MICHAEL FULMER

LAKELAND, Fla. -- Former Detroit Tigers outfielder Robbie Grossman has signed with the Texas Rangers, The New York Post reported Friday. The Major League deal is worth $2 million but Grossman could earn several million more in incentives. Grossman, 33, signed a two-year, $10 million contract with the Tigers before the 2021 season and was one of the most impactful players on manager A.J. Even amid his struggles, Grossman was exceptional against left-handed pitching and could have a platoon role with the Rangers. Grossman is one of four players who played for the Tigers last year to sign with a new team in the last week.

Longtime Detroit Tigers pitcher Michael Fulmer has agreed to a deal with the Chicago Cubs, The Athletic reported Friday. Fulmer, who turns 30 next month, was traded to the Tigers from the New York Mets along with pitcher Luis Cessa in exchange for outfielder Yoenis Cespedes. He went 3-4 with a 3.20 ERA in 39 1/3 innings for the Tigers last year before being traded to the Minnesota Twins at the deadline. Fulmer will be reunited with former Tigers catcher Tucker Barnhart in Chicago. Barnhart signed a two-year deal with the Cubs earlier this winter.

Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa has formally opted out of his contract to become a free agent.

MINNEAPOLIS -- The Detroit Tigers managed just four singles, capping a strikeout-filled series with a 4-1 loss to the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday afternoon at Target Field. Eric Haase (four strikeouts) and Jonathan Schoop (three strikeouts) went down in each one of their plate appearances. The Tigers’ only run in the fifth inning was aided by Twins starter Joe Ryan, who hit two batters. Tigers starter Tyler Alexander gave up a couple of runs in five innings of work. Relievers Jose Cisnero and Derek Law, a former Twins pitcher, gave up a run apiece.

MINNEAPOLIS -- The Detroit Tigers made two deals in the 24 hours leading up to Tuesday’s MLB trade deadline. But it’s more likely rooted in a belief that the offseason is a better time than the trade deadline to address next year’s needs. The uncertainty surrounding Chafin’s contract in 2023 made it difficult for the Tigers to get full value in any trade. For days there was consternation among some fans that Avila and the Tigers would trade ace pitcher Tarik Skubal. The Tigers’ lack of action at the trade deadline can’t translate into to lack of action this winter.

KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI — Lana Maria Escamilla and Becket Jones will square off Nov. 8 to become the next Kalamazoo County 8th District Court Judge. The final tally, according to unofficial election results, saw Escamilla, a 43-year-old Kalamazoo attorney, secure the most votes with 13,161. Jones, a 39-year-old Portage attorney finished second with 12,914. The November winner between Escamilla and Jones will replace Judge Vincent Westra on the Kalamazoo County 8th District Court bench. Also on MLive:Four races decided in primary for Kalamazoo County Board of CommissionersMichael Fulmer walks down hallway to new team after Tigers trade him to TwinsRyan Kelley, who came in fourth place in GOP gubernatorial primary race, refuses to concede

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

Riley Greene had two hits and two RBIs as the Detroit Tigers spoiled Minnesota’s big trade deadline day, beating the Twins 5-3.

Baseball’s trade deadline day was an action-packed affair — and no one had more fun than the Padres.

MINNEAPOLIS -- Longtime Detroit Tigers pitcher Michael Fulmer was traded to the Minnesota Twins minutes before Tuesday’s MLB trade deadline. Fulmer was one of two deadline deals made by the Tigers: They traded outfielder Robbie Grossman to the Atlanta Braves on Monday night. The Tigers acquired minor-league pitcher Sawyer Gipson-Long from the Twins. Thank you, Michael, for your contributions to the Tigers organization and city of Detroit over the last six seasons. pic.twitter.com/Vn2s0vQrwW — Detroit Tigers (@tigers) August 2, 2022TIGERS’ 40-MAN ROSTER (39)Players in bold are on the active rosterLeft-handed pitchers (4): Tyler Alexander, Andrew Chafin, Tarik Skubal, Gregory Soto, Joey Wentz.

The Detroit Tigers have traded Michael Fulmer to the Minnesota Twins for minor league pitcher Sawyer Gipson-Long.

The Minnesota Twins stocked up their sputtering pitching staff before Tuesday's trade deadline.

Detroit Tigers general manager Al Avila agreed to a minor trade overnight, sending Robbie Grossman to the Atlanta Braves for a minor league pitcher. Who else will be traded away ahead of Tuesday evening’s deadline?

