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Tigers break open close game, earn series win vs. Rangers

Spencer Torkelson smacked a two-run homer, Kevin McGonigle supplied a pair of run-scoring hits and the host Detroit Tigers downed the Texas Rangers 7-1 on Sunday in the rubber game of a three-game series.

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Tigers 7, Rangers 1: A Torkelson blast and a good bullpen game

The Detroit Tigers bullpen put together a really impressive game as six different relievers handled the Rangers without much trouble. Meanwhile, Spencer Torkelson supplied some power, and a parade of soft hits that found holes helped them pile up the runs and win this series two games to one on Sunday night.

Kevin McGonigle News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 3

Kevin McGonigle's Success Overshadowing Key Tigers Infielder's Breakout Season

To say it has been incredible to watch Detroit Tigers rookie shortstop Kevin McGonigle play this season would be the understatement of the season, especially since he skipped Triple-A altogether.

Gleyber Torres News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 3

Tigers’ Gleyber Torres To Miss Nightcap Versus Rangers With Injury

The Detroit Tigers will be taking the field for their series finale and nightcap against the Texas Rangers without their usual second baseman. Gleyber Torres left Saturday's game pretty early and did not return to the game.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 3

Tigers Recall Zack Short, Designate Grant Holman For Assignment

The Tigers announced that they are selecting the contract of infielder Zack Short for tonight’s game with the Rangers. Fellow infielder Jace Jung was

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 3

Tigers on Sunday Night Baseball: Preview, Storylines

The Detroit Tigers got early offense en route to a 5-1 victory on Saturday. After a pair of base hits from Gleyber Torres and Riley Greene, a three-run home run hit by catcher Dillon Dingler quickly put the Tigers ahead.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / May 3

McKinstry goes deep in Toledo debut

Zach McKinstry hit a home run in his Triple-A debut on Saturday, but Toledo’s offense didn’t do much else in a 5-3 loss to Columbus. McKinstry hit his bomb in the fourth with Max Burt on base.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / May 3

Rangers vs. Tigers Game 3: Preview & Starting Pitchers – May 3

Rangers vs Tigers: The Texas Rangers finish up their three-game series with the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on Sunday evening. The Tigers drew level in the series after beating the Rangers 5-1 on Saturday.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 3

Tigers hope to steal a series from Rangers

Aggressiveness on the bases could become a new dynamic for the Detroit Tigers. As the Tigers look for a series win in the finale of a three-game home set with the Texas Rangers on Sunday night, Detroit's sudden penchant for stealing bases could be a key.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 3

Tigers Star Prospect Meeting Moment After Rock-Solid Month at Toledo

When an organization starts seeing players hit the injured list it is nice to know that there might be an option for reinforcements sitting inside the pipeline.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / May 2

Dillon Dingler, Keider Montero guide Tigers past Rangers

Dillon Dingler had a three-run home run and a double to spark the Detroit Tigers to a 5-1 home win against the Texas Rangers on Saturday. Keider Montero (2-2) gave up one run on five hits, walked two and struck out two in 6 2/3 innings as Detroit evened the three-game series.

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Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Gleyber Torres News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Tigers Announce Gleyber Torres Update After Leaving Rangers Game

The Detroit Tigers have had an inconsistent start to the 2026 MLB season, hovering around the .500 mark after one month of play. Gleyber Torres has slowed down at the plate in his second season with the club.

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Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 2

MLB Execs Share Updated Views on Tarik Skubal Trade Possibility

After getting eliminated by the Seattle Mariners in the ALDS last season, the Detroit Tigers have heard the same question over and over again: Will the Tigers trade Tarik Skubal?

Kenley Jansen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 2

Tigers’ Kenley Jansen gets important injury update before Rangers game

Before the 2026 MLB season, the Detroit Tigers owned one of the best bullpens in the American League on paper. That once-promising piece of parchment has since been torn to shreds.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 2

Tigers Place Will Vest On 15-Day IL, DFA Yoniel Curet, Select Ricky Vanasco

The Tigers have placed right-hander Will Vest on the 15-day injured list due to right lateral forearm inflammation. Righty Ricky Vanasco‘s contract was selected from Triple-A Toledo in the corresponding move, and right-hander Yoniel Curet was designated for assignment to create space for Vanasco on the Tigers’ 40-man roster.

Kenley Jansen News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 2

The $9 Million Free Agency Signing the Detroit Tigers May Already Regret

When the Detroit Tigers signed Kenley Jansen to a one-year, $11 million contract in December of 2025, the math made sense for the team. It was a team-friendly contract of $9 million base salary and a $12 million club option for 2027.

Justin Verlander News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 1

Justin Verlander news included in latest Tigers injury updates

With the Detroit Tigers dealing with injuries currently, the one piece that fans are waiting for updates on is veteran starting pitcher Justin Verlander.

Tarik Skubal News / Fastball on SI / May 1

3 Trades the Tigers Could Make to Go All-In With Tarik Skubal

The Detroit Tigers have a very tough decision to make this season. Tarik Skubal is in the final year of his contract. They can either keep him on the roster and attempt to make a World Series run with him, or they can trade him for a haul of MLB players and prospects to kickstart their team into the future.

Tarik Skubal News / Fastball on SI / April 30

3 Tarik Skubal Trade Landing Spots After Recent Injury Scare, Tigers Struggles

The Detroit Tigers have the best pitcher on the planet on their roster with Tarik Skubal, but his contract expires at the end of this year, and he's expected to sign for over $400 million in free agency next offseason.

Detroit Tigers News / Inside The Diamonds / April 29

Detroit Tigers Roster Moves 04/29/2026

The Detroit Tigers tonight play the second game of their three-game series with the Atlanta Braves. The Braves won last night’s game 5-2 to start the series.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / April 28

Tigers' A.J. Hinch Announces Javier Baez Update After Leaving Braves Game

Javier Baez’s tenure with the Detroit Tigers has been underwhelming since he signed a six-year, $140 million contract back in 2021. Detroit brought him

Javier Baez News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30

Javy Baez suffers an ugly ankle injury on ill-advised slide into first base

Javy Baez cost himself with a lapse in judgment during Tuesday’s game. The Detroit Tigers infielder Baez was up to bat in the fifth inning at Truist Park in Atlanta, Ga.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / April 27

Tigers' Kerry Carpenter Reacts to Historic Spencer Torkelson Development After Reds Game

The Detroit Tigers dropped their weekend series against the Cincinnati Reds, but the bigger picture remains encouraging. After a sluggish start to the season, Detroit has won 11 of its past 16 games and now sits tied for first place in the American League Central.