Former Tiger Wilson Betemit Suspended 50 Games For Banned Amphetamine
The commissioner's office said Monday his suspension will start when he signs with another major league organization.
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The commissioner's office said Monday his suspension will start when he signs with another major league organization.
Bergman spent nine seasons with the Tigers, his first coming in 1984 when he helped the team to a World Series victory.
In the day and age where you can ask your favorite athlete to go to prom with you and get 10,000 retweets in a heartbeat, it makes this story that much more depressing for the Houston Astros.
The White Sox were looking to add versatility to their lineup, so they decided to bring back infielder Gordon Beckham after trading him last season.
The New York Yankees are thinking about not making a $6 million payment to Alex Rodriguez if he hits six home runs and ties Willie Mays at 660 for fourth place on the career list.
Who doesn't love a half-court shot? I know I love them.
"I like our ball club," Dombrowski said, "and if we can get there, I like our chances."
Nathan said the work he has done so far this offseason has gone well, from building confidence in his new arm angle to refining pitches.
"I think the game is doing well," Verlander said, "and you see that reflected in player salaries and also what the owners are taking in."
Price names Martinez, not Cabrera, as the most difficult batter he has had to face.
"We're going to miss those guys and those personalities," Ausmus said, "but I'm not worried about there being a problem in the clubhouse."
The Detroit Tigers visited with fans, answered questions and even posed for selfies during Thursday's Kids Club Rally at Sterling Heights High School.
"I feel better than I have in three or four years," Verlander said. "I'm genuinely excited."
Price would consider a contract extension with Detroit, but free agency does hold a strong appeal - and not just because of the money.
Scherzer's deal counts as $28,689,376 annually for purposes of baseball's luxury tax.
In his introductory press conference, Scherzer acknowledged even he was staggered by the amount of the deal.
At the All-Star Break, Tatar is one of 10 players in the league who have reached the 20-goal mark.
The deal is a Minor League contract including an invitation to Spring Training. Kelly spent six out of his seven Major League years with the Tigers, batting .234 with 23 home runs.
Scherzer turned down an offer from Detroit last March that would have paid him $144 million from 2015-20.
With the completion of the deals, right-handed relief pitcher Al Alburquerque remains the only arbitration-eligible player the Tigers have yet to settle with.
No one knows how long Shields can pitch the way he has the past four years, but his track record and Detroit's need make him worth a look.
Dombrowski said the Tigers are not actively pursuing Max Scherzer, but they may be going after the second-best starter on the market.
Price won the Cy Young in 2012, has a career ERA of 3.21 and becomes a free agent following the 2015 season.
After Cabrera posted the picture, Rand confirmed Cabrera has been cleared to leave the walking boot in the dust.
Major League Baseball will use a pitch clock this season in Class Triple-A and Double-A games.
Retired Detroit Lions offensive tackle Dan Skipper is returning to the team, but not in uniform. Instead, he'll be on the sidelines as part of the coaching staff, sources told CBS News Detroit.
Stellantis is telling owners of the affected vehicles not to drive them until a potentially dangerous air bag is replaced. See which models are affected.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
Distracted driving has been cited as the cause after two Highland Park patrol cars crashed at an intersection.
Wednesday was the first Michigan student count day where new rules prohibited financial incentives for students who attend class on the designated days.
The owner of the Ambassador Bridge met with U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick hours before President Trump threatened to block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, the New York Times reported.
Isaiah Stewart of the Detroit Pistons has been suspended for seven games in the aftermath of an altercation that erupted during Monday night's game.
Wednesday was the first Michigan student count day where new rules prohibited financial incentives for students who attend class on the designated days.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Ontario Premier Doug Ford say they expect the bridge to still open on time.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
For the first time, a major U.S. automaker is putting a team up against the European giants of Formula One. Can Cadillac be a contender?
The 31-year-old Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny took the stage on Sunday dressed in all white, donning a jersey with his last name, Ocasio, and the number 64.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Stellantis is telling owners of the affected vehicles not to drive them until a potentially dangerous air bag is replaced. See which models are affected.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
Surprise burst in hiring across the U.S. last month shows the labor market remains on solid ground.
The House is set to vote Wednesday on the SAVE America Act, which would implement strict new requirements for registering to vote and casting ballots.
The owner of the Ambassador Bridge met with U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick hours before President Trump threatened to block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, the New York Times reported.
Officials announced eligibility for mothers and babies in the city of Detroit.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
Legionella testing at Oakland County government facilities has detected the bacteria in the water systems of two additional buildings.
When the temperatures plummet, and the snow starts piling up, most of us have the same instinct: retreat indoors, crank up the heat, and get cozy.
Retired Detroit Lions offensive tackle Dan Skipper is returning to the team, but not in uniform. Instead, he'll be on the sidelines as part of the coaching staff, sources told CBS News Detroit.
Isaiah Stewart of the Detroit Pistons has been suspended for seven games in the aftermath of an altercation that erupted during Monday night's game.
Two days after the confetti fell on Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, one Detroit native is still processing the weekend of a lifetime.
The GameAbove Sports Bowl, which is hosted annually by Ford Field, will be canceled ahead of the 2026 season, the venue announced on Tuesday.
The Detroit Tigers announced Tuesday that they signed Justin Verlander, a 42-year-old free agent, to a one-year, $13 million deal.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
Huntington Place CEO Bryan Crowe and his team have been preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Detroit Auto Show this week.
Retired Detroit Lions offensive tackle Dan Skipper is returning to the team, but not in uniform. Instead, he'll be on the sidelines as part of the coaching staff, sources told CBS News Detroit's Rachel Hopymayer.
James Van Der Beek, star of "Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues," has died at age 48, according to his publicist and a post from his wife on social media. Van Der Beek announced in November 2024 that he had been diagnosed with colorectal cancer. His cause of death was not shared.
A Macomb County man has pleaded no contest to charges resulting from a shooting last March in a Michigan hospital's parking garage.
An 11-year-old boy tragically passed away after being hit by a car while crossing the street in Taylor on Tuesday afternoon, according to police.
Tonoya Robinson relates how she heard emergency sirens nearby, and then learned the first responders were called because her son had been struck by a vehicle. The 11-year-old later died at an area hospital.