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Matt Vierling News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 2

Tigers Face Tough Decision Whether to Move on from Fan Favorite Utility Man

The Detroit Tigers have a defined goal this offseason of figuring out how to improve enough to get over that final hump and play for an American League title following back-to-back ALDS exits.

Kyle Finnegan News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 1

Tigers Reportedly Want to Bring Back Critical Free Agent After Tremendous Stint

The Detroit Tigers head into the offseason as a team that needs to improve and take the next step if they are going to get to the next stage of the postseason following another ALDS elimination.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 1

MLB Insider Links Tigers to All-Star Free Agent Infielder

A lot of the offseason chatter with the Detroit Tigers has surrounded the future of left-handed pitcher Tarik Skubal. Will the Tigers keep him or trade him?

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 1

Where Does Tigers Star's Brutal Contract Rank Among Worst in Baseball?

There's been a lot of talk about the Detroit Tigers' payroll lately. Not only are they targeting Alex Bregman and other top free agents, but they also might be trying to extend Tarik Skubal this offseason before he hits the open market next winter.

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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.

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.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 1

Tigers May Already Be Out of Running for Top Relief Pitcher Free Agent Target

The Detroit Tigers headed into the offseason looking for new arms to help fill out a bullpen which was one of the weak spots of the team during their late season collapse and eventual playoff exit.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 30

Highly Touted Tigers Prospect Shows Interest in Playing in World Baseball Classic

The Detroit Tigers are set up to be one of the best franchises in the MLB for the foreseeable future, with a strong Major League roster to build around, and multiple top prospects on their way to being cornerstones.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 29

Tigers Star Tarik Skubal Possibly Dropped Big Hint About His Trade Status

Everybody everywhere in the baseball world is wondering what is going to happen with pitching ace Tarik Skubal this offseason. Even though Skubal doesn't hit free agency until after the 2026 season there is plenty of speculation as to whether or not the organization is going to partake in a blockbuster trade that would involve him.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 29

Tigers Make Perfect Sense for Superstar Free Agent Outfielder This Winter

The Detroit Tigers go into free agency without having landed one of the top names on the market for some time now, and fans are ready for this to change.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 29

Tigers Likely to Sit Out Top of Market Free Agency Ace Pitchers Once Again

The Detroit Tigers have a reputation both from their own fanbase and generally across baseball as a small market club who is not willing to make huge free agency splash signings.

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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.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 28

Tigers Could Consider Shocking Trade of Superstar Outfielder This Offseason

The Detroit Tigers enter the offseason as a team who clearly needs to shake some things up in order to get to the next level as an American League contender.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 28

What Massive $210M Dylan Cease Contract Means For Tigers' Tarik Skubal Market

The Detroit Tigers go into the offseason with arguably the biggest question in baseball looming over them as it relates to their superstar repeat American League Cy Young ace Tarik Skubal.

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Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 28

Trade Negotiations Surrounding Tarik Skubal Should Be Nonexistent by Tigers

With the Major League Baseball offseason well underway, there is plenty of speculation circulating about free agents, where they will go, and for how much.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 27

Tigers Re-Sign Veteran Reliever to Minor League Deal After Productive Triple-A Stint

The Detroit Tigers have quite a bit of work to do this winter to maintain the level of competitive play they have been producing recently, but also improve upon that.

Tarik Skubal News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 27

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal recruits Eminem, Jack White for home opener after epic Lions halftime performance

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal made waves on Thanksgiving with a quote sparked by the Lions vs. Packers game, Detroit’s electric halftime show, Eminem’s talked-about performance, and Jack White’s surprise cameo.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 27

This Tigers Prospect Was Named Among Best 20-Year-Old’s in Baseball

MLB Pipeline recently released their list of best prospects in baseball from the ages of 16-25. Among that list, two prospects from the Detroit Tigers system were mentioned.

Tarik Skubal News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 27

How Will Tigers Handle Massive Tarik Skubal Dilemma This Offseason?

One of the big stories this offseason involves two-time AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal, who's heading into his final year of team control with the Detroit Tigers.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 27

Three potential landing spots for free-agent third baseman Eugenio Suarez

Third baseman Eugenio Suarez solidified his case last season as the best power hitter available in free agency in 2025. Suarez posted a .228/.298/.526 batting line in his 657 plate appearances between the Arizona Diamondbacks and Seattle Mariners, hitting 49 homers and 28 doubles.

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Adolis Garcia News / Yardbarker / November 26

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Ryan Helsley 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.

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.

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.

Tarik Skubal 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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