Alex Lange quickly became a staple of the Detroit Tigers’ pitching corps after joining the team in 2021. He only continued to progress with more service time under his belt, eventually serving as the franchise’s full-time closer, adding 26 saves to his resume in 2023. With hopes to compete in the next season, Lange was slated to return to the role after a promising campaign. … [Read more...] about Long-Awaited Return of Alex Lange Will Boost Tigers’ Struggling Bullpen
Dynamic Duo Emerging in Tigers Bullpen Since Trade Deadline
On the day of the trade deadline, the Detroit Tigers acquired reliever Kyle Finnegan from the Washington Nationals, allowing for Will Vest to pitch in high-leverage situations and for Finnegan to close the deal. While Vest has a sub-2.00 ERA in the ninth inning, he does have an 8.10 ERA in the seventh and a 5.93 ERA in the eighth inning. However, Vest has found a way to remain … [Read more...] about Dynamic Duo Emerging in Tigers Bullpen Since Trade Deadline
Pair of Southpaws Duking it Out for the AL Cy Young Award
Tarik Skubal. Garrett Crochet. Without a doubt, the two best pitchers in the American League are throwing punch for punch, trying to win the American League Cy Young Award. For Skubal, he is trying to make history and become the first AL pitcher since Pedro Martinez in 1999-2000 to win back-to-back AL Cy Youngs. Crochet is trying to put a wrench in that and capture his first AL … [Read more...] about Pair of Southpaws Duking it Out for the AL Cy Young Award
MLB Trade Deadline Report Card: Grading All 30 Teams’ Deadline Deals
The 2025 MLB trade deadline exploded with blockbuster trades and last-minute deals, closing at 6 p.m. ET on July 31. Consequently, fans and insiders buzzed with excitement. Ken Rosenthal called it “a wild, wild day,” highlighting the fast-paced transactions reshaping rosters. Similarly, Jeff Passan noted “a deadline defined by surprises,” emphasizing the unexpected high-profile … [Read more...] about MLB Trade Deadline Report Card: Grading All 30 Teams’ Deadline Deals
Report: Tigers Trade for Kyle Finnegan
The Detroit Tigers have made another move for relief help, acquiring former All-Star closer Kyle Finnegan from the Washington Nationals. Finnegan was an All-Star in 2024 in what was a career year for the closer, as he finished third in the MLB in saves with 38. This year has been somewhat of a down year for him this season, losing nearly one MPH on his fastball, and converting … [Read more...] about Report: Tigers Trade for Kyle Finnegan