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On YouTubeTarik Skubal News / Field Level Media / February 23
Spring training roundup: Tarik Skubal starts strong, Tigers lose to Twins
Two-time defending American League Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal delivered two shutout innings in his spring training debut, but his Detroit Tigers were blanked in a 3-0 loss to the Minnesota Twins Monday in Lakeland, Fla.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
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.
MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / February 23
MLB Spring Training Recap: Tigers Shut Out in Skubal’s Spring Debut
Two Central Division rivals clashed in Grapefruit League play today. The Minnesota Twins and Detroit Tigers met for the first time this season today in
Detroit Tigers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 23
Tarik Skubal’s status for WBC has been made clear
Team USA will not be able to lean on Tarik Skubal as much as they likely hoped during the World Baseball Classic. Skubal confirmed Monday that he will only start once for Team USA during the event, which starts on March 5.
Tarik Skubal News / Field Level Media / February 23
Tigers ace Tarik Skubal plans to pitch just once for US in WBC
Two-time defending Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal will be making his World Baseball Classic debut next month for the U.S. with some caveats. Skubal told reporters after his spring-training debut Monday that he plans on making just one start in WBC group play, which begins March 5, before returning to the Tigers.
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.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / February 23
2025 Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal reveals his plans for WBC
Two-time American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers plans to make only one start for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, a decision that could impact the team’s pitching depth in the tournament.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 23
Tigers Minor League Veteran Shockingly Named Dark Horse Roster Candidate
The Detroit Tigers have always been willing to get a little bit creative when it comes to their roster construction, and there's no reason to think this year will be any different.
Izaac Pacheco News / Bless You Boys / February 23
BYB 2026 Tigers prospect reports #30: 3B Izaac Pacheco 
The Detroit Tigers prep leaning draft classes under Scott Harris have pointed the organization in a new direction in talent acquisition over the last three years.
Colt Keith News / Bless You Boys / February 23
Finding Colt Keith’s lost power
Colt Keith looks like a power hitter, doesn’t he? He’s listed at 6’2, 210 pounds, making him a certifiably large human being. His minor league track record speaks for itself, too.
Jack Flaherty News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 23
Tigers Star Jack Flaherty Reveals Main Reason Why He Chose Return to Detroit
The Detroit Tigers went into the offseason needing the both find a way to take the next step as a team while also keeping their free agents who contributed heavily to last year's team.
Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / February 23
World Baseball Classic: Schedule, Broadcasts, and the Tigers
It’s almost that time again: the sixth edition of the World Baseball Classic, played once every four-ish years, is starting on March 4 with Chinese Taipei (Taiwan) playing Australia in the Tokyo Dome.
Detroit Tigers News / Last Word On Sports / February 22
Is Detroit’s Prospect Development Model Repeatable? Defining the Ideal Tigers Prospect
The Detroit Tigers have begun to see the returns of years spent stockpiling talent. Impact arms have emerged. Position players have flashed everyday value.
Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / February 22
Tarik Skubal Reacts to USA Hockey's Gold Medal Win Over Canada
The Detroit Tigers have reloaded as the 2026 MLB season approaches, and their pitching staff once again looks like one of the strongest in the league. The front office made a major splash in free agency, signing left‑hander Framber Valdez to a three‑year, $115 million deal to slot alongside ace Tarik Skubal at the top of the rotation.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 22
Torres, Flaherty Discuss Decision To Remain With Tigers
Both Gleyber Torres and Jack Flaherty could’ve tested the free agent market this winter, but the two veterans instead chose to stay with the Tigers, so
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 22
3 Key Takeaways From Tigers’ Comeback Battle With Baltimore
The Detroit Tigers went to battle against the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday in their spring training home opener. After dropping their spring training opener to the New York Yankees 20-3, Detroit looked to have a more competitive approach when taking on the Orioles.
Kevin McGonigle News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 22
Tigers Seeing Exactly What They Need to So Far from Kevin McGonigle
The Detroit Tigers began their spring training campaign on Saturday afternoon in what was a blowout defeat against the New York Yankees, however it's not the game results that matter this time of year.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / February 22
Tigers Start 2 Rookies and a New Veteran in Spring Training Home Opener
The Detroit Tigers head back to Lakeland to take on the Baltimore Orioles in their spring training home opener, with the first pitch scheduled for 1:05 PM EST.
Trey Sweeney News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 20
Tigers’ Trey Sweeney puts spring training on pause amid shoulder injury
As the Detroit Tigers prepare for the 2026 season, they’re hopeful infielder Trey Sweeney can serve as a crucial contributor. However, Sweeney’s spring training preparations has come to a sudden halt.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 19
Tigers new alternate jerseys have MLB world buzzing
The Detroit Tigers are ready for the 2026 season to begin so they can prove to the world they are the best team in the American League. They fell short in the playoffs last year against the Seattle Mariners; however, things were close to going the other way, and they were good enough to get to the World Series.
Javier Baez News / Athlon Sports / February 17
Tigers' Javier Baez Sends Message After Unfortunate News
The Detroit Tigers had many contributors last year as the team reached the MLB playoffs for a second consecutive season. One of the biggest surprises was Javier Baez, whose six‑year, $140 million contract had previously looked like a major burden for Detroit.
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.
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