Detroit Tigers Analysis
Here's our take on the day's news
Spencer Torkelson looks to broaden his game after his 2023 breakout
The Tigers first baseman finally started mashing as expected in 2023. Now it’s time to clean up a few nagging weaknesses.
2024 Tigers season preview: Riley Greene aims to lift his game to the next level
Riley is a budding superstar but he will need to put it all together if he wants to live up to the hype.
2024 Player preview: Kerry Carpenter looks to build on a strong debut
The outfielder’s first full season in the bigs was a success. Now he looks to refine his game to take the next step.
2024 Player Preview: Parker Meadows looks ready to seize the leadoff spot
Excellent speed and defense will keep him in Detroit for a long time, but will his bat will keep him atop the lineup?
Mark Canha should stabilize the Tigers offense in 2024
Canha’s strong, disciplined approach is a model of consistency for the club’s younger hitters.
Ryan Kreidler and the push for the Tigers’ final roster spots
The situation is complicated by various players’ options status and a lot of solid spring performances.
Breaking down the battle for the Tigers final bullpen spots
With only a few outings left with which to impress, the competition for the bullpen is coming down to the wire.
Reese Olson stakes his claim in the Tigers starting rotation
The right-hander had a very solid MLB debut in 2023, and he looks ready to back it up with another good season.
Tyler Holton looks to build on his outstanding Tigers debut
The Tigers claimed Holton off waivers last March, and things couldn’t have gone any better. Can he repeat his 2023 dominance?
JD Martinez, Justyn-Henry Malloy, and the search for more offense
It’s natural to turn to an unattached old flame, but the Tigers have reasons to look ahead instead.
Drew Anderson is earning a rare second chance at a big league career
After two years overseas, the right-hander hopes for a second act with the Tigers.
Scouting the Statcast line in spring camp
As usual, we aren’t getting as many broadcasts as we’d like in spring training, but we can look at what Statcast is telling us.
Colt Keith’s contract is more likely a rarity than a trend for the Tigers
The deal answers some questions about the 2024 active roster, but the contract’s concept isn’t as applicable to other young Tigers.
Signing JD Martinez could be fun but the Tigers seem about done this offseason
The Tigers don’t seem very likely to do anything big until the current 2024 roster has shown its stuff.
Breaking down the Tigers offensive projections for 2024
Despite a lackluster offseason so far the Tigers offense might be good enough next year
Andrew Chafin could boost the Tigers bullpen into a top ten unit
Projections don’t love Chafin’s 2023 numbers, but there are plenty of reasons to believe a bounceback season is likely.
The strength of the 2023 Rule 5 Draft is starting pitching
The Tigers have the opportunity to add a pitcher who suits their developmental strengths in next month’s draft.
Sifting the middle tier options to shore up the Detroit Tigers’ rotation
We’d be surprised if the Tigers landed a top free agent arm, so let’s sift their other options for finding an above average starter in free agency.
Replacing Eduardo Rodriguez: Let’s consider the top free agent starters
There are several options available capable of replacing or upgrading from Rodriguez. The Tigers are going to need one to give themselves a realistic shot in 2024.
Sawyer Gipson-Long commands attention after two fine starts
Another excellent outing over the weekend has fans wondering if the Tigers have a future rotation piece in the 25-year-old right-hander.
Spencer Torkelson is pulling his way to success
The second year first baseman has room to improve, but his more pull heavy approach has him primed to be a long-term force in the Tigers’ lineup.
Kerry Carpenter looks like the big break the Tigers needed
Carpenter’s ongoing Cinderella story has the Tigers in much better position to break out of rebuilding mode.
Tigers claim Andrew Vasquez and Isan Díaz off waivers
The Tigers snagged two players off waivers in post-trade deadline roster fallout.
Dynamite reliever Jason Foley might be available. What could the Tigers get in return?
While we’d miss his filthy two-seamer and gorgeous mustache, Detroit could get a nice hitter in exchange.
Jose Cisnero is rolling again after a rocky 2022
One of the longest tenured Tigers is having a really good bounceback year just in time for the trading season.
Are Tigers pitchers injured an unusual amount?
If you’re a pitcher and you’ve worn the Olde English D lately, chances are you’ve been injured. But are the Tigers’ experiences out of line with those of other teams?
Jason Foley is developing into a top reliever
The right-hander’s unique but simple approach has made him one of the more valuable relievers in the game over the past two seasons.
Eric Haase needs a big second half
What’s gone wrong with the hometown slugger this season?
Reese Olson to the main stage
Here’s an updated scouting report on the 23-year-old right-hander as he makes his major league debut on Friday.
The Tigers’ path to building a contender still runs through their young pitchers
Injuries have delayed their progress, but the future of the Tigers’ young arms remains a key component.
The long and short of Zack Short
His diminutive career provides a little insight into his current role and the Tiger’s master plan.
Scott Harris brings pinch of the Giants’ offense to Detroit
The San Francisco Giants have been the most aggressive and successful pinch-hitting team in the game the past two seasons.
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