

Three potential landing spots for Devin Williams

Williams will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2025 season.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 23

Tigers Among Teams Interested in Converting Free Agent Reliever to Starter

The Detroit Tigers enter the offseason with the goal of improving their pitching, and to this point they have not hid the fact that this will be their main focus both in the bullpen and starting rotation.

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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 / MLB Trade Rumors / November 23

Tigers among teams interested in Ryan Helsley as starting pitcher

Ryan Helsley is drawing interest from clubs as a starting pitcher, and the Tigers are among the teams who have spoken to him about a possible move to the rotation according to a report from Ken Rosenthal, Cody Stavenhagen, and Katie Woo of The Athletic.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 23

Breaking Down Tigers 2026 Payroll After Non-Tender, Arbitration Agreements

The Detroit Tigers still have plenty of work to do on the 2026 roster, but the non-tender deadline got them off to a good start. The Tigers opted to only non-tender one salary arbitration eligible player, Andy Ibanez.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 23

Two Tigers Star Prospects Seen as Top Performers at Arizona Fall League

The Detroit Tigers are in an exceptional position heading into 2026, with much of their core being locked down for the time being, and multiple top-end prospects coming up through the pipeline in the near future.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 22

Tigers Surprising Non-Tender of Fan Favorite Utility Man Was Correct Move

The Detroit Tigers made some headlines during Friday's non-tender deadline when they tendered contracts to 13 of their 14 arbitration-eligible players, but it was the one they did not tender a deal to that made the biggest news.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 22

How Tigers Worked Their MLB Roster During Busy Non-Tender Deadline

The Detroit Tigers found themselves involved in a flurry of moves ahead of the non-tender deadline on Friday. Most of the moves played out as expected, but that didn't take away from the high level of anxiety that surrounded the franchise as the day played out.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 22

Tigers Former Fan Favorite Predicts Horrifying Tarik Skubal Trade to Yankees

The Detroit Tigers find themselves in the thick of the offseason, and despite being linked to numerous high profile free agents and trade targets, the headlines surrounding the team are dominated by one topic and one topic only.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 22

Tigers Shockingly Believed to Have Interest in High-Cost Top Free Agent Closer

The Detroit Tigers head into the offseason in need of some serious improvements if they are going to finally take that next step and become the team to beat in the American League.

Tarik Skubal News / Larry Brown Sports / November 22

Tarik Skubal refused fan’s autograph request for good reason

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, fresh off winning his second consecutive AL Cy Young Award, turned 29 this week — and celebrated with a viral display of loyalty that delighted Motor City fans.

Beau Brieske News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 22

Tigers re-sign pitcher on $1.15 million deal

The Detroit Tigers avoided arbitration for a second year in a row with Beau Brieske, reaching a one-year agreement worth $1.1575 million to keep the right-handed pitcher for 2026.

Matt Vierling News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 21

Matt Vierling and Tigers Agree on One Year Deal To Avoid Arbitration

The Detroit Tigers have signed utility man Matt Vierling back to a one-year deal, according to Jon Heyman. The deal is worth $3.255 million, and it retains a crucial piece for the Tigers, as they look to make another postseason push in 2026.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 21

Tigers re-sign veteran outfielder to $3.255 million deal

After being eliminated in the MLB Playoffs in the ALDS by the Seattle Mariners, the Detroit Tigers are aiming to improve the roster for next season. The front office has plenty of decisions to make to adjust the roster.

Alex Lange News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 20

Royals finalizing one-year contract with Alex Lange

Free-agent reliever Alex Lange is finalizing a one-year contract with the Kansas City Royals, reports Anne Rogers of MLB.com. The righty had been released by the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday.

Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / November 21

Tigers' plan with Skubal could be a 'catastrophe' in this scenario

Tigers' potential plan with Tarik Skubal could be a 'catastrophe' in this scenario

While there is no guarantee that the Tigers will trade two-time American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal this offseason (or any time for that matter), there is one way the loss of Skubal would be a "catastrophe" for the organization, according to one MLB agent.

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