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On YouTubeDetroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 10
Why Javier Baez’s Contract Is Viewed as Tigers’ Biggest Mistake
It's not a secret that teams miss all the time in free agency. Whether it's a high-profile miss or someone on the outer edges of the roster, it happens every year.
Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / October 9
Tigers Infielder Javy Baez Shared His Unique Perspective on Being Booed at Comerica Park
The Detroit Tigers split two games in Seattle and two games at Comerica Park during their American League Divisional Series against the Mariners, leading up to Friday night's decisive Game 5 at T-Mobile Park.
The 'NLCS MVPs' quiz
MLB has been awarding the National League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1977 season. How many of the winners can you name in six minutes?
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 8
Tigers’ Javier Baez gets real on fan frustration before bonkers Game 4 comeback
On the ropes entering the bottom of the fifth inning, the Detroit Tigers’ season looked to be on the brink. Down 3-0 to the AL West champion Seattle Mariners, the Tigers’ bats needed to wake up, and fast.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
MLB News / Field Level Media / October 8
Tigers smack 3 HRs in rout of Mariners to even ALDS
DETROIT - Riley Greene, Javier Baez and Gleyber Torres each hammered home runs to help the Detroit Tigers to an 9-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners in Game 4 of the American League Division series on Wednesday.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 8
Tigers’ Javier Baez, Riley Greene lead middle-inning comeback in Game 4 vs. Mariners
Facing elimination, the Detroit Tigers used their bats to keep themselves alive. The Tigers took down the Seattle Mariners in Game 4, 9-3, after trailing 3-0 to begin the contest.
Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / October 3
Javier Baez Doubters Blasted by Jack Flaherty After Tigers' Win Over Guardians
Summary Points: Jack Flaherty was emotional after the Tigers' win Thursday He had a special message for doubters of Javy Baez Flaherty fired a strongly-worded,
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 27
Hall of Fame Writer Picks Tigers All-Star As Least Valuable Player in Second Half
The Detroit Tigers are in the midst of a historic meltdown, watching their 15.5-game lead in the American League Central disappear. They have gone ice cold while the Cleveland Guardians have heated up, taking full advantage.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 26
Tigers’ Javier Baez tagged as AL’s second-half 'LVP' after brutal collapse
The Detroit Tigers have watched their once-promising season unravel, and Javier Baez has become the face of that collapse. The veteran shortstop was once celebrated for flair and highlight-reel plays.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / September 23
Tigers Announce Javier Baez News After Removal From Lineup Against Guardians
The Detroit Tigers are entering a crucial series on Tuesday against the Cleveland Guardians. After dropping their sixth straight game over the weekend, the AL Central lead has been trimmed down to just one game after Detroit held a double-digit lead in the month of July.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 18
Former MLB Exec Recognizes Tigers' Javier Baez for Remarkable Bounce Back Season
One of the most popular topics for the Detroit Tigers coming into the 2025 season was what to do with Javier Baez. Signed to a massive six-year, $140 million contract ahead of the 2022 campaign, there were sizable expectations placed on him.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 13
Javier Baez’s injury has him feeling ‘like a boxer’
The Detroit Tigers dropped the series opener against the Miami Marlins on Friday and it appeared the 8-2 loss would be costly to the team. Two Tigers exited the game with injuries as Tarik Skubal left with tightness in the fourth inning and Javier Baez fouled a ball off his face in his first at-bat.
Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / September 12
Tigers AJ Hinch Shares Javier Baez Update After Leaving Marlins Game
The Detroit Tigers (84-63) appear set on making back-to-back postseason appearances, entering Friday with an 8.5-game lead in the AL Central. After a resurgent first half that earned Javier Baez an All-Star selection, the 32-year-old has fallen back into the disappointment that’s defined his previous three seasons in Detroit.
Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / August 19
Tigers Facing Javier Baez Decision After Removal From Lineup
The Detroit Tigers have taken command of the AL Central after a sluggish start to the second half of the season, currently owning a 74–53 record, the American League’s best.
Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / July 2
Javier Baez Starting the All-Star Game is the Biggest Surprise of 2025
Sit back and think about what has surprised you this season so far. If you are like me, the news of Javy Baez starting in the All-Star game, as an outfielder, has blocked my ability to come up with much else.
Detroit Tigers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 2
Fans react to Javier Baez getting named a starter in MLB All-Star Game
Fans were stunned to see the news about Baez starting.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / June 28
Tigers Boss Explains How Resurgent Year for Javier Baez Has Been Possible
The Detroit Tigers have been one of the best stories in baseball through the first half of the season, maintaining the best record in the league for significant portions of the year.
MLB News / ChiCitySports / June 19
Cubs legend Javy Baez reaches 10 year MLB milestone with a bang
In 2011, the Chicago Cubs drafted Javy Baez ninth overall. He made his MLB debut in 2014, where his 12th inning home run was the difference in a win against the Colorado Rockies.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / June 17
Cubs Legend Javier Baez Gets Huge Career News
The Chicago Cubs won the World Series in 2016, and a large part of that team was versatile infielder Javier Baez. He played eight years with the Cubs, appearing in 815 games for the team during his stint.
Detroit Tigers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 26
Watch: Tigers' Javier Baez restrained from going after umpire after ejection
Detroit Tigers center fielder Javier Baez had to be restrained from going after umpire Phil Cuzzi on Monday after being punched out on a questionable call.
Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / May 17
Javier Baez doing it all as Tigers eye series win vs. Jays
It would be no surprise if Javier Baez played a major role Saturday afternoon when the Detroit Tigers try to clinch a series win against the host Toronto Blue Jays.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / April 30
Javier Baez's resurgence continues in win vs. Astros
Javier Baez may be resurrecting his career after three disappointing seasons with the Detroit Tigers.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / April 6
Tigers former All-Star isn't living up to his contract — and he knows it
The Tigers are stuck paying for past potential while hoping for future flashes from Javier Baez.
Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / October 14, 2024
Detroit Tigers Leadership Discusses Future of Javy Baez on Team's Roster
Despite his struggles since arriving in Detroit, Tigers' leadership says there is a place for shortstop Javier Baez on the team's roster. The Tigers were
Detroit Tigers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 1, 2024
Javier Baez’s season-ending injury could be long-term issue?
The Detroit Tigers have not gotten their money’s worth from shortstop Javy Baez, and things may be about to get even worse for them.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26, 2024
Tigers' Javier Baez to undergo season-ending right hip surgery
Manager A.J. Hinch informed reports that Báez will undergo right hip surgery and is done for the year. Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press was among those to relay the news on X.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 24, 2024
Season outlook uncertain for injured Tigers shortstop
Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez's season is up in the air due to injury.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 11, 2024
Tigers place two-time All-Star on injured list
The placement, which is retroactive to June 9, is due to lumbar spine inflammation. Ryan Kreidler is up from Triple-A Toledo to take the open active roster spot.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / May 17, 2024
Javier Baez still being on the Tigers is an indictment against team owner
Javier Baez, what would you say...you do here? That's the question Detroit Tigers owner Christopher Ilitch should be asking the man once known as "El Mago."
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