MINNEAPOLIS -- Ace Tarik Skubal pitched five scoreless innings before leaving with arm fatigue and the Minnesota Twins rallied to beat the Detroit Tigers 5-3 in 10 innings on Monday night at Target Field. 🦸‍♂️ pic.twitter.com/o6q3Is3jey — Detroit Tigers (@tigers) August 2, 2022The Twins tied the game in the eighth with four straight singles against Tigers reliever Michael Fulmer, including a bases-loaded, two-run base hit by rookie Jose Miranda. In the ninth inning, Nick Gordon and Gary Sanchez reached on singles against Tigers reliever Gregory Soto. BADDOOOOOO except you're whispering it so you don't wake the neighbors.#DetroitRoots x @Adobe pic.twitter.com/E3k16dotMY — Detroit Tigers (@tigers) August 2, 2022But the Twins tied the game on Jose Mirando’s RBI single against Tigers reliever Alex Lange. Box scoreUp nextThe Tigers and Twins meet again on Tuesday at 7:40 p.m. -- or 100 minutes after the MLB trade deadline -- at Target Field.

“I understand that (Wednesday) is our last home game before the trade deadline, and that might be a little tough,” Fulmer said. Jimenez, 27, was signed by the Tigers as an undrafted free agent out of Puerto Rico in 2013. Unlike Fulmer, Jimenez will not be a free agent this winter and has one more year of team control in 2023. This is all I know.”The downside of that familiarity is that the Tigers have not seriously contended for the playoffs since 2016. That’s why he said he’s learned to take this sport day by day and to appreciate every day.

The Detroit Tigers are willing to trade “just about everyone,” including budding ace Tarik Skubal, ahead of the MLB trade deadline next week, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

The MLB trade deadline is one week away, and the Detroit Tigers should be active in trying to move short-term assets for players who could help when this rebuild finally does come to an end.

DETROIT -- The MLB trade deadline is approaching soon and it will be a major surprise if the Detroit Tigers don’t make at least one deal. There won’t be a perfect overlap between the players the Tigers want to trade and the players other teams are interested in. In this group, he’s the most likely to be dealt and the most likely to have some interested suitors. RHP Michael FulmerRecent history suggests one or two players -- not all five -- will be dealt before Aug. 2. RECENT TIGERS DEALS AT THE DEADLINE2021: Traded LHP Daniel Norris to the Brewers for RHP Reese Olson.

CLEVELAND -- Rookie Riley Greene homered and had a two-run double to help the Detroit Tigers fight back from a three-run deficit, but the Cleveland Guardians rallied to win 6-5 Friday night at Progressive Field. Tigers starter Drew Hutchison struggled through the first inning, allowing three runs on a couple of singles, a walk and a triple. The Tigers scored first when Riley Greene hit a first-pitch solo homer to right-center off Guardians starter Zach Plesac. pic.twitter.com/F05tHB16cf — Detroit Tigers (@tigers) July 16, 2022The Tigers scored four in the fourth thanks to an RBI double by Harold Castro, an RBI single by Willi Castro and then a two-run double by Greene. pic.twitter.com/oFJjVgUpsq — Detroit Tigers (@tigers) July 16, 2022Box scoreUp nextThe Tigers and Guardians meet again on Saturday at 4:10 p.m. at Progressive Field.

Left fielder Robbie Grossman dropped Luis Robert’s short fly with two outs in the eighth to end his record errorless streak at 440 games and set up two unearned Chicago runs that snapped a tie, lifting the White Sox to a 4-2 win over the Detroit Tigers.

CHICAGO -- Miguel Cabrera won’t be the only Tiger going to Los Angeles for the All-Star Game on July 19. MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred’s decision to tap Miguel Cabrera as a “legend” pick selected on the basis of his career accomplishments was good for the All-Star aspirations of his teammates. “I think we’ve got a number of guys that would be honored to get in.”A few weeks ago, left-handed starter Tarik Skubal had the strongest case to be the Tigers’ All-Star pick. ETTV: ESPNTIGER ALL-STARS THROUGH THE YEARS2022: DH Miguel Cabrera and ???? (Miguel Cabrera elected as a starter by fans but did not participate due to calf injury).

The season isn’t even halfway over and we’re already talking about who the Detroit Tigers might sell off before the MLB trade deadline on Aug. 2. This was supposed to be the year that the Tigers would look to bolster their roster for the stretch run instead of unloading players. Since transitioning to a full-time relief role last season, he’s posted a 2.66 ERA in 98 innings, striking out 101. Given the Tigers’ recent history of missed trade windows (on Fulmer and Matthew Boyd), maybe this is the time to pull the trigger. RECENT TIGERS DEALS AT THE DEADLINE2021: Traded LHP Daniel Norris to the Brewers for RHP Reese Olson.

Now that the Detroit Tigers are completely out of the playoff race, they'll be sellers again at the trade deadline. Here are five 1-for-1 deals they could look to make in the coming weeks.

The Tigers (24-34) and Jays (34-24) have split the first two games of the series and will play the finale on Sunday afternoon. Brieske battled through long early innings but eluded trouble before handing things over to the Tigers’ reliable bullpen. Tigers outfielder Victor Reyes, who was activated from the injured list on Saturday and was playing in his first full game since April 21, had three singles. Tigers shortstop Javier Baez led off the fourth with a walk and then scored on Eric Haase’s second career triple. Box scoreUp nextThe Tigers and Jays wrap up their three-game series on Sunday at 1:40 p.m. It’s Miggy Celebration Day.

