AUSTIN ROMINE

Three infielders were among the eight former Detroit Tigers players finding new homes during the holidays. Utility man Willi Castro signed a minor-league deal with the Minnesota Twins last week. Another utility man, Niko Goodrum, agreed to a minor-league deal with the Boston Red Sox before Christmas. Shortstop Sergio Alcantara, 26, signed a minor-league deal with the Chicago Cubs, his second stint in that organization. He was traded to the Cardinals for cash considerations before the 2021 season.

This is quite a time to be a season ticket holder for the San Diego Padres.

Adam Wainwright pitched seven spotless innings with longtime catcher Yadier Molina back behind the plate, and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Chicago Cubs 6-0.

Aaron Judge and Pete Alonso swing away as the Subway Series starts up at Citi Field on Tuesday night with both New York teams in first place.

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado and first baseman Paul Goldschmidt won’t travel to Toronto for a short series with the Blue Jays because they haven’t received the COVID-19 vaccination.

Cardinals reliever Genesis Cabrera slammed the ball to the ground in frustration when he was removed from the game, prompting a stern response from manager Oliver Marmol moments before St. Louis closed out a 7-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.

Austin Romine spent one season as a teammate with Miguel Cabrera. In 2017, Romine was catching for the New York Yankees when he and Cabrera squared off, prompting a bench-clearing melee. After an argument at the plate, Cabrera shoved Romine before the two tumbled to the dirt in a tussle. Prior to the 2020 season, the Tigers signed Austin Romine to a one-year, $4.15 million contract as a free agent and he and Cabrera joined forces. Romine is a career .238 hitter over parts of 11 big-league seasons.

The surging St. Louis Cardinals soared to their 13th straight win, using homers by Paul Goldschmidt and Tyler O’Neill to top the Chicago Cubs 8-5 in the opener of a doubleheader.

The surging St. Louis Cardinals emphatically matched a team record with their 14th straight win, pounding the Chicago Cubs 12-4 in the second game of a doubleheader behind Tyler O’Neill’s three-run homer and a pair of solo shots by Lars Nootbaar.

Yasmani Grandal homered twice and drove in eight runs in his return from the injured list, and the Chicago White Sox beat the sloppy Chicago Cubs 17-13.

Luis Urías tied a major league record with five extra-base hits and Manny Piña drove in six runs, leading the Milwaukee Brewers to a 17-4 romp over the Chicago Cubs.

Right-hander Jake Arrieta has been released by the Chicago Cubs.

Highly touted Milwaukee prospect Aaron Ashby got roughed up for seven runs in the first inning of his big league debut, but Luis Urias homered twice as the Brewers rallied to rout the Chicago Cubs 15-7 for their eighth straight win.

Austin Romine’s tenure in Detroit is over after one abbreviated season. The veteran catcher reportedly signed a one-year, $1.5 million deal with the Chicago Cubs on Friday. Romine, 32, signed a one-year, $4.1 million contract with the Tigers before the 2020 season, getting his first opportunity as a No. But after a hot start, Romine hit just .238 with a .582 OPS in 135 plate appearances. If the Tigers opt to sign a catcher, veterans Alex Avila and Robinson Chirinos appear to be the likeliest options.

Jason Castro is reuniting with the Houston Astros, but not his old manager, A.J. The 33-year-old catcher agreed to a two-year deal with the Astros on Thursday, according to reports from The Athletic and other outlets. Castro was drafted by the Astros in the first round in 2008 and played under then-manager A.J. Castro is known for average to above-average defense, strong pitch-framing skills and a respectable bat for a catcher. Realmuto, remains unsigned, but is unlikely to affect the market for the low-cost catchers the Tigers are seeking.

No one really knows who will be the Detroit Tigers’ Opening Day catcher in 2021. But if recent reports surrounding James McCann are correct, one thing is all but certain: There will be no reunion forthcoming. No one was overly outraged or surprised when the Tigers let McCann go for nothing two years ago. One year ago this month, the Tigers signed free-agent catcher Austin Romine, the longtime New York Yankees backup. The Tigers have three internal options in Greiner, Rogers and Eric Haase.

