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Aaron Judge tossed for 1st time, Rizzo hits 3-run homer as Yankees top Tigers 5-3
Aaron Judge was ejected for the first time in his career in the seventh inning, Anthony Rizzo hit a three-run homer to cap a four-run third and the New York Yankees beat the Detroit Tigers 5-3.
Are Willi and Harold Castro good? A closer look at the Detroit Tigersโ new 1-2 hitters
The Detroit Tigers have started to show signs of turning their season around, and it coincides with Harold Castro and Willi Castro moving to the top of the batting order.
Are Harold and Willi Castro good? A closer look at the Detroit Tigersโ new 1-2 hitters
The Detroit Tigers have started to show signs of turning their season around, and it coincides with Harold Castro and Willi Castro moving to the top of the batting order.
โItโs not gonna be easy, but itโs gonna be funโ: Baez, Tigers not living up to Opening Day promise
Javier Baez said exactly what Detroit Tigers fans wanted to hear five weeks ago, after delivering a thrilling walk-off victory on Opening Day.
Tigers lose 4 of 5 games vs. Oakland, which came to Detroit on 9-game losing streak
The Oakland Athletics couldnโt do anything right in the weeks leading up to their trip to Detroit, but the Tigers proved to be the perfect antidote.
Detroit Tigersโ slim playoff dreams already on life support after one month
The Detroit Tigers entered the 2022 season with a revamped roster and dreams of contending for a playoff spot. Itโs only been one month, but those dreams are already hanging on by a thread.
Off to slow start, Detroit Tigers look to avoid repeat of last seasonโs early debacle
The Detroit Tigers are off to a bit of a slow start again this season, but theyโre still a long way from repeating last yearโs five-week debacle.
Jamie Edmonds: 5 reasons my trip to Detroit Tigers Spring Training made me more excited for season
We are 12 days away from the Tigers Opening Day at Comerica Park. Hereโs why my trip to Spring Training this year makes me even more excited about Tigers baseball.
What Detroit Tigersโ lineup, rotation, bullpen should look like now that offseason moves are done
The Detroit Tigers made their final free agent addition over the weekend, signing Michael Pineda to round out the starting rotation.
New-look Detroit Tigers say winning AL Central Division is their goal in 2022
Detroit Tigers players, prospects and coaches were crystal clear Wednesday during spring training interviews: The goal for 2022 is to win the American League Central Division.
Detroit Tigersโ only trips to Seattle, Oakland canceled by MLB owners
The first two series of the Major League Baseball regular season have been canceled, and that means the Detroit Tigers wonโt take trips to Seattle or Oakland this year.
For Detroit Tigers fans, timing of MLB lockout couldnโt be more frustrating
Detroit Tigers fans should be ramping up for the most exciting season in years, but instead, the MLB lockout has brought our joy to a half.
With many top MLB free agents flying off the board, when will the Detroit Tigers strike?
Everybody knows the Detroit Tigers arenโt done signing free agents this offseason, but with many of the top targets signing this week, when is the time to strike?
How final MLB qualifying offer decisions will affect Detroit Tigers in free agency
The deadline for MLB teams to extend qualifying offers to prospective free agents passed this weekend, and those decisions will have an impact on the Detroit Tigers as they hurtle toward an active offseason.
Detroit Tigers could become playoff contenders this offseason with 2 free agents, 1 trade, 2 prospects
This will be the first meaningful offseason for the Detroit Tigers in half a decade, as the team hopes to take another leap from surprisingly competitive to legitimate playoff contender.
37 thoughts from Detroit Tigersโ season -- promising signs, bullpen, prospects, contenders next year?
A surprisingly enjoyable Detroit Tigers season has come to an end, and between the development of the current players and several emerging prospects, the team could be competitive next year.
Detroit Tigers clinch losing record for fifth-straight season
They held out until the final week of the season, but with a loss Tuesday in Minnesota, the Detroit Tigers guaranteed they will finish with a losing record for the fifth year in a row.
How 2 coaching decisions cost Detroit Lions, Tigers just minutes apart on Sunday
The Detroit Lions and Tigers were both burned by costly late coaching decisions on Sunday, and both teams lost on the final play of their games.
Enjoy the final 10 days of this Detroit Tigers season -- you might miss it more than you think
Weโve reached the final 10 days of this Detroit Tigers season, and fans should make sure to enjoy them, because you might miss this particular team more than you expect!
Detroit Tigers clinch winning record at Comerica Park for first time in 5 years
With their win over the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday, the Detroit Tigers guaranteed they will finish the season with a winning record at home for the first time in five years.
