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Like so much of the Detroit Tigers’ 2026 season, Framber Valdez hasn’t exactly worked out as planned. Signed to a backloaded 3 year, $115M deal with an opt out after 2027, Valdez was supposed to stabilize a rotation that had Reese Olson injured and Jack Flaherty a total wildcard coming into the season. More importantly, […]
Suddenly, being a Detroit Tigers fan is fun again! Who knows how long it will last, but the Olde English D is coming off a three-game sweep of the best team in the American League, the Tampa Bay Rays — at Tropicana Field, no less. AJ Hinch and Co. look to keep things rolling back […]
San Diego Padres GM A.J. Preller is known for his unfettered aggression in trades. If he can pry Tarik Skubal away from the Detroit Tigers at the deadline, watch out.
While there’s no guarantee that the Tigers will trade ace Tarik Skubal, they would be wise to entertain offers for him heading into the trade deadline. Set to become a free agent in 2027 with a potential lockout on the horizon, Skubal is a tantalizing trade chip — despite an injury* — thanks to Detroit […]
The Detroit Tigers remain one of the more interesting teams in deadline conversations, and Tarik Skubal is not the only name drawing attention. If Detroit moves toward selling, several veterans could shape the market beyond its ace. Skubal still headlines Tigers trade rumors because of his status near the top of the rotation. However, Detroit’s […] The post Tigers rumors: The players besides Tarik Skubal on trade block appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The New York Yankees are reportedly expected to at least kick the tires on a potential deal for Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal prior to the MLB trade deadline.
The Yankees took a disappointing loss on Wednesday, with Gerrit Cole allowing a trio of homers to the Guardians in the 5-4 defeat in the Bronx. Although the Bombers had their moments on offense, including bringing the deficit to one in the ninth, it was not enough to match Cleveland. Despite the loss, there was […]
The 2018 MLB draft was headlined by right-hander Casey Mize, but it was another Detroit Tigers selection who has developed into arguably the best pitcher in baseball as Tarik Skubal was a ninth-round pick.
While the Detroit Tigers suffered through one of their worst months in recent memory in May, the good news is that they’ve made a fresh start in June with three straight victories in the form of a series sweep over the American League East-leading Tampa Bay Rays.While there is still plenty of work ahead if […] The post Latest Tigers Move Signals Potential Major Justin Verlander News appeared first on HEAVY .
It was not a good Wednesday for former Detroit Tigers first-round pick Nick Castellanos, who was already let go from the Philadelphia Phillies close to the start of spring training; he still had year and $20 million remaining on the original five-year contract that he signed with the organization.But after several months with the San […] The post Former Detroit Tiger Nick Castellanos Gets Brutal News appeared first on HEAVY .
The Detroit Tigers needed something to change Wednesday, and their first sweep in seven weeks delivered a jolt. Detroit finished a stunning road series vs. the Tampa Bay Rays with a 7-2 win at Tropicana Field, completing a three-game sweep of the team with the American League’s best record. The series came after a difficult […] The post Tigers accomplish feat for first time in 7 weeks that will catch Tarik Skubal’s attention appeared first on ClutchPoints .
It’s been a rough go of it for the Detroit Tigers since ace pitcher Tarik Skubal underwent a surgical procedure – especially in the month of May, when they only won six of 28 games, falling to last place in the American League Central Division standings. However, the month of June has been a different […] The post Tigers Pull Off Feat They Hadn’t Achieved in 49 Days appeared first on HEAVY .
