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Tigers Have Decisions to Make on 3 Players with Upcoming Team Options

With the Detroit Tigers playing out the string of what has been a disappointing 2026 season, the focus - apart from one final Justin Verlander start - shifts to what is poised to be a critical off-season.

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Dillon Dingler has put together a fine season despite the slump

On Tuesday, the Detroit Tigers announced that starting catcher Dillon Dingler was the recipient of the team’s 2026 Heart and Hustle award. There couldn’t be a more deserving candidate.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / September 24

Dan Dickerson and Jason Benetti sign multi-year extensions with the Tigers

The Detroit Tigers announced today that broadcasters Dan Dickerson and Jason Benetti have signed long-term extensions with the club. This keeps them locked in as the lead voices for Detroit SportsNet and Tigers baseball for several more years to come.

Kenley Jansen News / CBSSports.com / September 24

Kenley Jansen, closing in on rare MLB milestone, reflects on career of saves and the loss that stays with him

Jansen, now three saves shy of becoming the third pitcher in MLB history with 500, has played with a heavy heart since losing his mother in 2025

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The 'A.L. & N.L. batting champs' quiz

How many of the league leaders in batting average since the 2003 season can you name in six minutes?

The 'Youngest 45-HR MLB seasons' quiz

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Framber Valdez News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 24

Tigers Framber Valdez Joined Select Company in Start Against Nationals

When the Detroit Tigers signed Framber Valdez back in February, right before spring training started, they were hoping he was going to give them durability in the starting rotation behind ace Tarik Skubal.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 23

Why Tigers’ Final Four Games Still Matter for the 2027 MLB Draft

The Detroit Tigers entered the final four games of 2026 without a path to the postseason, but their results still carried a measurable consequence. Detroit’s 3-1 loss to the Washington Nationals on Tuesday dropped the club to 74-84.

Justin Verlander News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 23

Tigers’ Justin Verlander makes 100 pitch declaration before final start

Justin Verlander would probably pitch forever if his body allowed him. Instead, one of the greatest pitchers of his generation will take the mound for the final time Saturday when the Detroit Tigers host the Pittsburgh Pirates at Comerica Park.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / September 23

Justin Verlander vs. Max Scherzer Rivalry May Have 1 More Surprise Twist

On Saturday, we're going to see the last appearance by one of the best very best pitchers in big league history as Justin Verlander toes the rubber for the final time for the Detroit Tigers.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 23

4 Non-Obvious Detroit Tigers Who Deserve a Spot on the 2027 Roster

Now that the Detroit Tigers have been officially eliminated from postseason contention, the front office has some decisions to make for the 2027 roster.

MLB News / Bless You Boys / September 23

Tigers drop final game of series against Nationals

This hasn’t turned out to be the week the Tigers hoped for, as they lost their third game of the series against the Nationals 4-2. The Tigers were hoping to come away with a series win over the Nationals in their afternoon game on Wednesday and cruise into their farewell-to-Verlander weekend series on a high note.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 23

AJ Hinch makes feelings clear on Tigers shortstop Kevin McGonigle’s AL Rookie of the Year candidacy

Detroit Tigers manager AJ Hinch left little doubt about where he stands on Kevin McGonigle’s AL Rookie of the Year candidacy as the 2026 regular season nears its conclusion.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

John Peck News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 23

John Peck’s Ugly Tigers Numbers Are Hiding a Better Reality

John Peck’s first 59 Major League at-bats produced a difficult offensive line for the Detroit Tigers. Tuesday’s 0-for-4 performance against the Washington Nationals dropped Peck to a .169/.286/.186 slash line.

Detroit Tigers News / HITC / September 23

‘Stop!’ – MLB star Justin Verlander breaks silence on Kate Upton’s shocking 2016 MVP rant

Justin Verlander is set to hang up his boots on an illustrious MLB career, but one of the more shocking moments in his career has to do with Kate Upton.

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The '4K-yard, 30-TD NFL seasons' quiz

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Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / September 23

Detroit Tigers News: Justin Verlander returns, Dillon Dingler, Aaron Judge, Alex Bregman, Paul Skenes

Happy Wednesday, everyone! While the season might be winding down, we still have things to look forward to. First and foremost, this weekend the Tigers will bid farewell to Justin Verlander in the best way possible: with a confirmed final start on Saturday.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 23

Tigers Set Final Farewell for Franchise Legend Justin Verlander

It has been a disappointing season for the Detroit Tigers. They went into 2026 with World Series aspirations and will instead finish well under .500 and out of the playoffs.

MLB News / Bless You Boys / September 23

Tigers can seize series win on Wednesday afternoon against Nationals

The Detroit Tigers missed a chance to secure a series win over the visiting Washington Nationals on Tuesday night, dropping the second of the three-game series, 3-1.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / September 23

Reading crushes Erie to win the Eastern League championship

SeaWolves pitching held up in the postseason about as well as one could hope as the club had similar issues to their parent club all year. The magic finally evaporated in the sixth inning of Tuesday’s Game 2 of the Eastern League championships, as the Phils launched a pair of grand slams to bury the SeaWolves and claim the title.

Framber Valdez News / Field Level Media / September 23

Tigers' Framber Valdez looks to end season on high note against Nats

Framber Valdez will make his final start of the season when the Detroit Tigers wrap up a three-game home series against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday afternoon.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / September 23

Tigers' Justin Verlander expected to make final career start Saturday

The Detroit Tigers may be out of playoff contention, but Saturday's penultimate game of the season is expected to be a tough ticket to get in the Motor City.

Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / September 22