Detroit Tigers pitcher Jose Cisnero on injured list after slipping, falling at home
Detroit Tigers pitcher Jose Cisnero was placed on the injured list Tuesday because he slipped on the some stairs at his home and cut his elbow, the team announced.
Detroit Tigers limping to finish line as they hit their lowest point since All-Star break
The Detroit Tigers have spent the second half of the season scratching and clawing to stay as close to .500 as possible, but suddenly, theyโve hit their lowest point since the All-Star break.
Detroit Tigers almost blow 10-run lead, almost blow 7-run lead, allow 7 homers, still beat Twins
The Detroit Tigers almost blew a 10-run lead, then almost blew a seven-run lead, allowed seven home runs and still managed to beat the Twins and earn a series victory.
Detroit Tigers starter Spencer Turnbull to undergo Tommy John surgery
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Spencer Turnbull will undergo Tommy John surgery, miss the remainder of this season and likely be out for most or all of the 2022 season.
3 players the Detroit Tigers could replace, and who they should consider using instead
The Detroit Tigers continued their resurgence over the weekend by splitting a series with the best team in the American League. But that couldnโt hide that there are three spots where the team clearly needs to upgrade.
Tigers overcome Ohtani's 23rd HR, hold off Angels 5-3 in 10
Shohei Ohtani hit his sixth homer in six games for the Angels, but Daz Cameron hit a two-run single in the 10th inning and the Detroit Tigers avoided a four-game series sweep with a 5-3 victory over Los Angeles.
Ranking the 10 best moments of Detroit Tigers series sweep vs. Astros
The Detroit Tigers sweep of the Houston Astros was full of awesome moments for Tigers fans, especially since it was as dominant as it was unexpected.
Sweeping the Astros was the most fun Detroit Tigers series since 2016 (I think)
How in the world did the Detroit Tigers team we saw in Cleveland last weekend just go into Houston and sweep the first-place (well, not anymore) Astros?
Most obvious takeaway from Detroit Tigersโ opening series win over Cleveland: Better at-bats
The Detroit Tigers won their opening series against the Cleveland Indians over the weekend, and while itโs too early to overreact, there were some encouraging signs for the future.
Ranking 22 Detroit Tigers questions we canโt wait to learn the answers to this season
DETROIT โ Even though a playoff race isnโt in the cards for the Detroit Tigers this season, there are plenty of reasons to be excited about this team ahead of Opening Day. READ: Meet all 26 members of the Tigersโ rosterWe came up with 22 questions we canโt wait to learn the answers to over the coming months. Nobody knew who he was when the Tigers selected him in the Rule 5 draft, mostly because he missed the entire 2020 season and hasnโt played above High-A ball. An underrated part of the shortened 2020 season was Sotoโs hot start. Daniel Norris #44 of the Detroit Tigers delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the game at Target Field on September 22, 2020 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Meet all 26 members of the Detroit Tigersโ roster -- surprises, spring stats, predicting roles
Spring training stats: .268/.333/.415 (.748 OPS), 1 HR, 3 2B, 4 BB, 9 SO in 18 games. Spring training stats: .225/.250/.400 (.650 OPS), 2 HR, 1 2B, 1 BB, 11 SO in 16 games. Spring training stats: .179/.281/.250 (.531 OPS), 0 HR, 2 2B, 4 BB, 8 SO in 11 games. Spring training stats: .341/.388/.432 (.820 OPS), 0 HR, 2 2B, 3 BB, 6 SO in 18 games. Spring training stats: .319/.360/.596 (.956 OPS), 3 HR, 2 2B, 1 BB, 8 SO in 19 games.
Detroit Tigers reportedly sign starting pitcher Julio Teheran to minor league deal
DETROIT โ The Detroit Tigers have signed veteran starting pitcher Julio Teheran to a minor league deal with an invite to spring training, according to multiple reports. Teheran opted for an NRI deal with the Tigers over a guaranteed deal elsewhere because he got a base of $3M plus $1M in games started incentives. The guaranteed deal was a low base with minimal upside. Teheran is banking on his ability to make the team out of spring training and stick in the rotation. Detroitโs pitchers and catchers reported to spring training in Lakeland earlier this week as they look forward to their first season under manager A.J.
