The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley discuss the latest report on the Tigers’ interest in Ryan Helsley as a starting pitcher. Would the move actually make sense? They also discuss the latest on Detroit’s decisions to non-tender Andy Ibáñez, agree to terms with Beau Brieske and more and the hot stove begins to
Detroit Tigers target ex-Mets reliever Ryan Helsley as a surprise starting pitcher candidate. Is this high-velocity experiment the key to revamping Detroit’s rotation, or a risky gamble with a struggling arm? Scott Bentley breaks down the Tigers’ non-tender moves, including Andy Ibáñez’s departure, and discusses arbitration updates for Matt Vierling, Jake Rogers, and Bo Brieske.
Before The Snap’s Week 13 picks include USC-Oregon, BYU-Cincinnati, Pitt-Georgia Tech, Missouri-Oklahoma and Utah-Kansas State.
Detroit Tigers face pivotal decisions at MLB’s non-tender deadline—could Andy Ibáñez and key relievers be on the chopping block? Will Tarek Skubal stay in the Motor City, or is a blockbuster trade or massive extension looming? Scott Bentley reviews the Tigers’ arbitration-eligible and pre-arb roster, spotlighting Reese Olson, Parker Meadows, and Jamai Jones while debating
The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley discuss Gleyber Torres’ decision to accept the $22.025 million qualifying offer and return to the Tigers in 2026. Does the decision make sense for Torres and the team? What does it mean for the chances of Kevin McGonigle making the Opening Day roster? What about the Tigers’
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Former Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson catches up with The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley. Hear Austin’s thoughts on the 2025 Tigers, the MLB playoffs, the state of the game in American culture and more. Do the Tigers have enough star power? Did Austin know when the 2015-16 Cubs were about to go from
On “Days of Roar,” Evan Petzold and Chris Brown recap a busy week of offseason news for the Detroit Tigers and look ahead to some big decisions, including Tarik Skubal winning the 2025 American League Cy Young Award (becoming the first AL back-to-back winner in the 21st century) and Gleyber Torres preparing to decide whether
The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley discuss the comments from Tarik Skubal and agent Scott Boras from Winter Meetings in Las Vegas. What’s the latest read on Skubal’s future? Even if the Tigers could extend Skubal … would it be the right choice? Plus: Thoughts on the Tigers’ pursuit of pitching. What part
Detroit Tigers prioritize pitching as GM Jeff Greenberg outlines the club’s winter strategy. With Tarik Skubal coming off back-to-back Cy Young seasons, will Detroit secure their ace with a long-term extension or make bold roster moves? Intrigue builds around Scott Boras’s cryptic comments and Skubal’s future, while the front office eyes significant upgrades both on
Before The Snap’s Week 12 picks include Clemson-Louisville, Oklahoma-Alabama, Iowa-USC, Utah-Baylor and Texas-Georgia.
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