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2026-08-04 13:40:36

Tigers GM Harris Takes Blame for Skubal Trade

Tigers president Scott Harris defended trading ace Tarik Skubal to the Dodgers, citing strong prospect returns despite industry skepticism. He took blame for the team's poor season and rejected criticism of timing, insisting top-player markets differ and waiting wouldn't yield more value. read more

2026-08-04 03:00:34

Tigers GM Defends Skubal Trade, Takes Blame

Tigers president Scott Harris defended the Skubal trade return, praising prospects Hope, Ryan, and Smith. He rejected criticism about timing, saying markets for top players differ. Harris blamed himself for the sell position but deemed trading Skubal and Mize "irresponsible" not to do. read more

2026-08-02 20:40:03

Tigers Trade Skubal, Playoff Push Now Uncertain

Detroit Tigers traded two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal to the Dodgers for three prospects, leaving the team in a "weird place" as they chase a wild-card spot without their ace during an uncertain final stretch. read more

2026-07-29 19:30:39

Skubal reaches 1,000 strikeouts amid trade deadline buzz

Tarik Skubal received a standing ovation from Tigers fans after his 1,000th career strikeout, possibly his final Detroit start. The two-time Cy Young winner reached the milestone in 153 games, fastest in franchise history, amid trade deadline uncertainty. read more

2026-07-23 23:40:03

Skubal Vows to Stay, Win World Series with Tigers

Tarik Skubal wants to finish the season with the Tigers and win a World Series, but acknowledges his next start may be his last due to an Aug. 3 trade deadline. Detroit rallied from 22-38 to playoff contention. read more

2026-06-20 00:40:09

Verlander Hamstring Injury Sidelines Tigers Ace for Weeks

Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander suffered a left hamstring strain during a bullpen session, sidelining him for weeks. The 43-year-old had just returned from hip inflammation. Manager A.J. Hinch called it frustrating news. Verlander's only start this season was a loss. read more

2026-06-19 04:30:41

Skubal warns Tigers: improve or face deadline shakeup

Tarik Skubal warned the Tigers must improve or face a trade deadline breakup. Detroit trails by 9.5 games in the AL Central. The ace, a free agent after the season, said everyone’s future could change if the front office reassesses the roster. read more

2026-06-07 21:10:03

Skubal dominant in five scoreless rehab innings

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal pitched five scoreless innings in a rehab start, striking out six with a 98 mph fastball. The two-time Cy Young winner had elbow surgery last month. His return date remains uncertain. read more

2026-05-30 00:40:39

Tigers Place Mize on IL, Injury Crisis Deepens

Tigers place Casey Mize on IL with adductor inflammation amid mounting injuries. Detroit has 15 players sidelined, including Skubal and Verlander, after going 4-18. Hinch remains hopeful Mize's absence will be brief. read more

2026-05-15 18:40:08

Tigers Ace Skubal Makes Fast Recovery After Pioneering Surgery

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal began light tossing two weeks after NanoScope surgery to remove an elbow bone chip. The innovative procedure may cut recovery time, potentially returning him in a month. Detroit hopes this aids their injury-plagued season and boosts Skubal's free agency value. read more

2026-05-11 00:10:09

Skubal Could Return by June After Minimally Invasive Surgery

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal could return earlier than expected after minimally invasive elbow surgery. Agent Scott Boras says new NanoScope procedure avoids full arm rebuild, potentially allowing a June comeback for the two-time Cy Young winner. read more

2026-05-04 19:10:38

Tigers Ace Skubal Sidelined by Elbow Surgery

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, two-time AL Cy Young winner, will undergo arthroscopic elbow surgery after his arm locked up. No timetable set, but recovery typically takes two to three months. He aims to return quickly. read more

2026-04-15 16:40:09

Tigers Lock Down Phenom McGonigle in Historic Deal

The Detroit Tigers have signed rookie infielder Kevin McGonigle to an eight-year, $150 million contract extension. The deal, covering his club control years and early free agency, includes a signing bonus and performance escalators, securing the highly-rated prospect long-term. read more

2026-03-27 00:00:38

McGonigles Historic Four-Hit Debut Stuns MLB

Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle, 21, had a stellar MLB debut, going 4-for-5 with two RBIs. He became the youngest player with four Opening Day hits since 1990, doubling on the first pitch he saw. read more

2025-04-03 18:10:03

Veteran's Emotional Support Tigers Seized in Nevada Property Dispute

Karl Mitchell, an exotic animal owner in Nevada, had seven tigers seized from his property. Claiming they were for 'emotional support,' he argued against needing a permit. Mitchell, a disabled veteran with PTSD, insists the tigers were approved as support animals, linking back to Joe Exotic. read more