The trade rumor buzz is growing louder with Tarik Skubal and the Detroit Tigers with each passing day. It may have reached an all-time high on Wednesday after one insider urged the organization to at least consider looking at what offers may come its way. During a guest appearance on “Foul Territory,” MLB insider Jim […] The post Insider sends urgent Tarik Skubal trade message to Tigers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Tigers did the seemingly impossible on Wednesday afternoon as they wrapped up their series against the American League’s top team with a sweep, winning 7-2. I’d be very curious to know if someone in the Tigers’ front office has promised their firstborn child to an Etsy witch, or something, because I don’t know who […]
After so much time spent winning to start the season, defying expectations and climbing to the top of the American League, it’s safe to say no one had “lose a whole series to the worst team in the league” on their June bingo card. Yet the Rays have struggled consistently against the Tigers in this […]
Detroit Tigers (25-38) vs. Tampa Bay Rays (36-22) Time/Place: 1:10 p.m., Tropicana FieldSB Nation Site: DRaysBayMedia: Detroit SportsNet, MLB.TV, Tigers Radio NetworkPitching Matchup: RHP Troy Melton (1-0, 1.42 ERA) vs. RHP Nick Martinez (5-1, 1.62 ERA) Lineups TIGERS RAYS Gleyber Torres – 2B Chandler Simpson – LF Kevin McGonigle – SS Junior Caminero – 3B Dillon Dingler – DH Jonathan Aranda – […]
Veteran pitcher Justin Verlander has been on the 60-day IL since early April due to left hip inflammation. He is nearing a return to action after looking solid in his last rehab assignment, and it appears the Detroit Tigers are making some changes with the pitching group in preparation for his return. Reports indicate that […] The post Justin Verlander’s ‘most likely’ status after latest Tigers pitching move appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal is currently recovering from an elbow injury. Meanwhile, Skubal is dealing with trade rumors as well. With the Tigers struggling overall and Skubal set to enter free agency after the season, the chances of the two-time Cy Young winner being traded are seemingly increasing. In fact, MLB insider Jon […] The post MLB rumors: Tigers making Tarik Skubal trade gets ‘90%’ update from insider appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Detroit Tigers are gearing up for the final matchup of their three-game series against the Tampa Bay Rays, scheduled for 1:10 p.m. ET on Wednesday, June 3. With just one game left of the set, the franchise has decided to make a pitching decision that impacts their starting rotation. According to Detroit sportswriter Chris […] The post Tigers Make Urgent Pitching Decision Ahead of Rays Game appeared first on HEAVY .
Happy Wednesday everyone, and it is indeed a happy day because the Tigers have won two games in a row, Jack Flaherty had a shutout, and no matter what happens today, they have won their series against the Rays. It feels good to be watching fun baseball again! Of course, this only muddies the water […]
After getting Monday off on their way back from the west coast, the Yankees returned to action Tuesday night, opening a series against the Guardians. And, well…it could have gone better. For one, Aaron Judge was out of the lineup, as he apparently is dealing with a bone bruise, which flared up over the weekend […]
Don’t look now, but the Detroit Tigers are undefeated in June after their 8-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field on Tuesday night. Sure, the month is only two days old, but the Motor City Kitties have already scored as many runs (18) over the past pair of games as they did […]
On Tuesday night, the Detroit Tigers played the Tampa Bay Rays in Florida.The Tigers won by a score of 8-0.Also on Tuesday, Justin Verlander made a rehab start with their Triple-A affiliate (the Toledo Mud Hens).He went 5.0 innings, allowing four hits and no runs (with three strikeouts). Verlander highlights anyone?? pic.twitter.com/0ZlsTXHQU7 — Toledo Mud […] The post MLB World Reacts To Justin Verlander’s Performance In Tigers Minor League Game appeared first on HEAVY .
The Tigers are on a roll with a 8-0 victory over the Rays on Tuesday night. It’s unclear what has gotten into the Tigers, but I’m not mad at it, and I don’t think any of their fans are either. While the Tigers did cut it very close in Monday night’s game against the Rays, […]
I think it’s safe to say most Rays fans took one look at the Detroit Tigers current record for the season and their brutal slump since losing their ace Tarik Skubal, and thought this was going to be an easy series. However, recent history has proven that series that should be easy wins have been […]