As Detroit Tigers reliever Michael Fulmer starts running through the pros and cons of various American League facilities, teammate Alex Lange walks by. There’s not much to do down there besides hydrate.”Other traits of a good bullpen? We don’t have the best line of sight.”Tropicana Field doesn’t even really have a bullpen, but it does have a great line of sight. Tampa Bay and Oakland are the last two bullpen holdouts, largely because of stadium design rather than any aesthetic choice. Usually, for lack of a better way to say it, they’re more uptight and anxious in the dugout.

Sonny Gray compiled a season-high 10 strikeouts over seven sharp innings, carrying the Minnesota Twins past the Detroit Tigers 2-0 for their sixth straight victory.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Sonny Gray compiled a season-high 10 strikeouts over seven sharp innings, carrying the Minnesota Twins past the Detroit Tigers 2-0 on Tuesday night for their sixth straight victory. Gray (2-1) allowed four hits and one walk in by far his best of six starts with his new team. Gio Urshela had three hits and an RBI, and Carlos Correa hit a run-scoring double for the Twins against Tigers rookie Beau Brieske (0-4), who remains winless in six career starts. LOWER LEVERAGEThe Tigers have bumped right-hander Michael Fulmer back in the bullpen pecking order while he works through some struggles. Twins: RHP Dylan Bundy (3-2, 5.14 ERA) is on track to make his seventh start of the season in his careful return from COVID-19.

Harold Castro hit his first home run of the year with two outs in the ninth inning, a tiebreaking shot that sent the Detroit Tigers past the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 for their season-best fourth straight victory.

The Tigers (7-13) snapped a six-game losing streak and will try to win the series against the Dodgers (13-7) in the finale on Sunday afternoon. Brieske matched Dodgers starter and future Hall-of-Famer Clayton Kershaw on what turned out to be a historic night. Kershaw’s strikeout of Spencer Torkelson in the fourth was the 2,697th of his career, setting a new Dodgers’ franchise record. (The Tigers entered the game with a relief ERA of 2.12; the Dodgers were at 2.15). Box scoreUp nextThe Tigers and Dodgers wrap up their three-game series on Sunday at 4:10 p.m. Eastern time.

MINNEAPOLIS -- Be advised: The next time you see Detroit Tigers reliever Michael Fulmer on the mound, he might pull a wet rag out of his back pocket. But the particular one that seemed to vex the Tigers on Tuesday night was more related to the cold. “(MLB) has encouraged it, but no one’s really done it because it kind of sounds funny to bring a wet rag in your pocket in this type of temperature,” Hinch said. And if it’s mildly annoying to tote around a wet rag, it’s better than accidentally hitting or hurting someone. That’s not going to competitively going to work out in his favor, either.”

MINNEAPOLIS -- A comeback victory slipped from the Detroit Tigers’ grasp in a disastrous ninth inning meltdown. The bizarre ninth inning ruined what had been a dramatic comeback when Javier Baez hit a three-run bomb in the eighth inning to give the Tigers a 4-3 lead. Bye Bye Báezball pic.twitter.com/8qAWGWUWFC — Detroit Tigers (@tigers) April 27, 2022But Tigers closer Gregory Soto walked the first two batters of the ninth inning. Box scoreUp nextThe Tigers and Twins continue their series on Wednesday at 7:40 p.m. Eastern. Tigers right-hander Michael Pineda (1-0, 0.00 ERA) will face Twins right-hander Joe Ryan (2-1, 1.69).

Rookie Spencer Torkelson hit a long two-run homer and had two of Detroit’s three hits, and the Tigers handed the Kansas City Royals their fifth straight loss, 2-1.

-- Rookie first baseman Spencer Torkelson hit a mammoth go-ahead home run in the seventh inning to lead the Detroit Tigers to a 2-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Friday night at Kauffman Stadium. Torkelson’s 432-foot blast landed above the left-field bullpen, scored Miguel Cabrera and ruined an otherwise outstanding night by Royals starting pitcher Brad Keller. pic.twitter.com/NV3YBSTHUN — Detroit Tigers (@tigers) April 16, 2022Keller was locked in an early duel with Tigers starter Tarik Skubal, who retired the first 11 batters he faced and allowed only one unearned run in 5 2/3 innings. The Tigers placed starting pitcher Casey Mize on the 10-day injured list before the game and activated outfielder Daz Cameron from the taxi squad. Box scoreUp nextThe Tigers (4-4) and Royals (2-5) meet for Game 3 of their four-game series on Saturday at 4:10 p.m. at Kauffman Stadium.

The Detroit Tigers announced their final roster moves of the offseason Wednesday, revealing the 28 players who will make up the Opening Day roster.

