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A right rotator cuff strain delayed Matt Vierling’s season debut until May 23, and he played in only four games before inflammation in that same right shoulder sent him back to the injured list.

Tigers down Cubs in matchup of Central division leaders

Tigers pitcher gloats about Chicago Cubs 3B coach’s mistake

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / June 8

Resurgence of Detroit Tigers Slugger Has Massive Impact for Franchise

As the Detroit Tigers battle with the Chicago Cubs in an exciting weekend series, there are a lot of positive takeaways from the season so far. The Tigers have been able to emerge as one of the best teams in baseball this year.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 28

Breakout April Solidified With Strong May from Chicago Cubs Superstar

The trade has been one of the biggest discussions in baseball this season, and rightfully so. Ahead of the 2021 MLB trade deadline, the Chicago Cubs traded away Javier Baez, Trevor Williams, and cash considerations to the New York Mets for a young prospect outfielder, Pete Crow-Armstrong.

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The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz

How many of the players in second place on each franchise's all-time home runs leaders list can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / Athlon Sports / May 26

Umpire Under Fire After Controversial Ejection in Tigers-Giants

The Detroit Tigers and San Francisco Giants faced off on Monday in the start of an exciting three-game series between two teams who hope to make a playoff appearance this season.

Detroit Tigers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 26

Watch: Tigers' Baez restrained from going after umpire after ejection

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.

Tigers get past Giants to open series on high note

Watch: Reigning AL Cy Young winner hurls first complete game of career

The 25 most surprising players from the 2025 MLB season so far

The '1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers' quiz

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 20

AJ Hinch drops truth bomb on Javier Baez’s center field move

The Detroit Tigers have dealt with a rash of injuries to their outfield, and Javier Baez has been one of the team’s answers. The versatile fielder has played 24 games in center field this season — the only 24 games of his career at the position — and he’s earned the admiration of his manager.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 18

Tigers’ Jack Flaherty sends Javier Baez warning to rest of MLB

Detroit Tigers slugger Javier Baez is getting the stamp of approval from one of his teammates. Tigers pitcher Jack Flaherty says that Baez deserves consideration for this year’s Comeback Player of the Year honor.

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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 16

Tigers hit 2025 MLB milestone with 30th win

It’s probably a safe bet the Boston Red Sox don’t want to see the Detroit Tigers again any time soon. The red-hot Tigers swept the Red Sox in a three-game series in Detroit as Javier Baez hit a walk-off three-run home run in extra innings on Tuesday.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 14

Tigers’ Javier Baez gets major AJ Hinch endorsement amid resurgence

The Detroit Tigers are off to an incredibly hot start as they are one of the best teams in baseball, and the resurgence of Javier Baez is a big reason why.

Detroit Tigers News / Total Apex Sports / May 14

Detroit Tigers Star Javier Baez Makes MLB History

Detroit Tigers utility player Javier Baez had a game for the ages Tuesday night at home against the Boston Red Sox. He is the first player in league history to hit a walk-off home run for his second lead-flipping 3+ run homer of the game.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / May 14

Wild Walk-Off Parade Across MLB Slots Into History Books

In the span of just four minutes, a handful of clutch moments across MLB set the stage for a historic night of baseball. First, Javier Baez lifted the Detroit Tigers to a win over the Boston Red Sox with a three-run home run in the bottom of the 11th inning.

Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / May 14

Embattled Detroit Tigers Slugger Joins Rare Team History of Last 30 Years with Huge Game

Javier Baez continued his resurgent career on Tuesday night, hitting a walk-off three-run homer in the 11th inning as the Detroit Tigers beat the Boston Red Sox 10-9 at Comerica Park.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / May 13

Tigers walk off Red Sox on Javier Baez's second 3-run homer

Javier Baez blasted his second three-run homer of the game in the bottom of the 11th to give the host Detroit Tigers a 10-9 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 13

Astros, Cubs, Tigers deliver walk-off wins minutes apart

Watch: Astros, Cubs, Tigers deliver walk-off wins in span of four minutes

If you like exciting baseball finishes minutes apart, Tuesday night's slate was for you.

Cubs dip into deep minor league system again, call up catching prospect

Watch: Chandler Simpson used his speed to leg out ridiculous double

Struggling Brewers offense continues to plummet in ugly May stretch

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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

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The '1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers' quiz

Detroit Tigers 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.

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The '1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 2

Chicago Cubs didn’t initially want Pete Crow-Armstrong in Baez trade, ended up dodging a bullet

The Chicago Cubs unwittingly averted a disaster when they settled on acquiring second-or-third choice Pete Crow-Armstrong in their deal with the New York Mets at the 2021 trade deadline.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / May 2

Javier Baez Has His Swagger Back, But Will it Last?

In the winter of 2021, the Tigers signed Javier Baez to a six-year, $140 million contract. After several seasons of disappointment Detroit finally jumped back into free agency and landed the shortstop they desperately needed.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / April 30

Javier Baez's slam helps Tigers avoid sweep in Houston

Javier Baez blasted a grand slam and the visiting Detroit Tigers salvaged the finale of a three-game series with a 7-4 victory over the Houston Astros on Wednesday afternoon.