Dan Dickerson goes one-on-one with Dylan Smith, who has taken an unusual path to become the Tigers 3rd round pick in the 2022 draft. Now, the hard-throwing right-hander out of Alabama is impressing many while embracing the new training techniques in the Tigers system.
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The finale of a 3-part series profiling the Tigers top prospects includes an update on a pair of generational talents who may find themselves in Detroit this season, outfielder Riley Greene and first baseman Spencer Torkelson. Plus, catcher Dillon Dingler continues to make his case that he’s not far behind, while high school phenom Jackson
Dillon Dingler impressed many during his first full season as a pro, rising from single A West Michigan to double A Erie. The Tigers #4 prospect according to MLB Pipeline is now looking to build on that big first year, and one day fulfill the expectations that come with being the franchise’s “catcher of the
Meet Elvin Rodriguez, the pitching prospect the Tigers acquired in a deal for Justin Upton in 2017. The Tigers added the 23-year-old right-hander to their 40-man roster, a sure sign they believe in his potential and do not want to risk losing him this offseason.
Outfielder Riley Greene and righthanded pitcher Beau Brieske have been selected the 2021 Tigers Minor League Player and Pitcher of the Year. Greene, 21, combined to play in 124 games between Double A Erie and Triple A Toledo in 2021, hitting .301/.387/.534 with 25 doubles, eight triples, 24 home runs and 84 RBI. Greene is
In its inaugural season, HOME took viewers through the biggest moments and most compelling storylines of what became a surprising and eventful season at Comerica Park. So it’s only fitting that in the final episode, the focus turns to the two individuals who had the most impact in shaping the experiences of Tigers fans at
Akil Baddoo robbed an early attempt at a home run off the bat of Hunter Dozier, clearing the way for an offensive outburst later that would pave the way to a 5-1 Tigers win. Miguel Cabrera led the attack with 3 hits and 4 RBI. Miggy now stands at 2,983 career hits with 8 games
Derek Hill legged out a walkoff double – for reasons that remain unclear – as Victor Reyes raced around third to score the only run of the ballgame, giving the Tigers a second straight walkoff win over a division-leading team. Wily Peralta gave up just 2 hits in 6 innings to get the Tigers started.
Miguel Cabrera’s 502nd home run of his career tied this one up at 3-3 in the bottom of the fourth but it was the 2,963rd hit of his career three innings later that would give the Tigers the lead for good. An 8-6 win over the A’s also included home runs from Akil Baddoo and
Dan Dickerson sits down with Ty Madden, the Tigers late first round pick out of the University of Texas.
Jonathan Schoop slugged his 17th home run of the season and the Tigers rolled to a 7-0 win over the Twins one day after sweeping both games of a doubleheader. Jeimer Candelario also added a no-doubt home run, while Miguel Cabrera picked up an RBI when his single scored the speedy Derek Hill from 2nd
Bryant Packard is picking up steam on the Road to Detroit after shedding a few pounds and locking in at the plate. The product of East Carolina University, he’s doing what he’s always seemed to be able to do wherever he’s gone – crushing baseballs. Now he’s doing it as a member of the West
Spencer Torkelson and Riley Greene both shined at the plate and in the field during the 2021 MLB All-Star Futures Game. The Tigers top two prospects teamed up for 3 hits, as well as a variety of nice plays with the glove.
In part 2 of a 3-part series looking at the players MLB Pipeline has identified at the top of its predraft rankings, we profile 3 high school shortstops who have wowed scouts across the country. It’s unclear if only 1, 2 or all 3 of these athletic infielders will be available at #3 overall, but