A bullpen that once appeared to be the Detroit Tigers’ greatest strength now appears to be a glaring weakness as Opening Day arrives.

LAKELAND, Fla. -- The Detroit Tigers reached deals with seven arbitration-eligible players but appear ready to “go to trial” with injured starting pitcher Spencer Turnbull. Players eligible for arbitration have spent between three and six years on an MLB active roster. In most cases, players and clubs reach a deal on their own without having to resort to arbitration. The Tigers and Turnbull are allowed to continue negotiating up until the arbitration hearing, but the Tigers and many MLB clubs are known for a “file and trial” policy. His 2023 salary will be similar or identical to his 2022 salary, meaning a victory in arbitration could ultimately be worth $1.55 million.

Eduardo Rodríguez is the highest-paid and most experienced pitcher on the Detroit Tigers after signing a $77 million, five-year contract.

It’s great to see images of our Detroit Tigers back on the field at spring training in Florida. During the 99-day lockout, people didn’t know if there would be any baseball this year, and of course, the players felt that uncertainty too.

The full spring training schedule for the Detroit Tigers has been released, and they will play 18 total games against five teams.

The Detroit Tigers declined to offer a 2022 contract to Matthew Boyd, making the veteran left-handed pitcher a free agent for the first time in his career. Players like Boyd are said to be “non-tendered” and are free to sign with any team. By tendering a contract, the Tigers are committed to negotiating a contract with the player and going through the arbitration process if necessary. Infielders (8): Miguel Cabrera, Jeimer Candelario, Harold Castro, Willi Castro, Kody Clemens, Isaac Paredes, Jonathan Schoop, Zack Short. Nov. 30: Announced that left-handed pitcher Matthew Boyd would not be tendered a contract for 2022.

Although most of you liked my way-to-early 2022 lineup projection, the response was a bit more tepid when it came to my prediction for the Detroit Tigers’ 2022 pitching staff. You’re given the chance to reunite Scherzer and Verlander for two years with a club option for Year 3 at $25-$30 million for Scherzer and $20 million with incentives for Verlander. I think Verlander will probably seek a deal like that if he rejects Houston’s qualifying offer ($18.4 million). Some team will be thrilled to have him, but is that really the best investment for a team like the Tigers? So if owner Christopher Ilitch really wanted to spend $200 million (like the Tigers did in 2016), there’s nothing stopping him from doing so.

A year ago, the Detroit Tigers had nine arbitration-eligible players, and all nine of them were ultimately tendered contracts for 2022. The least-experienced players, with little service time, are paid the league minimum (or whatever the team chooses to offer). There is also a small group of Super Two eligible players with just under three years of service time who are granted arbitration status. After six years of service time, players can be free agents and are no longer under team control or subject to arbitration. If all 13 Tigers are tendered contracts for 2021, MLB Trade Rumors estimates they will earn $33.7 million.

A surprisingly enjoyable Detroit Tigers season has come to an end, and between the development of the current players and several emerging prospects, the team could be competitive next year.

Miguel Cabrera joined the 500-home run club and the Detroit Tigers had their best season in five years.

Daz Cameron homered leading off the ninth to spark a three-run inning, and the Detroit Tigers closed their fifth straight losing season with a 5-2 win over the AL Central champion Chicago White Sox on Sunday.

With their win over the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday, the Detroit Tigers guaranteed they will finish the season with a winning record at home for the first time in five years.

Akil Baddoo and Victor Reyes drove in two runs apiece and the Detroit Tigers stalled the Chicago White Sox’s drive for the AL Central title with a 5-3 victory.

DETROIT -- The Detroit Tigers took the lead in the seventh inning with an RBI single by Niko Goodrum and went on to beat the Chicago White Sox 5-3 Tuesday afternoon at Comerica Park. The Tigers (74-78) have won four in a row and have taken the first two games of the series from the White Sox (85-66). pic.twitter.com/Z5svbYTZ3d — Detroit Tigers (@tigers) September 21, 2021The Tigers took -- or attempted to take -- extra bases all day long. Reyes swiped third base in the sixth when the White Sox fell asleep on an attempted sac bunt. If they play, it will be Tigers right-hander Casey Mize (7-8, 3.64 ERA) against White Sox righty Reynaldo Lopez (3-3, 3.00).

Michael Fulmer pitched a scoreless ninth inning as the Detroit Tigers beat the Tampa Bay 4-3 on Saturday afternoon at Tropicana Field. The Tigers (71-78) will try to earn of a split of the four-game series against the first-place Rays (92-57) on Sunday. pic.twitter.com/6NGZpz1Fxy — Detroit Tigers (@tigers) September 18, 2021Tigers pitchers Tarik Skubal and Jose Ureña, working as a one-two combo, combined for another quality start, allowing three runs in 6 1/3 innings. Detroit Tigers center fielder Derek Hill was carted off the field after suffering a left knee injury in the fifth inning. BOX SCOREUp next: The Tigers and Rays wrap up their four-game series on Sunday at 1:10 p.m. Tigers right-hander Wily Peralta (3-3, 3.32 ERA) will face Rays lefty Shane McClanahan (9-5, 3.59).

DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers catcher Eric Haase has hit a lot of home runs. Yes, the Tigers could stand pat, but I don’t think they will. If the Tigers don’t bring back Greiner and/or Garneau, they will surely sign someone with a similar profile to provide minor-league depth. Detroit Tigers reliever Michael Fulmer (32) throws a pitch during their MLB game against the Cleveland Indians at Comerica Park in Detroit, on Saturday, August 14, 2021. Matt Manning will probably end up their too, but I don’t think they’re going to hand him a job on a silver platter.

Just when we thought maybe the Detroit Tigers’ second-half magic had started to run out, they mounted two comebacks to win a series against the best team in the American League.

The Tigers (61-67) and Cardinals (63-62) split the brief two-game series. But the Tigers got a two-out, pinch-hit double by Miguel Cabrera, followed by a pinch-hit single by Harold Castro. Cabrera hustled home to beat the throw, as the Tigers had no pinch-runner available with a depleted bench. Jeimer Candelario grounded into a double play, forcing Tigers reliever Michael Fulmer to walk a tightrope with no lead in the bottom of the 10th. But rookie Lars Nootbar shot a two-out single through the right side of the infield to give the Cardinals the walk-off win.

Miguel Cabrera and Robbie Grossman hit back-to-back home runs to lead the Detroit Tigers to a 4-3 interleague victory over the St. Louis Cardinals.

Miguel Cabrera and Robbie Grossman hit back-to-back home runs to lead the Detroit Tigers to a 4-3 interleague victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday night.

Max Stassi hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in the eighth inning and the Los Angeles Angels overcome an eight-run deficit to beat the Detroit Tigers 13-10 on Thursday.

Jo Adell hit a tiebreaking grand slam in the ninth inning for his first homer this season and Kurt Suzuki followed with a solo blast, lifting the Los Angeles Angels to an 8-2 win over the Detroit Tigers.

Willi Castro doubled, tripled and drove in three runs, and Detroit beat the Baltimore Orioles 9-4 in a game that included a scary collision between two Tigers outfielders.

Two of the Detroit Tigers’ most exciting young players, Akil Baddoo and Derek Hill, were removed from Tuesday’s game after a nasty collision in left-center field.

Miguel Cabrera remained two home runs shy of 500, but Tyler Alexander tossed a season-high 5 1/3 scoreless innings as the Detroit Tigers edged the Cleveland Indians 2-1.

The Tigers (54-59) and Indians (53-55) have split the first two games of the three-game series. 9 hitter Ernie Clement reached on an infield single and Myles Straw followed with an outfield single. The batter he faced also reached on an infield single, loading the bases for the two best hitters in Cleveland’s lineup: Jose Ramirez and Franmil Reyes. But Cisnero bared down to get two pop outs and a strike out of Oscar Mercado to end the inning. The Tigers scored in the second inning when Jeimer Candelario doubled and scored on a sacrifice fly by Short.

Michael Fulmer’s first big-league outing in a month on Tuesday night was smooth, scoreless and really short. That didn’t give much of an opportunity to see the changes that Fulmer has made while away from the club. But the Detroit Tigers reliever is trying to ensure that his most recent trip to the injured list is his last one. Fulmer wants to throw hard, needs to throw hard. The Tigers would love to see Fulmer continue on the path toward being an elite reliever that he was taking before the injury.

Miguel Cabrera hit a run-scoring single in the 11th inning after Eric Haase tied the game with a grand slam in the top of the ninth as the Detroit Tigers beat the Minnesota Twins 6-5.

The Detroit Tigers activated right-handed reliever Michael Fulmer from the injured list before Tuesday night’s game in Minnesota. He might not have to wait long to get into a game, as closer Gregory Soto pitched two innings (42 pitches) in Monday night’s 10-inning loss to the Twins. To create space on the roster for Fulmer, the Tigers designated left-handed reliever Ian Krol for assignment. Krol allowed two earned runs in 4 2/3 innings pitched for Detroit, walking two and striking out four. * on the 10-day Major League injured list** on the 7-day minor-league injured list

Detroit Tigers outfielder Victor Reyes was reinstated from the injured list on Thursday and then optioned to Triple-A Toledo, where he had been on a rehab assignment. The 26-year-old outfielder made the Tigers’ Opening Day roster but struggled mightily and was sent to Toledo. He had been on the injured list since June 15. The Tigers are now down to four players on the 10-day injured list: Left-handed pitchers Matthew Boyd and Derek Holland; right-handed pitcher Michael Fulmer; and outfielder Daz Cameron. * on the 10-day Major League injured list** on the 7-day minor-league injured listRight-handed pitchers Julio Teheran (right shoulder strain), Rony Garcia (knee) and Spencer Turnbull (right forearm strain) are on the 60-day injured list, which removes them from the 40-man roster.

