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Seattle MarinersJosh Naylor gets Mariners on the board with smart base running

Scoring first in any baseball game is generally considered a solid advantage. It does not always work out that way as comebacks are often the theme form motivated teams. But in decisive postseason games, the first run can be a huge advantage. The Seattle Mariners are hopeful that the work Josh Naylor did in the […]

MLB3 bold predictions for Tigers-Mariners ALDS Game 5

The Detroit Tigers last won the World Series in 1984. That celebratory moment took place more than two years before President Ronald Reagan uttered the words, “Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!” The Seattle Mariners have never competed in the Fall Classic during their 48-year existence and last advanced to the American League Championship Series […]

Detroit TigersHow Tarik Skubal's college coach plans to impact Tigers' Game 5

The Detroit Tigers are visiting the Seattle Mariners for a do-or-die Game 5 of the ALDS. After taking Game 4 at home, Detroit has its ace going in a place sentimental to him. Tarik Skubal went to Seattle University, but the Tigers have lost all three of his starts against the Mariners this season. That […]

Seattle MarinersMariners fans can't believe Game 4 ALDS collapse vs. Tigers

The ALCS was right in front of the Seattle Mariners’ eyes midway through Game 4 of the ALDS against the Detroit Tigers. The Mariners jumped out to a quick 3-0 lead against the Tigers, who were facing elimination. Now, the series is tied 2-2 after the Tigers stormed back and scored nine unanswered runs. To […]

Detroit TigersTigers' AJ Hinch reveals Tarik Skubal plan ahead of Game 4

The Detroit Tigers are on the verge of elimination against the Seattle Mariners. Seattle owns a 2-1 lead after taking Game 3 in Detroit. The Tigers took Game 1 but have lost two in a row, and lost Game 2 with Tarik Skubal on the bump. Tarik Skubal is prepping to start Game 5, according […]

Seattle MarinersMariners' Jorge Polanco activates playoff mode with 2 HRs against Tarik Skubal

While a Game 1 loss in the ALDS is far from disastrous, circumstances were lining up for the Seattle Mariners to perhaps flame out early in the postseason. After all, the Detroit Tigers, after taking Game 1, were sending the near-invincible Tarik Skubal to the mound with a chance to go up with a commanding […]

Seattle MarinersMariners' Game 2 lineup vs. Tarik Skubal is loaded with righties

Game 1 of the AL Division Series (ALDS) did not go the Seattle Mariners’ way. The AL West champions lost to the visiting Detroit Tigers 3-2 on a game-winning single by third baseman Zach McKinstry in the 11th inning. Now, the Tigers will send their ace, Tarik Skubal, to the bump in Game 2. To […]

Detroit TigersTigers' Kerry Carpenter sets stage for Tarik Skubal after 'huge' Game 1 win over Mariners

The Detroit Tigers got a big Game 1 win against the Seattle Mariners, and it came behind a good performance from Kerry Carpenter. He delivered a two-run homer against George Kirby to give the Tigers the lead in the game, which ended up turning into a 3-2 victory. The pitch he hit from Kirby came […]

Detroit TigersTigers' X-Factor that will determine series vs. Mariners

While the Detroit Tigers have relied on a full team effort to reach this crucial juncture, their success in the upcoming series against the Seattle Mariners will hinge on the performances of two specific players. The Tigers’ ultimate X-factors who will determine the outcome are ace pitcher Tarik Skubal and leadoff hitter Riley Greene, as […]

Detroit TigersTigers announce ALDS Game 1 starter, and it's not Tarik Skubal

The Detroit Tigers will not be starting 2024 AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal in Game 1 of the ALDS against the Seattle Mariners. Detroit announced that it will be giving the ball to 24-year-old right-handed reliever Troy Melton in a bullpen game for the series opener in Seattle. The rookie went 3-2 in 16 […]

MLBBold predictions for Tigers-Mariners ALDS

The Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners are preparing for the American League Division Series, which begins on Saturday. Seattle will host Games 1, 2, and the deciding fifth if necessary after winning the AL West. Detroit collapsed in September, losing the AL Central to the Cleveland Guardians, but bounced back to beat them in the […]

Detroit TigersTigers' playoff turnaround is unlike anything in MLB history

The Detroit Tigers were feeling the heat after the Cleveland Guardians tied the ALWCS on Wednesday, forcing a winner-take-all Game 3. The Tigers had been trying to fend off Cleveland for the last two months but the Guardians proved difficult to shake, winning the division and pushing Detroit to the brink in the postseason. But […]

MLB3 bold predictions for Tigers-Mariners ALDS

The Seattle Mariners and Detroit Tigers will clash in a American League Divisional Series with a lot on the line. The Tigers defeated the Cleveland Guardians 2-1 in the ALWCS to advance in a thrilling series. Now, Tarik Skubal will get a chance to face Cal Raleigh and the Mariners’ offense. Regardless of who wins, […]

