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Reese Olson out for the 2026 season after shoulder surgery
Alright, this we did see coming. After two years of shoulder trouble, and seven months removed from his last start, it was clear that if Reese Olson was still having issues, it was probalby time for surgical intervention. The right-hander went on the injured list back in mid-July, so he’d had almost seven months of […]
Tigers sign veteran OF Austin Slater to a minor league deal
Things sure have gotten wild in Detroit over the past week. From Framber Valdez, to the Skubal arbitration battle, to adding Tigers legend Justin Verlander back to the roster, we haven’t seen a busier stretch in the Scott Harris era. Right after the Verlander deal was announced, another minor bit of news followed as the […]
Detroit Tigers in agreement with Justin Verlander on a one-year deal
Holy freaking cow, folks. JV is coming home. Eight and a half years since the Detroit Tigers traded franchise legend Justin Verlander to the Houston Astros on August 31, 2017, the three-time Cy Young award winner returns to the Tigers on a one-year deal. We absolutely did not see this coming. First reaction is that […]
The Tigers center field depth will be under scrutiny this spring
The Detroit Tigers infield isn’t exactly a juggernaut, but while the shortstop position looks like an ongoing weakness that won’t be resolved unless Kevin McGonigle proves he can play serviceable defense there, the Tigers have a credible enough duo in Javier Báez and Zach McKinstry to hold down the fort until the promised one arrives. […]
Tigers Topics: Which player will you be rooting for most this spring?
While we’re a SABER based site that tries to keep a cool head, every baseball fan has their favorites. Whether due to personality, background, or skill set, some players just naturally appeal to you. In other cases, team needs push additional hope onto a player of still questionable ability. All these factors can play a […]
Guide to the Detroit Tigers non-roster invitee pitchers
The Detroit Tigers will see pitchers and catchers reporting on Wednesday this week, with the first full squad workout set for Sunday, February 15. Currently, the club has 15 pitchers slated to participate who lack a 40-man roster spot and no longer have prospect eligibility. The group is a mix of veteran arms and former […]
Rebuilding plate discipline is key for Kerry Carpenter in 2026
As we close in on the opening of spring camp with pitchers and catchers due to report on Wednesday, pitching has rightly been the focus in recent weeks. Framber Valdez and Tarik Skubal have kept that group firmly in the spotlight. The position players won’t have to report for a few extra days on February […]
Tigers Topics: How much do you love A.J. Hinch as manager?
The Super Bowl is over, and you know what this means. It is now officially baseball season! Alright, maybe it’s unofficial until pitchers and catchers report on Wednesday, but we’re close. The weather in ol’ Michigan may even take a turn for the better this week. We could use a break, winter. Let’s talk about […]
Tigers Topics: What statue should be next in Comerica Park?
The passing of Detroit Tigers great and legend of ‘68, Mickey Lolich, brought this question to mind. Comerica Park already has a pretty cool group of statues beyond the left center field wall on the concourse. Ty Cobb, Charlie Gehringer, Hank Greenberg, Willie Horton, Al Kaline, and Hal Newhouser are already represented in stainless steel […]
Tigers Topics: What small move would you like the club to make prior to Opening Day?
Presumably, the Detroit Tigers 2026 roster is pretty well set at this point. It’s really hard to expect any more major moves after the addition of Framber Valdez, while that and Tarik Skubal’s victory in arbitration has likely maxxed out their payroll for the season. Still, rosters always end up getting tweaked a little bit […]
BYB 2026 Tigers prospect reports #33: RHP Hayden Minton
If you’re following along with our prospect rankings and reports, you’ve noticed several themes developing. One low key trend that’s less obvious is the Tigers success with inexpensive college pitchers from smaller schools. While the Detroit Tigers have focused their bonus pools at the top of the draft and then on prep talent later on, […]
Tigers Topics: How has the Framber Valdez deal altered your outlook on the club’s future beyond 2026?