The Detroit Tigers are playing much better baseball over the last couple of months, but that doesn’t mean they should miss an opportunity to actively build for the future at the MLB trade deadline.

Robbie Grossman’s squeeze bunt in the 10th inning drove in the winning run and the Detroit Tigers won a duel of small ball, beating the Houston Astros 2-1 for a split of their four-game series.

DETROIT -- Detroit Tigers reliever Michael Fulmer is going back on the injury list. The Tigers recalled left-hander Miguel Del Pozo to take Fulmer’s spot on the roster. Del Pozo has a 12.46 ERA in 22 MLB games, allowing 18 earned runs on 17 hits and 16 walks in 13 innings. Left-handed pitchers (8): Tyler Alexander, Matthew Boyd*, Miguel Del Pozo, Derek Holland*, Daniel Norris, Tarik Skubal, Gregory Soto, Joey Wentz. * on the 10-day Major League injured list** on the 7-day minor-league injured listRight-handed pitchers Julio Teheran (right shoulder strain) and Rony Garcia (knee) are on the 60-day injured list, which removes them from the 40-man roster.

DETROIT -- After Detroit Tigers reliever Gregory Soto entered Wednesday afternoon’s game in the sixth inning to log a key out in a close game, manager A.J. Soto, a southpaw, finished the sixth by getting a key lefty, Matt Carpenter, to strike out with two runners on base. “What I have really learned about managing is that the game can be critical at any point,” Hinch said. Fulmer ended up giving up back-to-back home runs to Yordan Alvarez and Carlos Correa and the Tigers lost the game. Soto, Cisnero, Fulmer and Funkhouser have been on the mound for almost 70 percent of high-leverage bullpen opportunities this year.

DETROIT -- Michael Fulmer gave up two home runs in the sixth inning as the Houston Astros came back to beat the Detroit Tigers 3-2 in the second game of a doubleheader on Saturday night at Comerica Park. The Tigers (33-44) and Astros (48-29) split the doubleheader. The Tigers managed only four singles and a couple of walks against Astros starter Lance McCullers Jr.., but they made them count. Reliever Michael Fulmer was on the verge of escaping the sixth inning unscathed when he ran into trouble. Up next: The Tigers and Astros wrap up their four-game series on Sunday at 1:10 p.m. at Comerica Park.

Daniel Norris, 23, posted a 2.73 ERA while striking out 38 batters in 29 innings over five brilliant starts in September. “I think the future of this team is centered around the pitching” said Tigers manager A.J. And I think we’ve shown on this team that when our starting pitching gives us a chance to win, we’ve played a lot better baseball. How will we be talking about this next trio of Tigers’ pitching prospects in 2026? The Tigers hope to soon open a new one, with their young pitching prospects leading the way.

The Detroit Tigers are hosting the St. Louis Cardinals for a brief interleague series this week, so we might as well talk about how these two appear to be perfect trade partners ahead of the deadline.

The Detroit Tigers are hosting the St. Louis Cardinals for a brief interleague series this week, so we might as well talk about how these two appear to be perfect trade partners ahead of the deadline.

Shohei Ohtani hit his sixth homer in six games for the Angels, but Daz Cameron hit a two-run single in the 10th inning and the Detroit Tigers avoided a four-game series sweep with a 5-3 victory over Los Angeles.

Daz Cameron hit a two-run, bases-loaded single in the 10th inning as Detroit Tigers beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-3 on Sunday afternoon at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif. Cameron had struck out in three consecutive plate appearances when he came to the plate in the 10th. Cameron smacked a grounder through a drawn-in infield against Angels closer Raisel Iglesias to break a 3-3 tie and give the Tigers the lead. Tigers starter Casey Mize made Angels star Shohei Ohtani look bad by striking him out in back-to-back at-bats. Tigers reliever Michael Fulmer struck out the first two batters in the 10th inning, bringing Ohtani to the plate.

Willi Castro homered during a three-run rally in the seventh inning and the Detroit Tigers beat the Kansas City Royals 6-5 Wednesday for a three-game sweep.

Willi Castro homered during a three-run rally in the seventh inning and the Detroit Tigers beat the Kansas City Royals 6-5 for a three-game sweep.

Detroit Tigers right-handed pitcher Michael Fulmer is back after a brief stint on the injured list. To make room for Fulmer, the Tigers optioned infielder Isaac Paredes back to Triple-A Toledo. At that point, the Tigers will likely send down another pitcher and transfer Rony Garcia to the 60-day injured list. Fulmer was placed on the 10-day injured list on June 6 after arm fatigue left him unable to pitch since May 30. pic.twitter.com/ps3DDk4YwF — Detroit Tigers (@tigers) June 14, 2021TIGERS’ 40-MAN ROSTER (41)Players in bold are on the 26-man active roster.

