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Injured Tigers Player Could Provide Major Boost Upon Return in 2027

The Detroit Tigers' 2026 season was filled with injured players. Whether they played at the minor or major league level, the Tigers organization was one of the most unlucky with the injury bug this season, and it started well before the season officially began.

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Former Detroit Tigers Outfielder Dies in Tragic News

The Detroit Tigers organization and its fans are remembering former outfielder George Thomas, who died October 23, 2026, at the age of 88. Thomas, a Minneapolis native and University of Minnesota product, signed with the Tigers in 1957 for a $25,000 bonus.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 30

A Minor Trade That Could Pay Major Dividends for Tigers

The Detroit Tigers should explore a trade for Colorado Rockies left-hander Brennan Bernardino, with a secondary minor league pitching prospect as the proposed starting point.

Keider Montero News / Bless You Boys / October 30

Keider Montero has a good case to stay in the Tigers’ starting rotation

As a long-time Keider Montero enthusiast, I might have a little bias here, but there’s a pretty good argument that the Detroit Tigers are better off with him in their starting rotation.

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MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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Tsung-Che Cheng News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 30

What the Tigers Are Getting in Newly Acquired Infielder Tsung-Che Cheng

It didn't take the Detroit Tigers very long after the World Series to make a move to kickstart their offseason. As announced by Tigers PR on X (formerly Twitter), Detroit has acquired infielder Tsung-Che Cheng from the Boston Red Sox in exchange for cash considerations.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Framber Valdez News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 30

Tigers Have an Opportunity to Find the Leader Their Rotation Is Missing

Framber Valdez’s 2026 season was a disappointment, although we could have expected part of his regression, as he fell from the 98th percentile to the 38th in breaking ball from 2024 to 2025.

Sean Newcomb News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 29

The First Free Agent Tigers Should Sign

The Detroit Tigers should make Sean Newcomb their first outside free-agent signing this offseason. The 33-year-old left-hander offered a combination that could help address a persistent pitching problem: effective relief work and the flexibility to cover more than three outs.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 29

Why a Former Cy Young Winner Makes Sense for the Detroit Tigers This Offseason

The offseason has officially begun with the Milwaukee Brewers becoming World Series champions for the first time. Now, the Detroit Tigers and every other team in Major League Baseball are open for business, with professional free agency looming around the corner.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 29

The Most Glaring Roster Deficiency Keeping the Tigers From World Series Contention

It is always hard for a team to sit on the sidelines at this time of year. Their seasons didn't go the way they wanted and now players are watching the playoffs from their couches which includes the Detroit Tigers whose haven't suited up for a month.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 28

Tigers Prospect’s Scoreless Debut Raises the Stakes for What Comes Next

The Detroit Tigers received an encouraging first look at Cameron Flukey after selecting him in the first round of the 2026 MLB draft. His next evaluation should begin with something his perfect ERA could not answer: how consistently he could throw strikes as his workload increased.

Kevin McGonigle News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 28

Tigers' Kevin McGonigle Receives Illustrious Award From MLB Players Association

Kevin McGonigle is a special talent. He made an immediate impact at the big-league level, recording four hits and two RBIs on Opening Day. His exciting debut paved the way for one of the best rookie seasons in Detroit Tigers history.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 28

Tigers Could Take a Smart Gamble on Left-Handed Rotation Help

What if it could be a risky bet? That’s true, but the Detroit Tigers have some experience with that kind of leap into the unknown, especially with pitchers who, in the end, have never managed to break out enough.

Carlos Perez News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 28

Tigers Re-Sign Carlos Perez To Minor League Deal

Veteran catcher Carlos Perez is headed back to the Tigers on a minor league deal, as relayed in a transactions update from Matt Eddy at Baseball America.

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Kerry Carpenter News / Just Baseball / October 28

The Detroit Tigers need a plan with Kerry Carpenter

The Detroit Tigers have a crucial offseason ahead of them, as last year’s additions fell short of expectations. A team with a roster good enough to compete but still needing important additions is going to look different than it has over the past few seasons, when we’ve seen so many players return.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 28

Tigers' Riley Greene Could Make History With Feat Last Achieved by Miguel Cabrera

One of the best draft picks the Detroit Tigers have made in recent seasons was taking outfielder Riley Greene with the fifth overall pick in the 2019 MLB Draft.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 27

Tigers Could Find a Better Way to Protect Their Leads

This is what I have been thinking about, given the problems with the Detroit Tigers’ pitching in general and, even more so, the limitations of the bullpen.

Kerry Carpenter News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 27

Kerry Carpenter's Path to Keeping His Tigers Roster Spot in 2027

One of the biggest bats for the Detroit Tigers since debuting has been right fielder/designated hitter Kerry Carpenter. Arguably the most clutch power hitter on the roster, Carpenter took a step back in 2026, posting career-low numbers before his season was cut short due to a foot injury.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 27

Tigers Most Realistic Offseason Moves: What Should and Shouldn't Happen

The Detroit Tigers’ most realistic offseason begins with decisions already within their control: retain a useful starter, rebuild the bullpen, and give their young position players clearer opportunities.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / October 19

The Detroit Tigers Have an Infield Puzzle to Solve

I think we can all agree that the 2026 season was a disappointment for the Detroit Tigers. A team that was coming off back-to-back playoff appearances and had World Series aspirations fell flat to the point of selling at the deadline.

Framber Valdez News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 18

What Went Wrong For Framber Valdez?

The Tigers handed Framber Valdez the third-largest deal among free-agent starters last winter. The lefty received a three-year, $115MM commitment. He was brought in to form an elite southpaw tandem with two-time reigning AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal.