Detroit Tigers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / May 9

Tigers Accomplish Rare MLB Feat for the First Time Since 1947

The Detroit Tigers continued to roll on May 8, sweeping a doubleheader with the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. The two victories made it four straight for the American League-leading Tigers, who have now won seven of their last eight.

Brewer Hicklen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 8

Tigers’ Brewer Hicklen finally records first MLB hit three years after debut

The Detroit Tigers are off to their best start in recent memory, sitting atop the AL Central with a 24-13 record after Thursday’s doubleheader sweep over the Colorado Rockies.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 8

Tigers steamroll Rockies to complete doubleheader sweep

Colt Keith homered among his two hits, Brewer Hicklen had his first two major league hits and the Detroit Tigers beat the Colorado Rockies 11-1 in Denver to sweep their doubleheader on Thursday.

Texas Rangers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'American and National League strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the league leaders in K's for both the American and National Leagues since the 2000 MLB season can you name in five minutes?

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / May 8

Casey Mize, Tigers overwhelm skidding Rockies

Casey Mize tossed six strong innings, Spencer Torkelson had two hits and three RBIs and the Detroit Tigers took the opener of a doubleheader against the Colorado Rockies 10-2 on Thursday afternoon in Denver.

Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / May 8

Chet Lemon, legendary member of 1984 Tigers World Series team, dies at 70

In that 1984 World Series against the San Diego Padres, he notched five hits and two stolen bases over five games.

Detroit Tigers News / Inside The Diamonds / May 8

Detroit Tigers Roster Moves 5/8/2025

The Detroit Tigers will play a doubleheader today against the Colorado Rockies to wrap up their series. Detroit won game one of the series last night. The Tigers will have Casey Mize on the mound for game one.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 8

AL-best Tigers break tie in 10th, keep Rockies reeling

Trey Sweeney had three hits, including an RBI double in a two-run 10th inning, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Colorado Rockies 8-6 in Denver on Wednesday night.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 7

Tigers outright Manuel Margot, release Kenta Maeda

The Tigers announced they’ve activated veteran outfielder Manuel Margot from the 10-day injured list and sent him outright to Triple-A Toledo.

Tigers' hot start is led by this unexpected player

Tigers moving up MLB rankings thanks to resurgent Javier Baez

Five MLB players who have turned back the clock in 2025

25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2025

The '1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers' quiz

Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / May 7

Tigers moving up MLB rankings thanks to resurgent Javier Baez

The Detroit Tigers are on a tear, and as of now, they're the best team in the American League. One player's return to form has a lot to do with that.

Tigers' hot start is led by this unexpected player

Five MLB players who have turned back the clock in 2025

25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2025

The '1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 6

Rockies, Tigers try to open series after rain provides 2nd day off

The Colorado Rockies and Detroit Tigers had a scheduled day off before starting their three-game series in Denver on Tuesday. Heavy rain turned it into a two-day break.

Andrew Vasquez News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 6

Angels agree to minor league deal with veteran lefty reliever

The Angels reached agreement with lefty reliever Andrew Vasquez on a minor league deal, reports Ari Alexander of KPRC 2. The Gaeta Sports Management client would be paid at a prorated $800K rate for whatever time he spends in the majors.

Detroit Tigers News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 6

Detroit Tigers' Flamethrowing Youngster Graduates Off MLB Top 100 Prospects List

Detroit Tigers' youngster Jackson Jobe has officially graduated off the MLB Top 100 prospects list. Ranked as a Top-10 prospect in the game heading into the season, he has solidified himself in the starting rotation for Detroit, who leads the American League Central entering play on Tuesday.

Kerry Carpenter News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 5

Kerry Carpenter’s warning to MLB amid Tigers’ insane power surge

The Detroit Tigers were one of the hottest teams in baseball last season as they miraculously turned on the jets in the final couple of months to secure a playoff spot.

Javier Baez News / Yardbarker / May 5

Tigers' hot start is led by this unexpected player

The Detroit Tigers entered Monday at 22-13, the best record in the American League. An unexpected player has been leading the way in Detroit.

Closest MLB-ready prospect for each AL team

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The '1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers' quiz

Miguel Cabrera News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 5

Tigers legend Miguel Cabrera named to Team Venezuela for 2026 WBC

Detroit Tigers legend Miguel Cabrera has been part of every World Baseball Classic since its inception and 2026 will be no different. Cabrera will serve as Team Venezuela’s hitting coach after playing for his native country in the tournament’s first five iterations.

Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / May 5

Detroit Tigers Legend Earns Prominent Position in Upcoming World Baseball Classic

Congratulations are in order for future Hall of Famer Miguel Cabrera, who is going to serve as the hitting coach for his native Venezuela in the upcoming World Baseball Classic, which is set to begin next March.

Detroit Tigers News / Total Apex Sports / May 5

Detroit Tigers With Power Surge Over Last 7 Games

The Detroit Tigers are coming off a great week at the plate. They led the league with 20 home runs over the last week. That is the most the team has hit over a seven-game stretch since September 2004.

Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / May 5

Detroit Tigers Offense Making All Sorts of History in Dominant Stretch of Play

The Detroit Tigers routed the Los Angeles Angels 13-1 on Sunday afternoon in Anaheim. The bludgeoning performance moved Detroit to 22-13 as they continue to pace the American League Central through 35 games.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / May 4

Tigers Make Historic Announcement After Angels Game

The Detroit Tigers concluded their four-game series against the Los Angeles Angels with a commanding 13-1 victory on Sunday, securing a 3-1 series win at Angel Stadium.

Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / May 3

Detroit Tigers Ace on Run Rarely Seen in Baseball History

The Detroit Tigers beat the Los Angeles Angels 9-1 on Friday night in Anaheim. With the win, Detroit is now 21-12 and in first place in the American League Central entering play on Saturday.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 3