If that’s the case, Garcia could be shifted to the 60-man injured list to create roster space when needed. Catcher Wilson Ramos, lumbar spine strainPlaced on IL/Eligible to return: May 24/nowThis is the second back-related injury stint for Ramos. RHP Erasmo Ramirez, right pectoral strainRamirez got injured while he was warming up to pitch in his first ever game for the Tigers. Right-handed pitcher Alex Faedo and left-handed pitcher Joey Wentz are both on the minor-league injured list. Veteran right-hander Julio Teheran is on the 60-day injured list with a right shoulder strain that he suffered after making just one start.

The Detroit Tigers placed right-hander Michael Fulmer on the 10-day injured list Sunday with a right shoulder strain.

Tony La Russa moved into second on baseball’s career manager wins list, snapping a tie with John McGraw by directing the Chicago White Sox to a 3-0 victory over the Detroit Tigers.

Injuries are piling up across baseball, and the Detroit Tigers are no exception. Eight players on the 40-man roster are currently on the injured list in the major or minor leagues. That doesn’t include Julio Teheran, who is on the 60-day injured list with no return in sight after making just one start this season. Here’s the latest on the two new injuries:Turnbull: The right-hander left after four innings on Saturday with discomfort in his right forearm. The Tigers decided to get a fresh arm and give Fulmer a longer break on the IL.

The Detroit Tigers have designated outfielder JaCoby Jones for assignment, removing him from the 40-man roster. The move was made so the Tigers could add right-handed pitcher Jason Foley to the 40-man roster and bring him to the big leagues. Although the Tigers could seek to trade him to another club, it’s more likely that his status will resolved through waivers. TIGERS’ 40-MAN ROSTER (40)Players in bold are on the 26-man active roster. * on the 10-day Major League injured list** on the 7-day minor-league injured listRight-handed pitcher Julio Teheran (right shoulder strain) is on the 60-day injured list, which removes him from the 40-man roster .

The Detroit Tigers will activate right-handed pitcher Jose Ureña from the 10-day injured list to start Sunday in the series finale against the Chicago White Sox. To make room for Ureña, the Tigers optioned infielder Zack Short to Triple-A Toledo following Saturday’s game. Right-handed pitchers (14): Beau Burrows, Jose Cisnero, Alex Faedo**, Michael Fulmer, Kyle Funkhouser, Bryan Garcia, Rony Garcia, Joe Jimenez, Alex Lange, Matt Manning, Casey Mize, Erasmo Ramirez*, Spencer Turnbull*, Jose Ureña. * on the 10-day Major League injured list** on the 7-day minor-league injured listRight-handed pitcher Julio Teheran (right shoulder strain) is on the 60-day injured list, which removes him from the 40-man roster . RECENT MOVESJune 5: Spencer Turnbull placed on IL; Bryan Garcia recalledJune 3: Victor Reyes placed on IL; Derek Hill recalledMay 30: Bryan Garcia optioned; Rony Garcia recalledMay 29: Jose Ureña placed on IL; Zack Short recalled

But it hasn’t escaped notice that a significant change at one position has roughly coincided with the Tigers’ late-May hot streak. Q: Do Haase and Rogers really represent that big of an upgrade over Ramos and Greiner? Ultimately I think Ramos can still be useful as a designated hitter, pinch-hitter and, yes, a backup or third catcher. Q: Who will the Tigers use later in the summer when Mize and Skubal hit their innings limits? The Tigers haven’t given a specific number, but Mize is currently on pace for 180 innings in a 162-game season.

Online voting began on Thursday afternoon, and the Tigers have a couple of intriguing candidates worthy of consideration. But outfielder Robbie Grossman and third baseman Jeimer Candelario almost certainly lack the star power to win the fan vote. That’s what happened when Joe Jimenez and Shane Greene were chosen as the Tigers’ lone representatives in 2018 and 2019, respectively. So that pathway could open a door for someone like Michael Fulmer or, if he can harness his control, Gregory Soto. TIGER ALL-STARS2020: None2019: RHP Shane Greene2018: RHP Joe Jimenez2017: RHP Michael Fulmer (selected but not on active roster because of pitching assignment); OF Justin Upton (added to roster)2016: Miguel Cabrera (reserve)2015: INF Jose Iglesias, OF J.D.

Fulmer, who had pushed his way into the closer role after a series of strong outings, entered the inning with a 2-1 lead following a brilliant outing by Tigers starter Casey Mize. It was the Royals’ only hit of the game -- and thus a source of potential controversy -- until the seventh inning, when Benintendi led off with an unquestionable single. The Royals scored their first run in the seventh butThe Tigers scored two against Royals starter Kris Bubic in the first inning when Robbie Grossman doubled and Jeimer Candelario, Miguel Cabrera and Eric Haase added singles. The Royals had action in the bullpen and the Tigers seemed on the verge of a big inning. The Tigers will see the Royals again in just three weeks when they return to Kansas City on June 14-16.

