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Pirates walk-off win worsens Tigers' playoff odds
sports8 days ago

Pirates walk-off win worsens Tigers' playoff odds

Detroit blew a late lead as Kenley Jansen surrendered two two-strike homers in the bottom of the ninth—first Rafael Flores Jr. and then Brandon Lowe—to lift Pittsburgh to a 4‑3 walk-off win and clinch the series. The loss drops Detroit to 61‑66, fourth in the AL Central, five games back of the White Sox and 1.5 behind the third wild-card with 35 games left. Jackson Jobe outdueled Paul Skenes early, but the Tigers’ bullpen and offense couldn’t finish, keeping their playoff odds shrinking as they head into the next stretch of games.

Tigers surge early, hold on for 8-5 win over Pirates
sports10 days ago

Tigers surge early, hold on for 8-5 win over Pirates

Detroit jumped out to an early lead and withstood a late Pirates rally to beat Pittsburgh 8-5. Pirates starter Carmen Mlodzinski struggled, issuing seven walks, while Detroit’s Framber Valdez earned the win despite some hiccups. Tigers' Kevin McGonigle opened the scoring with a two‑run homer, and Pittsburgh answered late with Nick Yorke’s three‑run double and Callahan’s two‑run single, but Detroit’s bullpen closed it out as the Tigers moved to 60-64 and the Pirates dropped to 61-65.

Tigers Call Up Brett Callahan for MLB Debut as Cruz is Designated
baseball11 days ago

Tigers Call Up Brett Callahan for MLB Debut as Cruz is Designated

The Detroit Tigers promoted Brett Callahan from Triple-A Toledo to make his MLB debut and designated Trei Cruz for assignment to clear a 40-man spot. Callahan, 24, has a strong minor-league track record (Double-A: .268/.374/.504, 133 wRC+, 29 steals) and could provide outfield depth as injuries to Carpenter, Greene, and Outman linger; he’ll remain rookie-eligible if he stays under 130 at-bats this season. Cruz, who debuted in June, has struggled to a .232/.288/.289 line with a 56 wRC+ in Toledo and was designated for assignment to preserve roster flexibility, with a real chance to return to Triple-A if he clears waivers.

Freeman’s Welcome Message Helps Skubal Navigate Dodgers Debut
sports17 days ago

Freeman’s Welcome Message Helps Skubal Navigate Dodgers Debut

Freddie Freeman says Tarik Skubal’s emotions after being traded to the Dodgers are natural, and Dodger Stadium’s energy should help him settle in as he prepares for his first home start; Skubal, excited to connect with Dodgers fans, remains focused on contributing to a World Series run, despite tears leaving Detroit and a camp denial that he intends to test free agency amid reports of a Tigers offer.

Freeman Rallies Behind Skubal Amid Tigers Return Talk
sports17 days ago

Freeman Rallies Behind Skubal Amid Tigers Return Talk

Dodgers star Freddie Freeman defended Tarik Skubal after the pitcher said he would love to return to Detroit, noting that emotions run high after a trade and long ties to an organization. Skubal, acquired from the Tigers at the trade deadline for three top prospects, voiced his affection for Detroit and hinted negotiations could resume after the season, while Freeman stressed that such feelings are natural but doesn’t reflect a lack of commitment to his current team, with Skubal under Dodgers control only through the remainder of this season.

Tigers Activate Jobe, Set for Season Debut Against Giants
sports20 days ago

Tigers Activate Jobe, Set for Season Debut Against Giants

Detroit activated Jackson Jobe from the 60-day injured list and optioned Brenan Hanifee to Triple-A Toledo to clear a spot in the rotation, with Jobe set to rejoin the Tigers’ rotation and make his season debut tomorrow at Oracle Park against the Giants after 14 months away from MLB following Tommy John surgery. The move comes as Detroit has two 40-man openings after trading Casey Mize and Gage Workman and looks to stabilize a bullpen in a pivotal stretch.

