The Detroit Tigers start a crucial series tonight against the New York Yankees. The Tigers are 2-4 in September averaging 5.7 runs per game while allowing 6.2 runs per game.
Sitting in first place with the best record in the American League, the Detroit Tigers have been on pace to get the bye in the playoffs. 8-2 in their last 10 games, they're playing some of their best ball heading into the stretch run.
On Thursday, Evan Petzold of the Freep reported sources telling him that Sommers would be promoted from Triple-A Toledo on Friday prior to the beginning of the Tigers home series against the Kansas City Royals.
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.