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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 2

Tigers Face Tough Decision Whether to Move on from Fan Favorite Utility Man

The Detroit Tigers have a defined goal this offseason of figuring out how to improve enough to get over that final hump and play for an American League title following back-to-back ALDS exits.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 21

Matt Vierling and Tigers Agree on One Year Deal To Avoid Arbitration

The Detroit Tigers have signed utility man Matt Vierling back to a one-year deal, according to Jon Heyman. The deal is worth $3.255 million, and it retains a crucial piece for the Tigers, as they look to make another postseason push in 2026.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 21

Tigers re-sign veteran outfielder to $3.255 million deal

After being eliminated in the MLB Playoffs in the ALDS by the Seattle Mariners, the Detroit Tigers are aiming to improve the roster for next season. The front office has plenty of decisions to make to adjust the roster.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 28

Tigers May Try to Ship Out Struggling Slugger in Offseason Blockbuster Trade

The Detroit Tigers clearly have some work to do this offseason in order to get over that final hump and finally become equipped to be one of the final teams standing by the time next October rolls around.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 4

Tigers Face Last-Minute Decision on Colt Keith, Matt Vierling for ALDS Roster

The Detroit Tigers got over the hump on Thursday to beat the Cleveland Guardians in the Wild Card series, just days after blowing their large division lead to them.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 17

Tigers Notes: Skubal, Bullpen, Vierling

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal gave the team a scare last week when he exited his start due to tightness in his left side. The obvious initial concern was that Skubal had suffered an oblique or intercostal strain that could necessitate a notable absence, but subsequent testing did not reveal a major injury.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 17

Tigers Latest Injury Update Provides Grim Outlook for Utility Man Matt Vierling

The Detroit Tigers, like just about every other team in baseball, have dealt with a significant number of injuries to some of their most important players, which has derailed them a bit at times.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 16

Matt Vierling’s injury rehab stint gets unfortunate twist for Tigers

The Detroit Tigers have been anxiously awaiting the return of outfielder Matt Vierling, from injury. It appears they may have to wait longer than expected.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / August 10

2025 Injury Report: Updates on Buxton, Rosario, Vierling

Before the new week begins on August 11, there were injury updates on several notable players on the 10th. The Tigers lost 2025 All-Star Matt Vierling to the injured list again, weeks after coming back from a shoulder injury.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / August 10

Tigers Dealt Troubling News After Loss to Angels

The Detroit Tigers are stumbling their way across the finish line, still sitting at 67–51 but the team’s double-digit division lead has evaporated as the surging Cleveland Guardians have narrowed the gap to just five games.

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Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 10

Tigers place Matt Vierling on 10-day IL with oblique strain

The Tigers announced today that they have placed Matt Vierling on the 10-day injured list with a left oblique strain. Trey Sweeney was recalled to take his place on the active roster.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 9

Tigers Star Matt Vierling Delivers Season's Biggest Moment with Home Run

The Detroit Tigers have been in the midst of a rough stretch of baseball for roughly a month now since just before the All-Star break. Seeing their double

MLB News / Angels Nation / August 9

Vierling’s Late Blast Lifts Tigers Over Angels 6-5

Matt Vierling launched his first home run of the season, a three-run shot in the eighth inning, to power the Detroit Tigers to a 6-5 comeback victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 9

AJ Hinch breaks down how Tigers function after Matt Vierling’s heroics vs. Angels

AJ Hinch’s Detroit Tigers have struggled since the MLB All-Star break, though they have seen promising signs in recent days. Unfortunately, they got an uncharacteristically brutal start from Tarik Skubal on Friday.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / August 8

Matt Vierling's late pinch-hit homer rallies Tigers past Angels

Matt Vierling delivered a pinch-hit, three-run homer in the eighth as the host Detroit Tigers rallied for a 6-5 win over the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 29

Tigers’ Matt Vierling makes catch of the year candidate with juggling grab

The Detroit Tigers were in trouble early against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday. Corbin Carroll and James McCann scored runs to give Arizona a 2-0 lead.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Tigers Make Injury Move With Key Starter

Kerry Carpenter's place in the Detroit Tigers' lineup has remained steady for most of the last two-plus seasons. When he's been healthy. The 27-year-old

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 28

'Grateful' Tigers OF discusses return from injury

His 2025 season has basically been a wash, as he has played in only four games in between two lengthy stints on the IL.

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Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / June 28

Tigers Make Roster Move To Bring Back a Steady Veteran

The Tigers reinstated Matt Vierling from the injured list Saturday, a move that gives manager A.J. Hinch added versatility and experience as Detroit keeps pace in the American League Central.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 27

Tigers place veteran utilityman back on 10-day IL

The Tigers are placing third baseman/outfielder Matt Vierling back on the injured list. Per Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press, Vierling is going on the 10-day IL due to right shoulder inflammation.

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Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 2

Tigers get promising Matt Vierling injury update amid Angels series

The Detroit Tigers are heating up in the AL Central, and now they’re set to receive an important boost to their lineup. Outfielder Matt Vierling, sidelined

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 28

Tigers outfielder ruled out for Opening Day due to rotator injury

For as long as Vierling is out of action, the Tigers will have to adjust their plans.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / June 24, 2024

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Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / March 20, 2024

Tigers still have uncertainty at 3B heading into Opening Day

Tigers still have uncertainty at third base heading into Opening Day

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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 14, 2023