Detroit TigersTigers' AJ Hinch fires team up after defeating Guardians with speech

The Detroit Tigers are breathing easy — at least for the time being — as they have advanced out of the Wild Card round of the American League playoffs and are moving on to the Division Series. The Tigers defeated the Cleveland Guardians 6-3 in the decisive game of the three-game series, and will face […]

Detroit TigersTigers CEO sidesteps Tarik Skubal contract extension question

There are not a lot of Major League Baseball owners happier than Chris Ilitch heading into the weekend. The Detroit Tigers owner watched as his team advanced past the Cleveland Guardians in the American League Wild Card Series in a 6-3 road win in Game 3. However, he did not offer much thought on the […]

Detroit TigersSpencer Torkelson injury update for do-or-die Game 3 vs. Guardians

The Detroit Tigers had a chance to punch their ticket to the ALDS with a victory over the Cleveland Guardians Wednesday. Instead, the series will come down to a winner-take-all contest after the Guardians forced a decisive Game 3. Cleveland rebounded from Tarik Skubal’s dominant 14-strikeout performance on Tuesday with a 6-1 win in Game […]

MLBThe ridiculous strikeout history made on first day of 2025 MLB Playoffs

The MLB postseason officially got underway with the Wild Card round beginning Tuesday and pitchers had the advantage. Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal stole the spotlight with a 14-strikeout gem against the Cleveland Guardians. But five of the eight starters from Tuesday’s games recorded at least eight strikeouts. When the dust settled, pitchers racked up […]

Detroit TigersTigers' Tarik Skubal joins elite company with 14-K performance

The Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 2-1 on Tuesday, taking Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series. Tarik Skubal was sensational, striking out 14 batters in 7.2 innings, securing the win. After a second consecutive Cy Young-caliber season, Detroit’s ace got them off on the right foot. Skubal joined an elite company with […]

Detroit TigersTigers' Tarik Skubal had the fastball humming in Game 1 vs Guardians

The Detroit Tigers needed a dominant effort in order to win Game 1 of their series against the Cleveland Guardians. Luckily for them, Tarik Skubal answered the call in resounding fashion. The AL Cy Young favorite pitched 7.2 innings, striking out 14 batters en route to a 2-1 win. He fought Guardians ace Gavin Williams […]

Detroit TigersTigers fans react to dominant Tarik Skubal performance vs Guardians

The Detroit Tigers kicked off their American League Wild Card Series against the Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday. Detroit squeaked into the postseason after suffering what would have been a historic collapse down the stretch. However, Tarik Skubal took the mound in Game 1 and put on a show in a win. He won a pitchers’ […]

Detroit Tigers3 Tigers who will make or break World Series chances

The Detroit Tigers are reeling as they try to squeak into the American League playoff field. Tigers manager AJ Hinch has not minced his words on his team’s lackluster play to end the season. However, Detroit has plenty of talent capable of dominating. Riley Greene and Tarik Skubal were two of the team’s many All-Stars. […]

Detroit TigersTigers pitcher Tarik Skubal visited David Fry at hospital after scary fastball to the face

On July 8, the Detroit Tigers were rolling, holding a 14-game lead in the AL Central. Now, they’re clinging to a tie atop the standings with the Cleveland Guardians, deep in the midst of a potentially historic collapse. In Tuesday’s Game 1 loss of a three-game set between the Guardians and the Tigers, the focus […]

Detroit TigersTigers' Tarik Skubal reveals message to David Fry after injury scare

The Detroit Tigers battled the Cleveland Guardians in a tense contest, but the spotlight shifted when a 99 mph pitch from Tarik Skubal struck David Fry in the face. The Guardians designated hitter left the game and doctors later diagnosed him with a broken nose and facial fractures. Skubal started for the Tigers, and after […]

Detroit TigersTigers ace Tarik Skubal’s bonkers inning puts him on wrong side of MLB history

The Detroit Tigers dropped a 5-2 game to the Cleveland Guardians, and the defeat pushed their AL Central collapse even further. Reigning Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal failed to stop the skid and instead delivered an inning that will be remembered for the wrong reasons. He committed an error, threw a wild pitch, and balked, […]

Detroit TigersTigers ace Tarik Skubal's 'unfortunate' admission after painful loss to Guardians

The Detroit Tigers’ worst fears are coming true. After heading into the All-Star break with the best record in MLB, the Tigers suddenly find their playoff spot in serious peril after a 5-2 loss to the red-hot Cleveland Guardians dropped them to second on the division. The month of September has been a nightmare for […]

Cleveland GuardiansGuardians' David Fry taken to hospital after Tarik Skubal fastball to the face

While the Cleveland Guardians are riding high after not only defeating the Detroit Tigers but officially taking over the lead in the AL Central following a harrowing journey from the cellar to the penthouse, their success came with a major damper following a scary injury to designated hitter David Fry. Taking the plate at the […]

