Nearly 20 Former Tigers Filling Prominent Roles On Playoff Contenders
This isn't an across-the-board case of the Tigers misjudging talent, although a couple such incidents stand out.
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This isn't an across-the-board case of the Tigers misjudging talent, although a couple such incidents stand out.
Giancarlo Stanton's latest home run did some damage — to a television camera.
Hall of Famers Willie Mays, Lou Gehrig and Mike Schmidt did it. So did All-Star sluggers Josh Hamilton, Carlos Delgado and Gil Hodges.
He is 14-4 with a 3.38 ERA in 25 starts between Double-A Erie and Triple-A Toledo this year.
Asked what's 'new' with the Tigers, General Manager Al Avila said, "preparing for the future."
Sporting a wide smile and new cap -- Verlander embraces new home.
Cleveland has outscored Detroit 18-4 in the first three games of the series.
Buck Farmer (3-2) allowed five runs on three hits and three walks in three-plus innings.
"We're going to have him see Dr. James Andrews in about a week, and he won't start again until after that," manager Brad Ausmus said.
Down by one run, Miguel Cabrera lined out with the bases load in the bottom of the 9th to end the game.
Kinsler's contract includes a $10 million club option for next season. The Tigers could pick it up and keep him around or buy him out at the cost of $5 million.
A new reality is about to take hold for Tigers' fans.
Verlander knew the Cubs were pursuing him as well, and he preferred Chicago to Houston as the next stop in his career.
Fans are beside themselves.
After trading both Verlander and Upton the Tigers are now clearly moving forward with a rebuild.
ESPN baseball reporter Jerry Crasnick tweeted shortly after 9 p.m. on Thursday that a source confirmed Verlander will not be moved before midnight.
Long has pitched mostly at Double-A this season, where he has a 2.52 ERA and 1.13 WHIP over 23 starts.
The organization is done toeing the line between rebuilding and retooling on the fly.
Upton was planning to exercise his opt-out had the Tigers kept him, due to the team's rebuild.
The 2017 MLB season has been dominated by offense, but that doesn't mean there haven't been great pitching performances. While the usual suspects like Clayton Kershaw, Max Scherzer, Chris Sale and Corey Kluber have all been unsurprisingly dominant, there have also been major breakouts from a number of young arms.
Despite entering the campaign with the second-highest payroll in MLB, the Tigers are 18 games below .500 on the eve of September.
A baseball game won't fix Houston's problems. But it will help.
The rest of the schools in the Big Ten released their 2017 rosters nearly a month ago.
Nolan Arenado capped a four-run seventh inning with his 30th homer, and the Colorado Rockies beat the Detroit Tigers 7-3 on Tuesday night.
Sources tell Jon Morosi that the Giants are "interested" in trading for Justin Upton but won't make the move unless they are confident he won't opt-out after this season.
Police say Ku Klux Klan flyers found in Southeast Michigan may be from a group from Ohio and appeared to have been tossed out of a car window.
The operation also resulted in the seizure of 2,500 counterfeit prescription pills, 142 guns and $2.6 million in cash and assets, according to the DEA.
Waterford police are pushing back against what they call misinformation and online distortion surrounding their use of the technology.
A Warren, Michigan, man is charged after authorities say searches of his home and cellphone uncovered child pornography and drugs.
A woman is facing charges in connection with a double shooting at a Detroit birthday party that left one person dead.
Environmental advocates are asking everyone to be on the lookout for a couple of invasive species that are making Michigan their home and causing some damage.
Amy Doukoure, an attorney with CAIR, said Wednesday that the rhetoric displayed during Tuesday night's events went beyond anti-Muslim sentiment and reflected a broader message about race and who belongs in America.
Michigan Secretary of State and Democratic gubernatorial nominee Jocelyn Benson has named Michigan Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks as her running mate.
Police say Ku Klux Klan flyers found in Southeast Michigan may be from a group from Ohio and appeared to have been tossed out of a car window.
The operation also resulted in the seizure of 2,500 counterfeit prescription pills, 142 guns and $2.6 million in cash and assets, according to the DEA.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
The Gordie Howe International Bridge has been open for nearly a month, and it is celebrating with a new commemorative patch.
Progressive momentum has been a prominent storyline as Democrats look to flip control of the House and Senate next year. But how far will it go?
Police made 22 misdemeanor arrests Tuesday during the "Christian Crusader March" near a Dearborn City Council meeting, with no injuries reported.
Federal officers found a moving pillowcase in a car that was seized at the U.S.-Mexico border. A collection of stolen exotic reptiles was inside.
Eligible soldiers must reenlist for a minimum of two years and up to six years.
Michigan is reporting its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as EEE, since 2021.
A second Metro Detroit library has reported detecting bedbugs, resulting in a temporary closure of the branch for treatment and cleaning.
Large bags and shopping carts are banned from the Royal Oak Public Library as staff attempt to prevent a bedbug resurgence.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says a human case of influenza A H1N2 swine flu was detected in a person who was a participant at the Kent County Youth Fair.
A new executive order from President Trump is reshaping federal childhood vaccine recommendations and encouraging states to review their school immunization requirements, a move that comes as Michigan families prepare for the new school year.
Brandon Lowe homered off Detroit closer Kenley Jansen with two outs in the ninth inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Tigers.
Michigan faces a challenging season with six opponents in the preseason AP Top 25.
Braxton Ashcraft allowed five hits over eight efficient innings, Oneil Cruz homered in his return from the injured list, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Detroit Tigers 4-1.
Kevin McGonigle hit a two-run homer, and the Detroit Tigers held off the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-5 on Monday night and moved into a three-way tie for the final AL wild-card spot.
LIV Golf is ending its season one tournament early.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
Police in Melvindale, Michigan, are investigating reports that someone tossed flyers with Ku Klux Klan messaging from a vehicle driving in the community.
Good morning Fam! Looking at few clouds early then becoming partly sunny this afternoon, high 82. staying dry Friday with plenty of sun, a bit warmer at 84. The next chance for rain arrives Saturday Afternoon.
The Drug Enforcement Administration's Detroit Field Division says it seized more than 17 kilograms of fentanyl — enough to make about 8.5 million potentially deadly doses — during a recent enforcement surge targeting drug trafficking across the region.
We remain dry until the weekend, when showers and storms will likely scatter through the region on Saturday.
As the conversation around Flock cameras continues to intensify around the country and in Metro Detroit, Waterford police are now pushing back against what they call misinformation and online distortion surrounding their use of the technology.