Pressure can be a concern with baseball's top prospects
AJ Hinch's success as Detroit's manager may ultimately hinge on the performance of a few highly regarded prospects. Detroit has five of the game's top 25 prospects, according to MLB Pipeline. Right-hander Casey Mize, the top pick in the 2018 draft, made his big league debut last year and went 0-3 with a 6.99 ERA in seven starts. (AP Photo/Jim Mone, File)AJ Hinch's success as Detroit's manager may ultimately hinge on the performance of a few highly regarded prospects. It's a little easier to avoid those expectations when a prospect is younger and isn't likely to make the big league roster yet.
Opening Day: Detroit Tigers will open season April 1 vs. Indians at Comerica Park
Manager A.J. Hinch at his Detroit Tigers introductory press conference on Oct. 30, 2020. DETROIT โ The Detroit Tigers will open the 2021 season with a home game against the Cleveland Indians on April 1, MLB announced. Hinch was hired to replace Ron Gardenhire as manager, and the team has made a handful of free agent signings. On Wednesday, the team added some depth by agreeing to minor league deals with Renato Nunez and Greg Garcia.
5 possible Detroit Tigers starting lineups that include 3 new free agent signings
DETROIT โ The Detroit Tigers made a trio of free agent signings over the last month to fill holes in the everyday lineup, but there are still many questions about the starting nine. Cron at first base, Schoop at second base, Jeimer Candelario at third base and Niko Goodrum at shortstop. AdOf his 50 games started last season, Reyes hit leadoff in 34 of them. Isaac Paredes #19 of the Detroit Tigers bats during the Detroit Tigers Summer Workouts at Comerica Park on July 18, 2020 in Detroit, Michigan. Whether that means heโll get chances at first base, third base or elsewhere remains to be seen.
Detroit Tigers sign steady veteran outfielder Robbie Grossman to 2-year deal
Robbie Grossman #8 of the Oakland Athletics hits a home run against the Seattle Mariners in the first inning of their second game of a double header at RingCentral Coliseum on September 26, 2020 in Oakland, California. DETROIT โ The Detroit Tigers have signed veteran free agent outfielder Robbie Grossman to a two-year deal, according to reports. Grossman spent the last two seasons with the Oakland Athletics after three years each with the Houston Astros and Minnesota Twins. Robbie Grossmanโs 2-year, $10 million deal with the #Tigers is the largest by a free-agent outfielder in this painfully slow winter. Another night of Detroit sports: Tigers prospect, Pistons top draft pick both injuredGrossman has a career .730 OPS across 2,362 at-bats.
6 new free agents Detroit Tigers should target following non-tender deadline
DETROIT โ Thereโs a new batch of free agents this week after the non-tender deadline, and several of those players would be smart additions for the Detroit Tigers. If the Tigers are aggressive in free agency this offseason, they could find some bargains. Due to the financial losses teams experienced due to the shortened 2020 season and the COVID-19 pandemic, free agents might come at a bit of a discount ahead of 2021. READ: Detroit Tigers hire University of Michiganโs Chris Fetter as new pitching coachIn MLBโs last full season, Schwarber hit 38 home runs and 29 doubles while drawing 70 walks. Now 26, Dahl is coming off a dreadful 2020 season -- if you can even call it a season.
Detroit Tigers tender contracts to 9 players, bringing them back for 2021 season
DETROIT โ The Detroit Tigers tendered contracts to all nine of their arbitration-eligible players Wednesday, meaning they will all return for the 2021 season. READ: Detroit Tigers hire University of Michiganโs Chris Fetter as new pitching coachBy tendering contracts to these players, the Tigers will now negotiate salaries for the 2021 season. Last season, the Tigers won an arbitration hearing with Fulmer, who filed for $3.4 million but ultimately earned $2.8 million for the season. Detroit Tigers pitcher Michael Fulmer throws during an intrasquad baseball game, Wednesday, July 8, 2020, in Detroit. Jeimer Candelario #46 of the Detroit Tigers bats against the Chicago Cubs at Comerica Park on August 26, 2020 in Detroit, Michigan.
Luhnow files $22M breach of contract lawsuit against Astros
Former Houston Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow has filed a breach of contract lawsuit against the team, seeking more than $22 million in salary owed under his deal when he was fired in January. Luhnow and manager AJ Hinch were suspended for the season last Jan. 13 by Manfred and fired by the Astros later that day. The team was fined $5 million and stripped of its first- and second-round draft picks in both 2020 and 2021. The contract called for disputes to go to an arbitration with Manfred or his designee, but Luhnow asked that to be set aside because of Manfredโs involvement. The lawyers say Hinch later told Manfred he failed to disclose to Luhnow the use of electronic equipment.
