We might have to agree.
Happy Wednesday, everyone! The Tigers have officially won their series against the Rays with a win yesterday and will be looking to sweep the series today. While unfortunately it does seem that the hopes of seeing Zach McKinstry at the All-Star Game might be dashed (Rays’ third baseman Junior Caminero has been selected to replace Alex Bregman), he still put on quite a show this week.
We’ve got plenty to sink your teeth into today, so let’s just get right into it.
Detroit Tigers News:
- A Tigers’ bat boy is a finalist for the All-Star Game crew.
- Michael Rosen at FanGraphs gets really into specifics with what’s working so well for Riley Greene.
- The Tigers have released Manuel Margot and signed a minor league deal with Devin Smeltzer .
- Let’s go minors!
The Tigers’ farm system remains on a roll.
Every Tigers MiLB farm team, minus the DSL, has a winning record and High-A West Michigan has the best record in full-season ball.
What other organizations round out the top 5? https://t.co/GMio7jqPYr
— Baseball America (@BaseballAmerica) July 8, 2025
- Some insights from Scott Harris.
Scott Harris joined the broadcast last night, sharing thoughts on:
– What is the Tigers team identity?
– Journey of key players like McKinstry, Baez, Dingler, and Torkelson arriving to their breakout seasons.
– Mindfulness surrounding promoting young players through the system. pic.twitter.com/94DTiraMR9— Tigers PR (@DetroitTigersPR) July 8, 2025
AL Central News:
MLB News:
- Rafael Devers continues to have a hard time being a team player in San Francisco, according to a former Giants’ coach.
- I love well-timed announcing.
Karl Ravech: “Seiya Suzuki’s gotta be in Atlanta, doesn’t he? He’s an All-Star.”
David Cone: “How about a late entry into the [Home Run Derby] too?”
*Seiya Suzuki immediately homers*
Cone: “My work here is done.” ⚾️ ️ #MLB pic.twitter.com/BstYrHEb73
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) July 7, 2025
- Schedule and ticket information for the 2026 World Baseball Classic are now available.
- Clayton Kershaw thought his “Legend” selection to the All-Star Game was “weird but cool.”
- A look at the unexpected surge of the Blue Jays, and the tight AL East race.
- A collection of Willie Mays’ personal items are heading to auction to raise money for charity.
- How catching prospects are being evaluated ahead of the draft.
- You know an umpire is having a rough game when even Shohei Ohtani shows his frustration.
- Here’s how every team can upgrade at the Trade Deadline .
- Check out the official balls for the All-Star Game events.