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Tigers Linked to More Affordable Free Agent Who May Wind Up Being Better Fit

The Detroit Tigers entered the offseason linked to several of the biggest names in free agency as they have been for the past several years without actually landing any of them.

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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.

Alex Bregman News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 9

Tigers Expected by Top Insider to Miss Out Again in Pursuit of Dream Free Agent

The Detroit Tigers came into the offseason with the lofty goal of landing the same free agent target they missed on a year ago, albeit narrowly. With Alex Bregman taking the opt-out in his contract from the Boston Red Sox and hitting the open market again, one of the biggest impacts was Detroit getting the chance to chase him again.

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Ha-seong Kim News / Bless You Boys / December 9

Ha-Seong Kim would be a solid addition to the Tigers infield

As much as we might want a major move for a position player, the Detroit Tigers and their assigned payroll may not agree. If that’s how it goes, the Tigers would do well to pick up veteran infielder Ha-Seong Kim.

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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 / MLB Trade Rumors / December 9

Scott Harris: No 'untouchables' on Tigers roster

Tigers president of baseball operations Scott Harris shared mostly generalities when speaking with the media on the first day of the Winter Meetings, reiterating

Tarik Skubal News / Field Level Media / December 9

Tigers enliven Tarik Skubal trade talk with no 'untouchables' approach

Detroit Tigers president of baseball operations Scott Harris said Detroit has no "untouchables" on the roster, stoking a rumor mill overflowing with Tarik Skubal trade scenarios at the MLB Winter Meetings this week.

Tarik Skubal News / FirstSportz / December 9

Tigers GM Claims No Player Is 'Untouchable' Amid 2x Cy Young Award Winner Tarik Skubal’s Trade Speculation

As the MLB offseason goes on, the trade rumors continue to pile up. In the midst of this, Detroit Tigers General Manager Scott Harris made a bold comment regarding Tarik Skubal, expressing that no one on the team is “untouchable.“ The 2-time Cy Young Award winner has been in the trade rumors for a while now.

Tarik Skubal News / Last Word On Sports / December 8

MLB’s Most Powerful Trade Candidate: Where Skubal Could Land

Tarik Skubal remains one of baseball’s elite pitchers — a left‑handed ace, fresh off two dominant seasons, still under control for one more year, and a potential game‑changer for any contender.

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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.

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Tigers Lucrative Contract Terms on Controversial International Signing Revealed

The Detroit Tigers made a signing last week which issued a strong reaction from the fanbase, and it's likely to get even stronger. Fans in Detroit were

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 8

Tigers Will Have Exciting Opportunity to Play International Exhibition in 2026

The Detroit Tigers have plenty of work to do this winter to not only keep their core roster together but also manage to accrue some improvements so they

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Drew Anderson News / Bless You Boys / December 8

Drew Anderson’s contract details revealed

On Monday evening, the Detroit Tigers and free agent right-hander Drew Anderson made it official. The Tigers will pay the veteran starter $7 million in 2026, with a club option for 2027 at $10 million.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / December 8

Tigers, Dominican Republic to play series in memory of nightclub tragedy

The Detroit Tigers will travel to Santo Domingo to play a two-game series against the Dominican Republic's national team March 3-4 to honor the victims of a mass casualty event there last spring.

Alex Bregman News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 8

Tigers Reportedly Have Not Yet Shown Interest in Alleged Top Target Alex Bregman

The Detroit Tigers headed into the offseason expected by most to once again be at the top of the list of suitors for their dream free agent target from last year, but it turns out they may not be the case.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 8

Tigers rumors: Ken Rosenthal makes ‘uncomfortable’ demand about Tarik Skubal trade position

The Detroit Tigers are one of the teams to watch at MLB Winter Meetings for one big reason. Tigers ace Tarik Skubal could be on the trade block as he approaches free agency.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 8

Three Players Tigers Could Trade During MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando

The Detroit Tigers have hit a ceiling. It’s called the American League Division Series. The last two postseasons the Tigers have lost in that round in two heartbreaking five-game series — the first to Cleveland in 2024 and then to Seattle in 2025.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 7

Tarik Skubal Joins Tigers Legends on Franchise’s All-Time Pitching Staff

The MLB winter meetings are this week in Orlando and one of the topics of discussion will be Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal. He’s been the

Drew Anderson News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 7

Tigers Must Make Additional Moves After Head Scratching International Signing

The Detroit Tigers made an interesting move headed into the weekend when they signed right-handed former KBO standout Drew Anderson to a one-year deal containing a club option for a second season.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / December 7

What to watch for at the MLB Winter Meetings

Early in this offseason, the Detroit Tigers’ roster has largely taken shape already. Jack Flaherty exercised his player option for 2026 and Gleyber Torres accepted the qualifying offer and will also return at their starting second baseman.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 5

Tigers boost pitching depth with latest signing

Trade rumors continue to swirl around two-time reigning American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal, but the Detroit Tigers have other pitching business to address.

Drew Anderson News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5

What does veteran pitcher Drew Anderson offer the Tigers?

The Tigers and right-hander Drew Anderson have agreed to a deal.

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Alex Bregman Sends Message to Spencer Torkelson After Tigers Report

The Detroit Tigers are expected to be aggressive in MLB free agency as they look to improve the roster heading into 2026. Coming off back-to-back trips to the divisional round, the club has fallen one win short of reaching the ALCS in both years.

Max Clark News / Just Baseball / December 1

Exclusive: Inside Look At the Defensive Development of Max Clark (Part 1)

COMSTOCK PARK, Mich. – Max Clark remembers it vividly. Positioned in center field at LMCU Ballpark, Clark knew Athletics’ High-A infielder T.J. Schofield-Sam was about to cause some trouble.