Skubal Leaves Door Open to Tigers Return After Dodgers Stint
sports21 days ago

Skubal Leaves Door Open to Tigers Return After Dodgers Stint

Tarik Skubal, traded from Detroit to the Dodgers on Aug. 1, said on the Pardon My Take podcast that he’d love to finish his career in Detroit and that talks could resume after the playoffs; a Tigers reunion isn’t guaranteed given his high 2027 free-agent value and interest from big-market teams, though there is precedent for teams re-signing traded players. Skubal also emotional about leaving Detroit and he allowed two earned runs in six innings in his Dodgers debut loss on Aug. 4.

Dodgers land Tarik Skubal in multi-prospect blockbuster to fuel title run
sports21 days ago

Dodgers land Tarik Skubal in multi-prospect blockbuster to fuel title run

Los Angeles won the Tarik Skubal deadline sweepstakes with a multi‑prospect package (Zyhir Hope, River Ryan, Brady Smith) that balanced Detroit’s demand for pitching depth and value, as several other teams–including the Brewers, Braves, Yankees, Cubs and Rays–couldn’t match. Detroit aimed to balance its core with more pitching prospects while staying competitive, and Skubal’s addition bolsters the Dodgers’ postseason chances and repeat bid, aided by the team’s depth and resources. The trade landscape also highlighted different strategies and risk tolerances across clubs.

Speier Receives Three-Game Suspension for Intentional Pitch at Torres; Wilson Also Suspended
baseball21 days ago

Speier Receives Three-Game Suspension for Intentional Pitch at Torres; Wilson Also Suspended

MLB suspended Mariners left-hander Gabe Speier for three games and fined him (amount undisclosed) for intentionally throwing at Detroit’s Gleyber Torres; Mariners manager Dan Wilson was suspended for one game. Speier is appealing, so the ban is held in abeyance during the appeal, while Wilson serves today. The incident followed earlier tensions in the game, with benches clearing and Speier and Wilson ejected; Seattle will have to play short-handed while the appeal unfolds. The article notes teams sometimes drop an appeal to shorten the discipline, potentially reducing Speier’s punishment after he pitches more.

Mize's Padres debut stalls as Cameron shines and Braves extend streak
sports22 days ago

Mize's Padres debut stalls as Cameron shines and Braves extend streak

Casey Mize's San Diego debut was a disaster, allowing eight earned runs over 3 1/3 innings after being traded from Detroit; Noah Cameron continued his run of dominance for Kansas City, tossing eight innings with nine strikeouts and just two hits allowed; Bryce Elder gave Atlanta seven solid innings as the Braves extended their win streak to seven and edged the Dodgers in the NL standings, positioning themselves for a potential first-round playoff bye as the season heads toward October.

sports22 days ago

Mariners edge Tigers as benches clear and Speier is ejected

Seattle beat Detroit 4-2 after a benches-clearing incident in the eighth when Mariners reliever Gabe Speier threw inside at Gleyber Torres, leading to Speier and Mariners manager Dan Wilson’s ejections. Detroit trimmed Seattle’s lead with Dillon Dingler’s two‑run homer in the eighth, but Julio Rodríguez’s three‑run homer in the sixth and Colt Emerson’s ninth-inning shot, backed by seven shutout innings from Bryan Woo, sealed the win.

Dodgers land Tarik Skubal, denying Brewers with pitching-focused bid
sports22 days ago

Dodgers land Tarik Skubal, denying Brewers with pitching-focused bid

The Dodgers topped Milwaukee in the Tarik Skubal bid, landing the left-hander with a pitching-heavy package that Detroit reportedly valued for controllable arms (including River Ryan) over the Brewers’ hitter-led offer led by Luis Peña. Skubal’s Dodgers debut helped reinforce LA’s playoff rotation alongside Yamamoto and Snell, while denying Milwaukee a chance to counter in October. The Brewers’ stronger-than-expected offer ultimately wasn’t the package Detroit preferred, paving the way for the Dodgers to win the trade despite Milwaukee’s aggression.