Detroit Tigers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Bryce Rainer News / Bless You Boys / September 7

The Tigers could bolster the SeaWolves postseason roster with Ben Jacobs and Bryce Rainer

The Detroit Tigers’ Double-A affiliate, the Erie SeaWolves, is the only one of the Tigers full season minor league teams to reach the postseason this year.

Jackson Jobe News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 7

Tigers Are Starting to See What They've Been Waiting for From Jackson Jobe

The Detroit Tigers sure aren’t having the season anyone had hoped for, but every team in Major League Baseball still has something to play for in the final weeks of the season.

MLB News / Bless You Boys / September 7

Tigers head home to host Twins for 3-game weekday series starting Monday

Things are looking rough for the Detroit Tigers as the season winds down after dropping three of four to the Cleveland Guardians this past weekend, making it six losses over the last eight games.

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Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / September 7

Flaherty rehabs, Zyhir Hope homers as Erie clinches

Jack Flaherty returned to game action Sunday, making his first appearance since right forearm flexor inflammation sent him to the injured list in July.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 6

Detroit Tigers’ 2026 Struggles Bring Another Unwanted Mark in Franchise History

The Detroit Tigers' struggles in 2026 continued on Sunday afternoon in Cleveland, as they lost the series finale against the Cleveland Guardians in a dramatic walk-off.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / September 6

Tigers Announce Season-Ending Decision Before Guardians Matchup

The Detroit Tigers have officially ended Matt Vierling’s 2026 season, transferring the outfielder to the 60-day injured list while bringing back one of their most reliable bullpen arms.

MLB News / Bless You Boys / September 6

Cleveland walks off the Tigers yet again

On Sunday the Detroit Tigers tried to salvage a split of their four-game weekend series against the Guardians in Cleveland on a breezy Sunday afternoon.

Riley Greene News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 6

Riley Greene Explodes as Tigers Get Much-Needed Complete Performance

Only five players this season have had 4+ hits, 2+ HR, a double, 4+ RBI and 3+ runs in a game. The Detroit Tigers have three of them: Dillon Dingler twice.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 6

Tigers Activate Brant Hurter, Move Matt Vierling To 60-Day IL

The Tigers have activated left-hander Brant Hurter from the 60-day injured list and moved outfielder Matt Vierling from the 10-day IL to the 60-day IL, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 6

Tigers look for parting shot at Guardians in finale of season series

The high point of the Detroit Tigers' season came against the Cleveland Guardians on Aug. 13, when they moved into a share of an American League wild-card spot with a home win.

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Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

MLB News / EssentiallySports / September 6

Umpire Steps Out Due to Wardrobe Malfunction at Detroit Tigers vs. Cleveland Guardians Game

Wardrobe malfunction. Yeah, that’s not exactly the phrase most people associate with Major League Baseball, but there have been instances. Back in mid-May this year, home plate umpire Jim Wolf had a belt malfunction.

Riley Greene News / Field Level Media / September 5

Riley Greene smacks two HRs to help Tigers defeat Guardians

All-Star outfielder Riley Greene had four RBIs in his ninth career multi-homer game as the visiting Detroit Tigers bounced back from a doubleheader sweep, beating the Cleveland Guardians 6-0 on Saturday night.

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Justin Verlander News / Field Level Media / September 4

Justin Verlander hopes Tigers' celebration includes mound appearance

Justin Verlander hopes to end his stellar career on the mound when the Detroit Tigers hold a two-day celebration of his career over the final weekend of the regular season.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / September 4

A.J. Hinch Delivers Jack Flaherty Update Before Tigers Game

Jack Flaherty is getting closer to a return for the Detroit Tigers, with manager A.J. Hinch providing an encouraging update on the veteran right-hander before Friday’s game.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / September 4

The Detroit Tigers’ Postseason Hopes Are Over

Allow your mind to drift back to spring training. Tarik Skubal was still on the team, the Detroit Tigers had made a few significant additions, and World Series dreams were not ludicrous.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 4

Tigers’ prospect acquired in Tarik Skubal trade gets big injury update

Right-handed pitching prospect River Ryan was part of the package the Los Angeles Dodgers sent the Detroit Tigers in the Tarik Skubal trade. Ryan has been recovering from a hamstring injury but it seems as if he could return before the season comes to an end.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 3

Tigers’ latest win can’t hide the ugly truth about their season

The Detroit Tigers' bullpen has not been up to task this summer. That's why the Tigers are unlikely to make the postseason.

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Justin Verlander News / Viral Sports News / September 3

Detroit Tigers Make Justin Verlander Announcement

The Detroit Tigers recently shared heartwarming news for longtime fans of Justin Verlander, confirming plans for a special two-day celebration of the veteran pitcher’s remarkable career.

Detroit Tigers News / EssentiallySports / September 3

'On Life Support Right Now': MLB Analyst Delivers Brutal Tigers Verdict After 14 Losses in 17 Games

The Detroit Tigers snatched the Wednesday-night matchup against the Minnesota Twins from the jaws of defeat. They might have won the series finale, but it did little to improve their postseason chances.

Tanner Rainey News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 2

Tigers Outright Tanner Rainey

The Tigers sent reliever Tanner Rainey outright to Triple-A Toledo, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports that the righty will accept the minor league assignment.

Detroit Tigers News / Viral Sports News / September 2

Detroit Tigers Agree to Sign 12-Year-Old on $4 Million Deal

The Detroit Tigers have reportedly reached a pre-agreement with 12-year-old Dominican hitter Kevin Sosa that would pay him a $4 million signing bonus when he becomes eligible to join an organization.

Tanner Rainey News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31

Tigers Designate Tanner Rainey For Assignment

The Tigers announced that they have selected infielder John Peck to the roster and recalled right-hander Yilber Díaz. In corresponding moves, they have optioned outfielder Corey Julks to Triple-A and designated right-hander Tanner Rainey for assignment.

Tarik Skubal News / Yardbarker / August 28

Dodgers' Tarik Skubal pitches gem in return to Detroit

Tarik Skubal was back in Detroit for the first time on Friday night and gave his former team a different perspective on his dominance. It did not go well for them.

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Tyler Kinley News / Yardbarker / August 24