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
Tigers Territory
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
Some players such as Matt Vierling and Kevin McGonigle had terrific springs. Others such as Max Clark and Wenceel Pérez struggled. But what does it all mean? And coudl McGonigle’s (relatively) slow finish impact his hunt for a roster spot? The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley break it all down, featuring thoughts on
We are less than a week from Opening Day. The Tigers roster is mostly set with, of course, the Kevin McGonigle decision looming. What would be the lineup vs. left-handed pitching if McGonigle and Parker Meadows make the roster? Plus, how should we feel about Casy Mize’s spring? And, who are the breakouts of Spring
After his best outing of the spring, is Justin Verlander ready to rock in the regular season? And after a difficult stretch, has Parker Meadows done enough to break camp on the major-league roster? Plus, the latest on Kevin McGonigle’s roster status and Beau Brieske’s injury. With Brieske likely to start on the injured list,
First-round pick Jordan Yost hit a home-run in his first MLB spring training game. Spencer Torkelson, Riley Greene, Matt Vierling and Framber Valdez also had strong days as we enter the final week of camp. The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley break it all down, from assessing the most valuable Tigers in the
If we’re putting Kevin McGonigle on the Opening Day roster, who is coming off? The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley dig into the scenarios. Who is at risk on the 40-man roster? Is Jahmai Jones safe? Who is more likely to be optioned — Parker Meadows or Wenceel Perez? Could the Tigers carry
Tarik Skubal is under scrutiny for his Team USA decision. But is all that actually fair? The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley dive into a deeper perspective on Skubal and how his public profile has changed and risen. Plus, the latest on Enmanuel De Jesus’s ascent to a serious roster candidate. And another
Tarik Skubal shined in his World Baseball Classic debut. And now the spotlight is larger as a decision on whether to pitch again for Team USA looms. The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and co-host Kieran Steckley discuss. Plus, Enmanuel De Jesus continues to make an interesting roster case. And, how a poor spring for Parker Meadows