Even so, the offseason marches on, and more than 100 Major League players were declared free agents on Wednesday, the day after the completion of the World Series. The Tigers have five players in that group: Right-handed pitchers Jordan Zimmermann and Ivan Nova; catcher Austin Romine; first baseman C.J. Here’s how it stands now:Left-handed pitchers (5): Tyler Alexander, Matthew Boyd, Daniel Norris, Tarik Skubal, Gregory Soto. Infielders (9): Sergio Alcantara, Miguel Cabrera, Jeimer Candelario, Harold Castro, Willi Castro, Brandon Dixon, Niko Goodrum, Isaac Paredes, Zack Short. The next five days are a “quiet period,” meaning teams can negotiate only with their own free agents.

The Detroit Tigers cut four players this week to begin their annual post-season roster adjustments. The rest were outrighted to Triple-A Toledo and can become minor-league free agents after the World Series. The Tigers may ultimately re-sign one or more of the released players on minor-league deals. TIGERS' CURRENT 40-MAN ROSTER (37)ADD PLAYERS RETURNING FROM 45-DAY INJURED LIST (5): Right-handed pitcher Ivan Nova; first baseman C.J. PROJECTED TIGERS' 40-MAN ROSTER (37)Left-handed pitchers (5): Tyler Alexander, Matthew Boyd, Daniel Norris, Tarik Skubal, Gregory Soto.

DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers are finally looking to build toward contending this offseason, and there are three players they should consider extending, even though the deals would be controversial. It’s unrealistic to think the Tigers are going to take that salary cap space and spend like crazy this offseason. Cron #26 of the Detroit Tigers bats during game one of a doubleheader against the Cincinnati Reds at Comerica Park on August 2, 2020 in Detroit, Michigan. RP Daniel NorrisDaniel Norris #44 of the Detroit Tigers delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the game at Target Field on September 22, 2020 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. After dominating in nine three-inning appearances as an opener to finish 2019, Norris' 2020 was delayed by a positive coronavirus (COVID-19) test during summer camp.

Top 9th: Just as they did in the sixth inning, Tigers' Austin Romine, Isaac Paredes and Derek Hill struck out in consecutive at-bats. pic.twitter.com/nQEvDEKqm3 — Detroit Tigers (@tigers) September 27, 2020Top 4th: Royals reliever Mike Montgomery retired the Tigers 1-2-3 in the fourth. Inning ending 5-4-2 DP — Chris McCosky (@cmccosky) September 27, 2020Bottom 2nd: Matthew Boyd pitched a 1-2-3 second inning. Top 1st: The Tigers scored three in the first inning off Royals starter Carlos Hernandez, who had never pitched above Class A before this season. Then Austin Romine hit a two-run double.

Willi , who started at shortstop, left the game with right shoulder soreness in the second inning. The Tigers ultimately moved catcher Austin Romine to first base, where he has some experience. That pushed Brandon Dixon, who had entered the game to replace the first Castro, over to second base. UPDATE: Interim manager Lloyd McClendon said Willi Castro would be placed on the injured list before Sunday’s game. Before their injuries, Willi and Harold were actually fighting for the Tigers' batting championship, such as it is.

Matthew Boyd will try to end a bumpy season on a strong note as he make his last start Saturday night in Kansas City. Bottom 6th: Matthew Boyd will record his third Quality Start of the season. pic.twitter.com/nQEvDEKqm3 — Detroit Tigers (@tigers) September 27, 2020Top 4th: Royals reliever Mike Montgomery retired the Tigers 1-2-3 in the fourth. Inning ending 5-4-2 DP — Chris McCosky (@cmccosky) September 27, 2020Bottom 2nd: Matthew Boyd pitched a 1-2-3 second inning. Bottom 1st: First inning home runs have plagued Matthew Boyd this season and a new member joined the club on Saturday.

