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Parker Meadows hit a tying two-run homer in the fifth inning and a tiebreaking RBI single to spark a nine-run seventh inning for the Detroit Tigers, who beat the host New York Yankees 12-2 on Tuesday night.

Detroit Tigers News / Sporting News / September 6

Tigers' Parker Meadows returns in emphatic way

Parker Meadows made his first start in 39 days on Friday, and did so with a couple of highlight plays.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 5

Tigers’ Parker Meadows launches 1st pitch HR in return from injury

Parker Meadows finally returned to the Detroit Tigers lineup after missing some time with a right quad injury. He turned heads in his first at-bat on Friday by going yard on the first pitch.

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Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 5

Tigers' key bullpen acquisition placed on IL

The Tigers announced Friday that right-hander Kyle Finnegan has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a right adductor strain.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 4

Jamhai Jones Gives Tigers Chance To Ease Parker Meadows' Return to Lineup

The Detroit Tigers have been patiently waiting for center fielder Parker Meadows to make his return to the lineup. Sidelined since July 28 because of a strained quad, the 2025 MLB regular season has been a bust for the 2018 second round pick.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / August 28

Parker Meadows rehabs with Hens, Andrew Sears and Troy Watson spin gems

The Saints made it two in a row over the Hens at home in a low scoring game on Wednesday night. Right-hander Troy Watson got the start for Toledo and he was outstanding.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 27

Tigers Injured Star Parker Meadows Starting Another Rehab Assignment

One of the biggest stories in the first half of the Detroit TIgers season was the bounce-back of Javier Baez, who had moved to center field. He started the All-Star game there, but he has struggled in the second half.

Detroit Tigers News / Sporting News / August 22

Tigers' manager provides injury update on Parker Meadows and Matt Vierling

Tigers' sluggers Parker Meadows and Matt Vierling are nearing their return as we inch closer to postseason baseball

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 18

Tigers manager AJ Hinch pumps brakes on Parker Meadows injury return

Detroit Tigers outfielder Parker Meadows is working his way back from a right quad strain that he suffered at the end of July. The team hopes he can by back before the calendar flips to September, but manager AJ Hinch is trying to manage expectations.

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Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / August 12

The Detroit Tigers are Running Out of Options in Center Field

At this time last season, the Tigers were generating a ton of buzz. Sellers at the deadline, but tracking towards a remarkable postseason run. A run that would not have been possible without center fielder Parker Meadows, who was blossoming into a special player.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 28

Tigers’ Parker Meadows receives ‘hopeful’ injury update

The Detroit Tigers were busy on Monday afternoon. First, the Tigers traded for Chris Paddack and Randy Dobnak in a trade with the Minnesota Twins. Then, Reese Olson was ruled out for the season due to a shoulder strain.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 28

Tigers to place righty on 60-day IL, outfielder on 10-day IL

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 8

Tigers' Matt Vierling discusses timeline for return from injury

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.

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Detroit Tigers News / Last Word On Sports / June 3

Parker Meadows Returns From Injury; Creates Questions In Tigers’ Lineup

Detroit Tigers outfielder Parker Meadows was sidelined for the first 60 games of the season after sustaining a nerve injury in his right arm during the first spring training game.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 3

Tigers out to extend road win streak vs. White Sox to 12

The Detroit Tigers nearly matched their season high for runs with a 13-1 road rout of the Chicago White Sox on Monday as they welcomed center fielder Parker Meadows back to the lineup.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / June 2

Tigers reinstate CF Parker Meadows for 2025 debut

The Detroit Tigers reinstated center fielder Parker Meadows from the 60-day injured list Monday and had him in the leadoff spot for a series-opening matchup against the Chicago White Sox.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 2

Tigers OF set for season debut after reinstatement from 60-day IL

Now that he’s back, it should be a boost for the Tigers.

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Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / March 22

Tigers CF Parker Meadows (shoulder) out at least 4 more weeks

Detroit Tigers center fielder Parker Meadows remains out due to a nerve issue in his throwing shoulder and can't throw a ball for four more weeks. Manager A.J.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / March 1

Tigers OF Parker Meadows shut down with nerve issue

Detroit Tigers center fielder Parker Meadows has been shut down from baseball activities due to a nerve issue in his upper right arm. Meadows, however, was not ruled out of the team's season opener on March 27 against the host Los Angeles Dodgers.

Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / February 25

Detroit Tigers' Parker Meadows Diagnosed With Arm Inflammation, No Structural Damage

Detroit Tigers outfielder Parker Meadows is dealing with right upper arm inflammation, the team announced Tuesday. Meadows felt discomfort in his bicep during the Tigers' first game of Spring Training on Saturday.

Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / January 28

Detroit Tigers' Parker Meadows Listed as "Breakout Candidate" Heading into Spring

Heading into spring training, Detroit Tigers outfielder Parker Meadows has been listed as a "breakout candidate" to watch. Meadows was included in a limited

Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / October 3

Say hello to Parker Meadows — the budding star demanding your attention in the MLB playoffs

A 20-something young outfielder has burst on the scene during the MLB playoffs. He is clutch at the plate, makes spectacular plays on defense and demands your attention this October.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / October 2

Watch: Tigers home run puts Astros on the ropes in AL wild-card series

Parker Meadows broke a scoreless tie with a solo home run in the top of the sixth of inning.

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Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / September 23

Fearless Tigers surging like 2003 Marlins in wild-card push

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MLB News / Yardbarker / September 17

Tigers chasing down Twins for final AL wild-card spot

Detroit has trimmed Minnesota's lead down to striking distance ahead of the final 12 days of the regular season.

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Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / December 29, 2023

Most Read Stories of 2023: Parker Meadows of the Detroit Tigers Makes History

Update, Dec. 29: This was the most-read story on our site for the entire year of 2023! The Detroit Tigers rallied in the bottom of the ninth inning on Friday night to stun the Houston Astros by a score of 4-1.