Harold Castro hit an RBI single in the bottom of the 10th inning off Craig Kimbrel to give the Detroit Tigers a 9-8 victory over the Chicago Cubs.

Jeimer Candelario hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the 10th inning, and the Detroit Tigers held off the Boston Red Sox for a 6-5 victory.

Danny Duffy pitched five scoreless innings, and the Kansas City Royals kept Detroit’s offense quiet again in a 4-0 victory over the Tigers.

Brady Singer pitched seven impressive innings, and the Kansas City Royals took advantage of some defensive sloppiness by Detroit in a 2-1 victory over the Tigers.

Dinelson Lamet is set for his season debut with the Padres after working back from elbow discomfort that caused him to miss the end of the 2020 season, including the playoffs.

The Detroit Tigers sweep of the Houston Astros was full of awesome moments for Tigers fans, especially since it was as dominant as it was unexpected.

DETROIT – Even though a playoff race isn’t in the cards for the Detroit Tigers this season, there are plenty of reasons to be excited about this team ahead of Opening Day. READ: Meet all 26 members of the Tigers’ rosterWe came up with 22 questions we can’t wait to learn the answers to over the coming months. Nobody knew who he was when the Tigers selected him in the Rule 5 draft, mostly because he missed the entire 2020 season and hasn’t played above High-A ball. An underrated part of the shortened 2020 season was Soto’s hot start. Daniel 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.

C Wilson RamosConfidence: LockRole: Starting catcherThere’s a legitimate three-way battle to back up Ramos, but everyone knows who the starter will be. AdSS Willi CastroConfidence: LockRole: Starting shortstopThere are going to be some defensive miscues, especially on the throw. As a result, the Tigers will have an extra roster spot to play with -- that’s why there will be 27 names on this list. He bet on himself and won, allowing just three runs while striking out 15 batters in 11 spring innings. If we’re being honest, a conversation about Baddoo as a starter feels more justified than a conversation about earning a roster spot.

Scherzer will make his Nationals-record sixth opening day start April 1, facing the New York Mets in Washington. The original lineup released by Washington before the game featured a designated hitter; that was revised to include Scherzer batting for himself. DeGrom struck him out, part of his 4 2/3 scoreless innings with three hits and five Ks. YANKEES 8, BLUE JAYS 3Gerritt Cole struck out eight in five innings, allowing one run in his fourth spring start for New York. BRAVES 11, RAYS 1Atlanta starter Max Fried gave up three hits and struck out five over six innings.

“We’re just talking.”The Mets obtained Lindor from Cleveland in January, and he's signed for this season at $22.3 million. Canning now has 13 strikeouts in 7 2/3 innings. The two-time Cy Young Award winner has permitted three hits in 8 2/3 innings with 16 strikeouts and a walk. Nola has given up 15 hits in 8 2/3 innings, seeing his ERA rise to 10.38. Kyle Wright made his fourth start, giving up two runs on three hits and two walks in 2 2/3 innings.

DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers tendered contracts to all nine of their arbitration-eligible players Wednesday, meaning they will all return for the 2021 season. READ: Detroit Tigers hire University of Michigan’s Chris Fetter as new pitching coachBy tendering contracts to these players, the Tigers will now negotiate salaries for the 2021 season. Last season, the Tigers won an arbitration hearing with Fulmer, who filed for $3.4 million but ultimately earned $2.8 million for the season. Detroit Tigers pitcher Michael Fulmer throws during an intrasquad baseball game, Wednesday, July 8, 2020, in Detroit. Jeimer Candelario #46 of the Detroit Tigers bats against the Chicago Cubs at Comerica Park on August 26, 2020 in Detroit, Michigan.

MINNEAPOLIS Grayson Greiner hit a tiebreaking homer in the eighth inning off left fielder Eddie Rosarios glove and the Detroit Tigers rocked Minnesotas bullpen for eight runs to beat the Twins 10-8 Sunday. The Tigers snapped a streak of five straight losses to the Twins. Tigers reliever Kyle Funkhouser (1-1) earned his first career win and while Bryan Garcia pitched a scoreless ninth for his first big league save. The Tigers finished game with 17 hits, one shy of their season high. Tigers starter Casey Mize gave up three runs on five hits and two walks in four innings.

DETROIT Jonathan Schoop hit a tiebreaking home run in the sixth inning, and the Detroit Tigers finished off a three-game sweep of the Minnesota Twins with a 3-2 victory Sunday. Detroit has won five straight to pull back to .500 on the season. Anything can happen in this short season, and there's a lot of openings.Jeimer Candelario also homered for the Tigers, and Jorge Polanco went deep for the Twins. He also hit three batters and threw a wild pitch that brought home a run in the second. Rich Hill (1-1) takes the mound for the Twins against Lucas Giolito (3-2), who threw a no-hitter in his previous start Tuesday.