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MLB owners impose lockout- now what happens?
Here’s where the owners and players stand as CBA talks drag on
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Monday Tigers links: Golden Days committee elects four to the Hall of Fame.
The Golden Days committee selects players from the 1950-1969 era.
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Podcast: Javy brings the magic, MLB brings the pain
The editorial staff of Bless You Boys talks baseball from a Tigers’ perspective.
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Get your Motor City Mago shirt now from BreakingT
Just in time for the holidays!
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For better and for worse, Javier Báez is a Tiger
The next shortstop of the Detroit Tigers is one of the most electric, frustrating, and exceptionally talented players in all of baseball.
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Tigers sign Javier Báez to 6-year contract, per report
Javy Báez is both fun and frustrating, but he would provide a big upgrade for the Tigers at the shortstop position.
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The Latest
Tigers sign veteran reliever Jacob Barnes to a minor league deal
Ok, we really like this as a thoughtful piece of depth-building.
BYB Roundtable: Reactions to the Javier Báez signing
Let’s say we’re cautiously more or less ok, but not thrilled with this either.
Examining the 2022 lineup with the addition of Javier Báez
Bringing up a couple top prospects, this offense could actually do some damage.
POLL: What do you think of the Javier Báez signing?
Báez and the Tigers agreed on a six-year contract early Tuesday morning, according to reports.
Detroit Tigers links: Free agents versus the lockout
A flurry of signings, including a truly wild deal for Marcus Semien, has us set for a wild couple of days as the impending lockout nears.
Tigers expected to non-tender Matthew Boyd
Popular Tigers’ pitcher to become a free agent
How to get a spot on the Bless You Boys staff
Ever want to be on staff at BYB? This is what we need from you.
Tigers among several teams interested in Robbie Ray, per report
The hot stove is raging with the likely lockout squeezing the timeline.
MLB players’ association clarifies CBA objectives and implications of a lockout
Players and owners agree to advance the tender deadline to November 30
The 2022 Hall of Fame ballot adds 13 new contenders
Including one likely to stir up some voter controversy.
Tigers can afford to sign Carlos Correa
The process must play out, but cost should not be an obstacle
40-man moves: Niko Goodrum elects free agency
Nivaldo Rodriguez and Jacob Robson have cleared waivers and been outrighted to Toledo.
Links: No Verlander reunion this year
Sorry, friends, Santa Paws didn’t come through this time.
AJ Hinch and Carlos Correa had breakfast together in Houston
Yes the internet went nuts with speculation.
BYB Roundtable: Our staff reacts to the Eduardo Rodriguez deal
As you might imagine, spirits are high.
With roster cuts imminent, these Tigers could be on the bubble
With Rule 5 additions and non tenders looming, roster spots must be cleared for new players
How the Rule 5 draft works, and which players the Tigers might add to the roster
Short list of prospects need protection this season
Tigers make a statement with Eduardo Rodriguez
The five-year deal brings the 28-year-old lefty to Detroit over the same window as Casey Mize and Tarik Skubal
2021 free agent targets: SS Trevor Story
We’ve liked this idea all year, but the former Rockies shortstop is going to convince teams that his throwing arm is healthy.
Report: Tigers close to signing LHP Eduardo Rodriguez
The former Red Sox starter would be a strong addition to the rotation.
MLB owners propose WAR on arbitration system
Proposal would scrap arbitration in favor of a formula based on Fangraphs’ WAR
2022 MLB free agent targets: SS Corey Seager
The long-time Dodgers infielder may be the best hitter available, but his defense makes him an imperfect fit at SS.
2022 MLB free agent targets: RHP Jon Gray
Get the man out of Coors Field and you might unlock another level of production.
BYB Podcast 104: Trying to adapt to optimism about the Tigers
The Bless You Boys staff talks baseball from a Tigers’ perspective.
Justin Verlander’s showcase for teams went very well
The former Tigers ace held a showcase for teams on Monday. Could a reunion be on the horizon?
The Tigers should sign minor league outfielder Nick Plummer
This MiLB free agent is one of the best in recent memory.
2022 MLB free agent targets: SS Carlos Correa
The Astros have reportedly made Correa another offer, but if the numbers reported are accurate, it’s just for show.
Foreign substance enforcement didn’t bother the Tigers much in 2021
As MLB experiments with a pre-tacked baseball in the Arizona Fall League, the issue didn’t appear to affect the Tigers, with one exception.
14 free agent players receive “Qualifying offers”
Uncertain market may inspire some players to stay put
Jakob Junis is a low-cost match with the Tigers’ needs and coaching preferences
The former Kansas City Royal refused an assignment to Triple-A and is now able to sign with any of the 30 MLB teams.