MLB3 bold predictions for massive Tigers-Guardians series amid AL Central push

The Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians kick off the biggest series of their seasons on Tuesday night. Jose Ramirez has led the Guardians on a late season run, quickly closing the gap with the Tigers. Detroit, on the other hand, has had to deal with an injury scare with Tarik Skubal as they stumble towards […]

Detroit TigersTigers' AJ Hinch still not panicking amid potential AL Central collapse

It’s difficult to imagine that things could go this badly for the Detroit Tigers. They were the dominant team in the American League through the early part of September, but manager A.J. Hinch’s team has lost its way and their position at the top of the American League Central is in extreme jeopardy. AJ Hinch […]

Detroit TigersTigers' AJ Hinch responds to getting 'a** kicked' by Guardians

As the Detroit Tigers were swept by the Cleveland Guardians, it sets up not just a slump for the team, but also an interesting race for the AL Central. With the Tigers in a tight divisional race, as there are nine games left in the season, the first step back to success is acceptance, as […]

Detroit TigersTigers' announcer jinx can be blamed for Jhonkensey Noel homer off Tarik Skubal

The Detroit Tigers entered Thursday’s matchup with hopes of maintaining their lead in the AL Central. However, one swing from Jhonkensey Noel quickly shifted the outcome. In the fourth inning, the Guardians slugger turned on a pitch from Tarik Skubal and launched it deep into the seats. The homer came just one second after a […]

Detroit TigersTigers' Tarik Skubal gets real on being swept by Guardians, playoff race

Tarik Skubal did not hold back on the Detroit Tigers’ playoff race after losing in a three-game sweep to the Cleveland Guardians on Thursday night. Skubal had a solid night with his start on the mound as he lasted six innings. He struck out nine batters while conceding seven hits and one run. However, his […]

Boston Red Sox3 reasons Garrett Crochet must win AL Cy Young over Tarik Skubal

Garrett Crochet and the Boston Red Sox are fighting for a spot in the American League playoffs. At the start of September, they appeared to have a good chance of coming away with the top Wild Card spot and the possibility of running down the Toronto Blue Jays in the American League East. With a […]

Detroit TigersTigers' Tarik Skubal reaches career high in strikeouts vs. Guardians

The Detroit Tigers entered Thursday with a 4.5-game lead over the Cleveland Guardians for the AL Central lead. That lead has shrunk, with Cleveland winning the first two games of the three-game set. But Detroit had the best possible stopper on the hill with their ace going on Thursday afternoon. Tigers’ Cy Young winner Tarik […]

Detroit TigersTigers' nightmare scenario for 2025 MLB playoffs

The Detroit Tigers have a 4.5-game lead over the Cleveland Guardians in the AL Central. With 11 games to go, Detroit is most likely going to win its division for the first time since 2014. But even with Tarik Skubal leading the rotation, there are pitching concerns for the Tigers going into the postseason. What […]

Detroit TigersTigers' AJ Hinch gets real on final stretch amid shockingly tight division race

The Detroit Tigers enter the final weeks of the regular season with the AL Central still hanging in the balance. Tigers manager AJ Hinch has made it clear that pressure will not define the team, even as every game carries weight. Ace Tarik Skubal is set to take the mound against the Guardians. The Tigers […]

MLBWhy Tarik Skubal will win AL Cy Young over Garrett Crochet

The Detroit Tigers have been near the top of the American League throughout the Major League Baseball season. A major reason for that is the second straight excellent season from Tarik Skubal. The Tigers’ ace won the AL Cy Young award last season and is the favorite to repeat. While Boston Red Sox All-Star Garrett […]

Detroit TigersTigers ace Tarik Skubal 'felt good' during bullpen after injury, scheduled for Thursday start

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal is still on track to make his next start, scheduled for Thursday afternoon at home against the Cleveland Guardians. Skubal exited his last start against the Miami Marlins in the fourth inning after throwing his 45th pitch of the night and immediately grabbing at his left rib area. The reigning […]

Detroit TigersJavier Baez's injury has him feeling 'like a boxer'

The Detroit Tigers dropped the series opener against the Miami Marlins on Friday, and it appeared the 8-2 loss would be costly to the team. Two Tigers exited the game with injuries as Tarik Skubal left with tightness in the fourth inning and Javier Baez fouled a ball off his face in his first at-bat. […]

Detroit TigersTigers' AJ Hinch reveals huge Tarik Skubal injury update

The Detroit Tigers lost their ace and reigning AL Cy Young winner, Tarik Skubal, after he left the game against the Miami Marlins following a pitch he threw in the fourth inning. Skubal grabbed at his left oblique and rib cage area before he called for the trainer and left the game. Manager A.J. Hinch […]

Detroit TigersJavier Baez avoids worst-case scenario after scary injury

The Detroit Tigers lost 8-2 in the series opener against the Miami Marlins on Friday. And adding injury to insult, two Tigers were forced to leave the game early. Javier Baez exited in the second inning after taking a foul ball to the face. The frightening moment left the versatile veteran shaken before he was […]

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