Detroit Tigers win 8-2 over San Diego Padres on opening day

Kevin McGonigle got four hits in his auspicious major league debut during the Detroit Tigers' 8-2 victory over the San Diego Padres.

• Mar 26

Kevin McGonigle has 3 hits in first 3 at-bats in electric debut for Tigers

Kevin McGonigle wasted no time proving that the Detroit Tigers made the right call by putting him on their opening day roster.

• Mar 26

Detroit Tigers starting lineup for MLB Opening Day 2026 game announced

The Detroit Tigers open their 2026 season on Thursday, March 26, against the San Diego Padres in a three-game road series.

• Mar 26

Detroit Tigers play in MLB Opening Day 2026. Here's what to know.

Fresh off consecutive postseason appearances, the Detroit Tigers open their 2026 season with a six-game West Coast swing.

• Mar 26

Detroit Tigers announce 2026 Opening Day Roster. See who made the team

The Detroit Tigers have released their 2026 Opening Day roster ahead of their three-game series with the San Diego Padres.

• Mar 25

Tigers fans will find new merch, new menu items at Comerica Park for 2026

The Detroit Tigers are preparing to welcome fans back to Comerica Park for the 2026 Major League Baseball season

• Mar 25

Tarik Skubal rethinks World Baseball Classic plan after an emotional U.S. start

Tarik Skubal is thinking about pitching again for the United States in the World Baseball Classic after the Detroit Tigers ace had previously planned to make just one start.

• Mar 9

Tigers' Troy Melton expected to miss start of season due to inflammation

Detroit Tigers right-hander Troy Melton is not expected to be available for the start of the season due to inflammation in his right elbow.

• Feb 28

Justin Verlander says he knew he might someday come back to the Tigers

Justin Verlander's return to the Detroit Tigers is a testament to his own longevity and the team's increased relevance over the past couple of years.

• Feb 13

Detroit Tigers sign Justin Verlander to 1-year, $13 million deal

The Detroit Tigers announced Tuesday that they signed Justin Verlander, a 42-year-old free agent, to a one-year, $13 million deal.

• Feb 10

Tigers, Red Wings enter new broadcast deal with Major League Baseball

The Detroit Tigers announce that Major League Baseball will produce and distribute their local TV broadcasts this season.

• Feb 9

Tarik Skubal wins salary arbitration case, to be paid record $32 million

Tarik Skubal has won his salary arbitration hearing with the Detroit Tigers, and the two-time Cy Young Award winner will be paid a record $32 million this year instead of the team's $19 million offer.

• Feb 5

Mickey Lolich, Detroit Tigers great, 1968 World Series MVP, dies at 85

Mickey Lolich, a Detroit Tigers great and 1968 World Series MVP, has died, the Tigers organization confirmed.

• Feb 4

Skubal asks for record $32 million in arbitration while Tigers offer $19 million

Two-time AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal asked for a record $32 million in salary arbitration while the Detroit Tigers offered the left-hander $19 million.

• Jan 9

Detroit Tigers, closer Kenley Jansen finalize $11 million, 1-year contract

Closer Kenley Jansen and the Detroit Tigers have finalized an $11 million, one-year contract that includes a club option for 2026.

• Dec 17, 2025

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