Detroit Tigers hire University of Michiganโs Chris Fetter as new pitching coach
DETROIT โ The Detroit Tigers have hired Chris Fetter, a โrising starโ in the baseball coaching industry from the University of Michigan, to become their new pitching coach. Fetter replaces Rick Anderson, who was the pitching coach under Ron Gardenhire for a season and a half. The Detroit Tigers today announced Chris Fetter has been named the clubโs Major League Pitching Coach. #DetroitRoots pic.twitter.com/afOKZfXnOw โ Detroit Tigers (@tigers) November 6, 2020โWeโre particularly excited for Chrisโs transition to professional baseball," Tigers general manager Al Avila said. He was the top choice among a number of high-level executives in the #WhiteSox front office for their pitching coach job.
Detroit Tigers prioritize winning with AJ Hinch, whoโs been in almost this exact same spot before
Hinch took over the Houston Astros, they were one year removed from three straight 100-loss seasons and hadnโt been to the playoffs in a long, long time. Tigers similaritiesItโs almost stunning how much the current Tigers mirror the situation Hinch inherited in Houston. 3 overall pickThe only recent top draft pick for the Astros who debuted before Hinch arrived was Springer in 2014. Right before Hinch got to Houston, the team took a noticeable step forward by going 70-92 in 2014. Theyโve also turned those struggles into high draft picks and now have money to spend.
Fresh off suspension, Hinch takes over as Tigers manager
FILE - In this Oct. 15, 2019, file photo, Houston Astros manager AJ Hinch (14) reaches for a ball before Game 3 of baseball's American League Championship Series against the New York Yankees in New York. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)DETROIT โ As he waited out his suspension this year, AJ Hinch knew he wanted to return to baseball. It was Detroit general manager Al Avila, telling Hinch to get on a plane. In January, Major League Baseball suspended Hinch and Astros GM Jeff Luhnow for the season and the Astros immediately fired both. Hinch is 570-452 as a major league manager.
Detroit Tigers hire former Houston Astros manager A.J. Hinch to same position
DETROIT โ The Detroit Tigers have hired former Houston Astros manager A.J. The Detroit Tigers today named A.J. pic.twitter.com/AHALJU1wGw โ Detroit Tigers (@tigers) October 30, 2020โIโd like to thank Chris Ilitch and Al Avila for giving me a chance and the opportunity to get back in the dugout to lead this historic ball club,โ Hinch said. When Hinch took over in Houston, the Astros were in a very similar situation to the current Tigers. is the best man for this job as we strive to bring a World Series Championship back to the city of Detroit.โRebuild nearing end?
LEADING OFF: Rays thwart Yankees, seek revenge vs Astros
Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow celebrates after Game 5 of the baseball team's AL Division Series against the New York Yankees, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, in San Diego. Tampa Bay won 2-1 to advance to the AL Championship Series. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)A look at what's happening around the majors Saturday:___REVENGE RAYSThe Tampa Bay Rays have more revenge in mind heading to the AL Championship Series. FINAL PREPARATIONSBaseball's postseason gets a full day off from games before the AL Championship Series opens Sunday. Tickets are already sold out for the opener of the neutral-site NL Championship Series between the Braves and Dodgers, although plenty are available on the secondary market.
LEADING OFF: Marlins, Pads advance, all Division Series set
San Diego Padres pose for a photo after defeating the St. Louis Cardinals 4-0 in Game 3 of a National League wild-card baseball series Friday, Oct. 2, 2020, in San Diego. First-year San Diego manager Jayce Tingler used nine pitchers, the most employed in a nine-inning shutout in any big league game since 1901. Next up is the Division Series, and all four matchups are intradivision -- AL West vs. NL West and AL East vs. NL East. New York hasnโt visited the San Diego ballpark since 2016. Detroit general manager Al Avila says the team isnโt ruling out the possibility of hiring Hinch or Cora for its managerial vacancy.
'It's over now' - Astros eager to put scandal behind them
HOUSTON The Houston Astros spent the offseason reeling from a sign-stealing scandal that cost manager AJ Hinch and general manager Jeff Luhnow their jobs. The change didnt stop the Astros from being the villains of baseball this spring. The Astros are preparing for the possibility of being without designated hitter Yordan Alvarez for the start of the season and potentially longer. The Astros are counting on McCullers to have a big season in his return after missing last season following Tommy John surgery. Tucker, who can play outfield and first base, has appeared in just 50 MLB games over the past two seasons.