The Detroit Tigers return to Target Field for the second and final game of their two-game series. The team lost the first of the two games and look to leave Minnesota splitting the series. Eric Haase will be behind the plate on Wednesday night following the typical rotation the Tigers have used this season with their catchers. So his absence on Wednesday is just his usual day off. Here’s Wednesday night’s lineup:Here's how we line up for the season series finale vs. the Twins.#DetroitRoots pic.twitter.com/3hsK52f4IC — Detroit Tigers (@tigers) September 23, 2020Twins Lineup

DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers lost to the Cleveland Indians at Comerica Park Sunday. The first game -- also against the Indians -- was won by the Tigers Saturday. Carlos Carrasco allowed one hit in seven scoreless innings, and Jose Ramirez homered twice to lift the Cleveland Indians to a 7-4 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Sunday. Matthew Boyd (2-7) was perfect through four innings for the Tigers, but the Indians scored three runs in the fifth. The Indians took the lead on Jordan Luplow’s RBI single, and Delino DeShields added a two-run single that inning.

The Tigers and Indians wrap up their series in Detroit on Sunday afternoon. This is will be the second game the Tigers play without Ron Gardenhire at the helm. Catcher Austin Romine returns the lineup after taking a couple of days off to recover from a bruised wrist. Daz Cameron will look to build off of having hits in back-to-back games. Tigers LineupTo help us celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we asked some of our friends from @LaSed_Detroit to read today's lineup.#DetroitRoots pic.twitter.com/UYCpg9Tufi — Detroit Tigers (@tigers) September 20, 2020Indians Lineup

DETROIT -- For Michael Fulmer, 2020 has been both a short season and a very long one. “On the other hand, I do feel every start is getting better -- better stuff-wise, command-wise.”What about velo? "I feel like I know how to manipulate the ball a lot better. I think command is going to be a lot better going forward as well. I know I haven’t been very sharp this year, but I think the last few starts have been a lot better.

Things got wild in the ninth inning, when Tigers reliever Bryan Garcia walked three batters in the top of the inning. Zach Plesac struck out two more and now has seven Ks. Top 4th: Tigers reliever Tyler Alexander escaped a bases-loaded situation when Jose Ramirez was caught trying to steal home. Bottom 3rd: The Tigers pick up a couple of singles off Zach Plesac but can’t score. Bottom 2nd: Zach Plesac struck out the side, getting Jorge Bonifacio and Niko Goodrum swinging and Austin Romine looking.

He’ll face Indians right-hander Zach Plesac (3-2, 2.20)Game updates and live stats are below. Bottom 5th: Zach Plesac retired the Tigers 1-2-3, although Isaac Paredes had a well-struck lineout to left. Zach Plesac struck out two more and now has seven Ks. Bottom 2nd: Zach Plesac struck out the side, getting Jorge Bonifacio and Niko Goodrum swinging and Austin Romine looking. He doubled 413 feet to center field off Tigers starter Zach Plesac.

The Detroit Tigers begin a four-game series on Thursday night against the Cleveland Indians this will be the third series between the two teams, with each team winning one of the previous two series. After sitting out Wednesday night’s game, Austin Romine will return behind the plate to catch for Casey Mize. In their last outing together, Mize almost pitched a no-hit game, while striking out five hitters in 5.1 innings. Both Isaac Paredes and Daz Cameron return to the lineup at third base and in right field respectively. Tigers LineupIndians Lineup

It was pretty crazy.”Perhaps the 27-year-old backup catcher will get a chance to do it again next year, but this time in front of all his family and friends. Haase, like most of the Tigers' catchers, has an uncertain future, and this week did little to offer clarity. Like much about the 2021 Tigers, that remains a bit of a mystery. He’s going to be with us.”The next day, he clarified his remarks: Rogers will be with the Tigers, not necessarily on the Tigers. But it’s certainly possible that the Tigers plan to go out and sign another veteran catcher, much as they did last winter.