With a return to Detroit on a one-year deal, Justin Verlander now falls into place for the completion of a now more than just competitive rotation. Jeff Passan of ESPN was first to report. Right-hander Justin Verlander and the Detroit Tigers are in agreement on a one-year contract. Verlander, 43 next week, returns to the team with which he spent his first 13 seasons and whose … [Read more...] about Report: Tigers, Justin Verlander Reunite on One Year Deal
Newly Acquired Arm Gives Detroit the Rotation Backbone They Needed
The Tigers spent years laying foundations to build a contender the patient way. Draft, develop, wait, repeat. With the window towards a competitive edge finally open, they’ve decided to accelerate the timeline. By signing left-hander Framber Valdez to a three-year deal, Detroit has done more than just add another arm. They’ve added certainty to a rotation that still lacked a … [Read more...] about Newly Acquired Arm Gives Detroit the Rotation Backbone They Needed
1968 World Series MVP Mickey Lolich Passes Away at 85
Mickey Lolich, the portly left-hander who tossed three complete-game victories in the 1968 World Series, passed away on Wednesday. He was 85. The Associated Press was the first to break the story. The cause of death was not disclosed, but it was known that Lolich had been in hospice care. We are saddened by the passing of three-time All-Star and 1968 World Series MVP Mickey … [Read more...] about 1968 World Series MVP Mickey Lolich Passes Away at 85
Two-Time Cy Young Winner Becomes Arbitration Record Holder
Two-Time Cy Young award winner Tarik Skubal has won his arbitration case against the Detroit Tigers, sources confirmed to LWOS. Jeff Passan of ESPN was the first to report the deal. Two-Time Cy Young Winner Becomes Arbitration Record Holder BREAKING: Two-time reigning American League Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal won his arbitration case and will make $32 million this year, … [Read more...] about Two-Time Cy Young Winner Becomes Arbitration Record Holder
One Key Player Is Ready to Become the Star the Detroit Tigers Have Been Waiting For
Every Major League franchise needs a face. A player who embodies the team, the fan base, and sometimes represents the city itself. In Detroit, that role has remained vacant since Miguel Cabrera stepped away. The Tigers’ rebuild has delivered promising talent, but in Riley Greene, they are finally ready to present a true star. Then to Now Greene’s career began with elevated … [Read more...] about One Key Player Is Ready to Become the Star the Detroit Tigers Have Been Waiting For