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On YouTubeDetroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / August 28
Spencer Torkelson finally finds his level for the Tigers 
One player who has drawn surprisingly little chatter over the last few months is long-struggling Detroit Tigers’ first baseman, Spencer Torkelson. The former first overall pick had only a few bursts of real success over his first three seasons as a major leaguer.
MLB News / Burn City Sports / August 17
Arizona State honored during MLB Players’ Weekend by Detroit first baseman
MINNEAPOLIS — Detroit Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelson honored his alma mater during Players Weekend by using a custom-made bat featuring Arizona State University’s pitchfork logo.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 12
Spencer Torkelson points to Tigers’ resiliency after clutch HR vs. White Sox
The Detroit Tigers don’t have the best record in baseball anymore, but they are only a half game back of having the best record in the American League.
The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?
Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / August 12
Spencer Torkelson Creatively Honored by Tigers Fan After Game-Winning HR at White Sox
The Detroit Tigers battled through a stark, unexpected rain delay and strong pitching from their AL Central foes the Chicago White Sox on Monday to win a 2-1 road contest at Rate Field.
Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / August 11
Spencer Torkelson's 9th-inning HR lifts Tigers over White Sox
Spencer Torkelson smacked a go-ahead solo home run in the ninth inning and Chris Paddack and three relievers combined on a four-hitter to boost the visiting Detroit Tigers to a 2-1 victory against the Chicago White Sox on Monday.
Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / August 11
Tigers Announce Historic Spencer Torkelson News Before White Sox Game
The Detroit Tigers’ offense has been productive all season, averaging 4.8 runs per game (8th in MLB), helping lead the team to the top of the AL Central at 68–51.
Arizona State's Spencer Torkelson Concludes First Half of MLB Season
Arizona State baseball is arguably the best program in the history of the sport - having won five national titles, producing talents such as Barry Bonds, and being a consistent force within the Pac-12 over the years.
MLB News / LWOSports.com / July 13
MLB Mock Draft Mayhem: Who Should Really Go First in the MLB Draft?
As the MLB Draft comes along, the question is raised: Who will go number one this season? A lot of times in MLB history, this decision has completely changed a team’s history.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 5
Tigers' pitching saves lack of offense again, strengthening division lead
The Detroit Tigers can stack runs when necessary, but haven't needed to during their weekend series with Cleveland.
Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / June 27
Spencer Torkelson, Tigers take aim at Twins
The American League-leading Detroit Tigers haven't played division rival Minnesota since mid-April. That will change this weekend when the Twins head to Detroit for a three-game series that begins on Friday night.
MLB News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / June 19
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Detroit Tigers Preview, Prediction & Odds | June 19, 2025
The Pittsburgh Pirates are continuing their three-game interleague series on Thursday afternoon against the Detroit Tigers. With Wednesday’s game being postponed, Thursday will serve as a doubleheader.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 11
Spencer Torkelson looks to lead Tigers to series win vs. Orioles
It's hard to imagine it being much better for the Detroit Tigers entering Wednesday night's game against the host Baltimore Orioles. The Tigers hold a 44-24 record, putting them 20 games above .500 for the first time since 2013.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / June 4
Tigers Former First Overall Pick Predicted To Make American League All-Star Team
The Detroit Tigers have been off to a fantastic start this season, and one of the major reasons why has been the surprise performances of some of their batters.
Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / June 2
Detroit Tigers Duo Making Special Team History with Home Run Prowess
The Detroit Tigers' duo of Spencer Torkelson and Riley Greene made never-before-seen team history prior to June 1, according to the organization's PR team.
Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / June 1
Detroit Tigers Make Historic Riley Greene, Spencer Torkelson Announcement
The Detroit Tigers improved their Major League Baseball best record to 39-21 on the season Sunday with a 1-0 road win over the Kansas City Royals. The Tigers took two of three games from their AL Central rivals one series removed from a three-game sweep against the San Francisco Giants.
Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / April 20
Detroit Tigers Win Again on Saturday as Spencer Torkelson Joins Elite History of Last 25 Years
The Detroit Tigers continued their solid stretch of good baseball on Saturday afternoon, beating the Kansas City Royals 3-1 at Comerica Park. With the win, Detroit is now 13-8 on the season while the Royals fell to a disappointing 8-14.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 19
Spencer Torkelson Belts Game-Changing Home Run vs. Royals as Bounce Back Season Continues
The Detroit Tigers took on their division rival the Kansas City Royals on Saturday with American League Central Division bragging rights and positioning up for grabs.
Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / March 28
Only Six Players in Detroit Tigers History Did What Spencer Torkelson Did Thursday
Just four years ago, Detroit Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelson was considered the No. 3 prospect in all of baseball. But with three seasons of Major League action under his belt, he's yet to live up to that status.
Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / March 28
Detroit Tigers Slugger Spencer Torkelson Makes Never-Before-Seen Opening Day History
Spencer Torkelson saw his production drop off a cliff in 2024, to the point where the Detroit Tigers even demoted the once-promising slugger to Triple-A for over two months.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / March 15
Tigers trying to find spot for former top prospect
The 2025 season may be critical for Spencer Torkelson's future.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 15
Tigers working out Spencer Torkelson at new position
With so many absences already at the position, the team is getting creative in looking for answers.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 27
Looking for a match in a potential Spencer Torkelson trade
The Tigers rearranged their infield when they signed Gleyber Torres last month. He’ll play second base, a move that pushes Colt Keith to first base. The trickle-down effect is to block the clearest path to at-bats for 2020 first overall pick Spencer Torkelson.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17, 2024
Tigers struggling former first overall draft pick to make MLB return
The Tigers are set to recall first baseman Spencer Torkelson from Triple-A Toledo on Saturday.
Detroit Tigers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 4, 2024
Tigers manager on struggling 1B: 'The next stop is next to me'
The Detroit Tigers may be running out of patience with struggling Spencer Torkelson. Tigers manager AJ Hinch offered a fairly brutal comment on Torkelson’s struggles on Saturday.
Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / February 10, 2024
Can Spencer Torkelson Become a Top-Tier First Baseman in 2024?
The Detroit Tigers hope this is the year prized first baseman Spencer Torkelson can finally put it all together as a critical piece of their core moving forward.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / March 14, 2023
Why there's reason for optimism regarding former No. 1 pick Spencer Torkelson
Last season was a disaster for the Detroit Tigers and former No. 1 overall pick Spencer Torkelson, but there's reason for optimism to be found in some underlying numbers.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / July 17, 2022
Tigers send 2020 No. 1 pick Spencer Torkelson back to minors
On Sunday, the Tigers announced that Spencer Torkelson was optioned to Triple-A Toledo.
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