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The Detroit Tigers have turned the page to the offseason after a heartbreaking Game 5 defeat at the hands of the Seattle Mariners in the ALDS, coming within a moment or two from their first ALCS appearance since 2013.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 9

Tigers Fantastic Star Rookie Has Been Unsung Hero So Far in Playoff Run

When the Detroit Tigers approached the trade deadline without supreme urgency to make a huge splash and acquire one of the top names available, fans were understandably upset.

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Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / October 4

Tigers' ALDS Game 1 starter emphasizes trade mistakes

Tigers' surprising ALDS Game 1 starter emphasizes trade-deadline mistakes

The Detroit Tigers made an unexpected choice as the starting pitcher for the first game of the ALDS.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

MLB News / ESPN / October 3

Mariners' Kirby, Tigers' Melton to start ALDS G1

The Mariners will start George Kirby and the Tigers will counter with rookie Troy Melton for Game 1 of their American League Division Series on Saturday.

MLB News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 25

Rookie Pitcher Tasked With Saving Tigers Season As Tabbed Starter Against Guardians

The Detroit Tigers have unraveled over the last few weeks, putting themselves in a position for some MLB history no team wants to be attached to. It was only two weeks ago that they were cruising toward an American League Central title.

Detroit Tigers News / Last Word On Sports / September 3

Rookie Troy Melton Emerging as Tigers’ Middle-Innings Savior

The Detroit Tigers’ bullpen hit its stride over the past month, posting a remarkable 2.98 ERA in August. That is the second-best mark in MLB during that span.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / September 2

AJ Hinch Hints at Bigger Role for Troy Melton in Tigers’ October Plans

A month ago, Troy Melton was a young arm still trying to find his place. His first big-league start went sideways. Now? AJ Hinch sees him as a weapon. “He’s been incredible, and he’s been adaptable, and he’s been open,” Hinch told SiriusXM’s MLB Network Radio.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 13

Tigers shut out White Sox on combined 2-hitter

Troy Melton and three relievers combined on a two-hit shutout and Wenceel Perez contributed a run-scoring sacrifice fly to help the Detroit Tigers defeat the host Chicago White Sox 1-0 on Wednesday.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / August 13

Tigers 1, White Sox 0: I’ll stop the world and Melton with you

The Tigers were back at it in Chicago, where the weather looked a lot nicer than it had the last two evenings, and everyone was talking about Chicago dogs.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 5

Tigers rookie gets real on surprising move to bullpen

The Detroit Tigers were active at the MLB Trade Deadline, making several small moves. As a result of these moves, Detroit had to shuffle its roster around a bit.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 30

Troy Melton Could Save Tigers Rotation After Stellar Second Start

The Detroit Tigers have dealt with what feels like endless injuries to their starting rotation this season, and this week brought what was the toughest blow yet.

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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 29

What Tigers rookie pitcher is ‘proud of’ after dominating Diamondbacks

The Detroit Tigers are starting to look like themselves again as they have won two games in a row after losing 12 of 13. The most recent win came against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night, and rookie Troy Melton was on the mound for the Tigers.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 28

Tigers’ starters achieve feat not seen since 1949

The Detroit Tigers’ starting pitchers achieved a feat that the majors haven’t seen since 1949 during Monday’s matchup against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 28

Tigers' Troy Melton dominates Diamondbacks, earns first career win

Troy Melton tossed seven shutout innings to collect his first career victory as the host Detroit Tigers downed the slumping Arizona Diamondbacks, 5-1, on Monday night.

Detroit Tigers News / Last Word On Sports / July 28

Rumor: Tigers Looking to Add Eugenio Suárez ASAP

Per Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the Detroit Tigers are looking to add Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star third baseman Eugenio Suárez as soon as possible.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / July 29

Tigers Acquire Chris Paddack from Twins: What to Make of Trade

The Twins and Tigers made an intradivision trade on July 28, as Minnesota sent Chris Paddack to Detroit. It’s a three-player deal, as the Twins will send the rest of Randy Dobnak’s contract to Detroit.

MLB News / Burn City Sports / July 28

Diamondbacks aiming to keep fighting in Detroit amidst trade rumors

DETROIT – As the dominoes start to fall for the Arizona Diamondbacks, they will try to regain some energy as they get ready for a three-game road series against the Detroit Tigers.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 27

Tigers Make Troy Melton Permanent Part of MLB Rotation With Surprising Move

The Detroit Tigers haven’t been playing very well recently, but last week was still a special moment for one of their young players. Starting pitcher Troy Melton made his MLB debut on July 23 against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / July 24

Tigers' Troy Melton Opens Up About Shaky MLB Debut Against Pirates

When the Detroit Tigers took the field against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday afternoon, it was more than just a momentous occasion. It wasn’t just the Tigers’ 101st game of the 2025 MLB regular season.

Detroit Tigers News / Inside The Diamonds / July 23

Detroit Tigers Roster Moves 7/23/2025

The Detroit Tigers today will wrap up their series against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Tigers have dropped eight of their last nine games. They are averaging 2.8 runs per game while allowing 6.7 runs per game over that stretch.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / July 23

Tigers hope rookie Troy Melton can provide spark vs. Pirates

The Detroit Tigers are looking for something to break them out of their recent struggles. They will turn to prospect Troy Melton, who will make his major league debut on Wednesday afternoon against the host Pittsburgh Pirates in the finale of a three-game series.

Detroit Tigers News / Last Word On Sports / July 22

Report: Tigers to Promote #10 Prospect Troy Melton for MLB Debut

Per Detroit Tigers’ beat writer Evan Petzold, Troy Melton, MLB Pipeline’s #10 prospect in the Tigers organization, will make his Major League debut Wednesday against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 21

Tigers to promote pitching prospect for MLB debut

He was the Tigers’ fourth-round pick in 2022. Since then, he has climbed the minor league ladder, putting up strong numbers along the way.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / July 17

Hot Tigers Prospect Named Candidate to Join Bullpen for 2025 MLB Playoffs Run

The Detroit Tigers entered MLB's All-Star Break with the best record in baseball after outdueling the Los Angeles Dodgers for the distinction and placing six players on the American League All-Star roster.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / May 25

Cardinals Should Bring In Breakout Tigers Pitcher

It seems like the Detroit Tigers and St. Louis Cardinals are destined to come together on a blockbuster trade this season. The Tigers could look to acquire either Nolan Arenado (if he's willing to waive his no-trade clause for Detroit) or Ryan Helsley this season.