What did the Tigers’ series victory against the Milwaukee Brewers say about this team? Were two home runs enough to erase concerns about Spencer Torkelson? Should we actually care about Tarik Skubal’s ability to go deep into games? And is this really the best span of starts in Casey Mize’s career? The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen
Tigers Territory
The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley turn to reader questions after a tough Tigers loss to the Brewers. Should we be worried about Gleyber Torres declining? How high is the concern level with Spencer Torkelson? What’s with the Tigers’ PFP issues? And does the organization need to change the way its evaluating pitching?
How should we feel after the Tigers split a four-game series in Boston? The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley sit down to discuss that and much more. Topics on this episode include: What is the worry level for Drew Anderson? Is Dillon Dingler truly budding into a star catcher? What’s behind Spencer Torkelson’s
The Detroit Tigers won in walk-off fashion to cap a perfect 6-0 homestand. The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley bring you all the reaction. Was Thursday a game we’ll look back to at the end of the season? What’s behind Colt Keith’s hot start? Should we be concerned about the latest Justin Verlander
The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley react live to the news of Kevin McGonigle’s eight-year, $150 million contract extension with the Detroit Tigers. Is this a good deal for both sides? Are the Tigers moving differently these days? Kieran and Cody follow the McGonigle news with their usual episode, focusing on the Tigers’
The Tigers got their act together with a pristine three-game sweep of the Miami Marlins. The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley react to the series and what it means. Can the Tigers continue pitching at an elite level? With Parker Meadows out, should we now consider Javier Baez the primary center fielder? As
It was another tough day for the Tigers, with Parker Meadows leaving the game after a collision and the Tigers getting swept. What’s the latest on Meadows? What is the concern level after the Tigers drop to 4-9? And are there underlying signs of better days to come? The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran
How should we feel about the Tigers’ 4-7 start? Should we be concerned about the team not playing to its capabilities? How are things looking for the likes of Jahmai Jones, Parker Meadows and Max Clark? The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley join to discuss all that and more. Tiger Territory is the
The Tigers took two of three in their first home series, and we also came away with other questions about the team. What is the concern level for Justin Verlander’s injury? What’s behind Colt Keith’s hot start? Is is too soon to worry about Spencer Torkelson? And what’s with people knocking A.J. Hinch’s managing style?
How should we be reacting to the Tigers’ offensive woes in Arizona? What should we make of hot starts from Colt Keith and Casey Mize, plus a rocky first outing for Justin Verlander? And how do Kevin McGonigle and Javier Baez fit together in the Tigers’ infield puzzle? The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and guest host
On a special episode of Tiger Territory, The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley interivew Adam Henig, author of the new Ron Leflore biography titled, “Baseball’s Outcast: The Story of Ron LeFlore.” Henig discusses the roots of his interest in LeFlore, LeFlore’s journey from pirson to the major leagues and beyond, plus the art
Is Colt Keith’s 4-for-9 start a sign of bigger things to come? The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and guest host Rogelio Castillo of TIgers Minor League Report dive into Keith’s swing and some of the data to break it down. Plus: — Should Kerry Carpenter be in the leadoff spot? — How is Justin Verlander influencing
Kevin McGonigle recorded four hits in his MLB debut, and the hype keeps growing larger. Former Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson joins The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and special guest Rogelio Castillo of Tigers minor-league report to discuss all things McGonigle and more from Opening Day. How do we feel about McGonigle playing third versus shortstop? What
Kevin McGonigle is on the team and set to debut Thursday against the San Diego Padres. How should we feel? And what position will he play? The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley break down everything McGonigle related, plus a dive into some of the team’s other roster decisions. Was Parker Meadows over Wenceel