Well it’s certainly been an eventful few days in Tigertown. After a fairly shocking signing of top free agent starter Framber Valdez to a three-year, $115 million deal on Wednesday, Tarik Skubal won his arbitration battle and set a new standard for elite third year arbitration eligible players by securing a $32 million contract for […]
MLB News: Tarik Skubal arbitration, Framber Valdez, Mickey Lolich, World Baseball Classic
It has been a very big week for the Tigers, indeed, or at least a very big week for the checkbooks in the front office. First the Tigers announced their deal with leftie Framber Valdez, one that proved the team was not afraid to shell out a decent chunk of change for a talented left-handed […]
Tarik Skubal wins arbitration case, will earn $32 million in 2026
The long wait is finally over! According to sources close to ESPN, Detroit Tigers ace hurler Tarik Skubal won his salary arbitration case on Thursday, giving him a $13 million raise over the franchise’s proposed figures and setting the record for the largest salary ever awarded through arbitration at $32 million in 2026. That number […]
Framber Valdez should thrive with the Detroit Tigers
On Wednesday, the Detroit Tigers made the biggest addition of the Scott Harris era. After a pretty quiet offseason that drew a ton of frustration from the fanbase, they made one of the biggest moves of the offseason by signing left-handed free agent starter to a three year deal worth $115 million. Valdez will have […]
Tiger Topics: Who is your all-time favorite Tiger?
The Detroit Tigers family lost a legend on Wednesday with the death of 1968 World Series hero Mickey Lolich, who passed away at the age of 85. The departure of the all-time great leaves the fanbase in remembrance of a brilliant career that saw the southpaw throw 3,638 1/3 MLB innings, striking out 2,832 hitters […]
Tigers sign LHP Framber Valdez to a three year deal worth $115 million
Just when it looked like the offseason might be over, Scott Harris and Jeff Greenberg came through with a huge move that vastly upgrades the Detroit Tigers’ pitching staff, and gives them a strong second starter who can help lead the rotation beyond 2026. The Tigers inked long-time Houston Astros left-hander Framber Valdez to a […]
Detroit Tigers’ great Mickey Lolich passes at age 85
The Detroit Tigers have had some great pitchers in their long history, but few made their mark the way left-hander Mickey Lolich did. The hero of the 1968 World Series passed away at age 85 on Wednesday. Lolich was the ultimate combination of workhorse and ace. He pitched 16 seasons, covering 3638 1/3 innings with […]
Tigers release full roster for major league spring camp
Folks, we’re almost there. Winter still has us in its icy grip here in the north, but a week from today, pitchers and catchers will be reporting to Lakeland. The anticipation of spring training is often followed by a minor letdown as March’s interminably long slate of Grapefruit League games grind by and the desire […]
Tigers Topics: Which Tiger do you think will break out this season?
The Detroit Tigers aren’t entirely running it back for 2026, but aside from adding Kenley Jansen, Kyle Finnegan, and Drew Anderson, we’re heading toward an Opening Day roster that is little changed form the 2025 edition. There are reasons for optimism based on the club’s run as one of the top 3 teams in baseball […]
Tigers Topics: Do you want a Detroit regional sports network or not?
Sports Business Journal reported on Monday afternoon that the Detroit Tigers, along with nine other major league teams, have cut ties with Main Street Sports, the parent company of FanDuel Sports Network. Of those nine, the Atlanta Braves are currently the only club planning to start their own regional sports network (RSN). Tom Friend of […]
Tony Cappuccilli moves to Double-A Erie as Tigers announce 2026 minor league staffs
After claiming the Detroit Tigers first Midwest League title since 2015 as manager of the High-A West Michigan Whitecaps, Tony Cappuccilli is moving on up. The Tigers parted ways with long-time minor league coach and manager, Andrew Graham, following the 2025 season. Cappuccilli will take over the Double-A Erie SeaWolves from Graham in 2026. The […]
Tarik Skubal’s arbitration hearing set for Wednesday
Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic Detroit had the scoop on Monday morning. The arbitration hearing between Detroit Tigers’ ace, Tarik Skubal, and the club will take place on Wednesday, February 4. The arbitration panel will have 24 hours to rule in favor on one party or the other. The Tigers filed for a one-year contract […]
MLB News: Eugenio Suarez, Riley Greene, World Baseball Classic, Shohei Ohtani, Padres sale
Happy Monday, everyone! We’re getting ever closer to pitchers and catchers reporting, and we’re officially in the same month as Spring Training, so the offseason is almost over, and hot stove season is winding down. In fact, the few remaining players still looking for a team are almost entirely starting pitchers, so we could still […]
Tigers Topics: Which Tigers starter do you have the most confidence in after Tarik Skubal?
Picking the best starter on the Detroit Tigers roster is easy. There’s a cliff looming beyond the 2026 season when Tarik Skubal will presumably be gone to greener pastures, but for one more season the Tigers have their ace leading the way. Beyond him the question is a lot tougher. Reese Olson continues to post […]
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