We hear from Robbie Grossman after he knocks in a pair of runs in the Tigers’ 5-3 victory over the Rangers on Wednesday. #DetroitRoots
Associated Press Hempstead, N.Y. — Former Detroit Tiger Frank Catalanotto was hired Wednesday as the baseball coach of Hofstra. Catalanotto replaces John Russo, who said last month that he was retiring after 10 seasons. The 47-year-old Catalanotto went to Smithtown East High School on Long Island, signed a letter of intent with Seton Hall and
Detroit Tigers rookie Casey Mize was only supposed to pitch three innings. His efficiency persuaded manager AJ Hinch to send him back out for the fourth inning. Wednesday’s outing against the Texas Rangers marked Mize’s final outing before the All-Star break. After the break, his innings will be continue to be limited for a couple of starts. “I’m
Arlington, Texas — It was announced before the game that Rangers slugger Joey Gallo would participate in the Home Run Derby next week during the All-Star Game festivities. He chose Wednesday afternoon to start getting loose. Bad timing for Tigers rookie Casey Mize. Gallo hit a pair of two-seam fastballs from Mize a total of 902
Wednesday’s series finale at Globe Life Field marked a tale of two pitchers: One the Tigers couldn’t wait to get rid of; the other, they wished could stick around a little longer. The latter, of course, was starter Casey Mize, who closed out the first half of his first full MLB season by holding the
The afternoon finale of a three-game series in Texas against the Rangers saw the Tigers win 5-3, and win the series two games to one. Gregory Soto came on with the bases loaded in the eighth and no one out, and got the six-out save to complete the game. Casey Mize, whose last trip to
The 2021 MLB Draft is just days away, and the anticipation/dread among Detroit Tigers fans is palpable. Here at MCB we’ve been trying to scratch that draft itch for months, with player profiles, position primers, and retrospectives.
MLB’s Carded is a new show looking at the past, present and future of the baseball card hobby. Each show dives into the latest trends in the industry along with high-profile interviews of the players and collectors that make the card game great. In episode two, we hear from players like Stephen Strasburg on what
TOP 1 DET 1 TEX 0 Result of at-bat Robbie Grossman’s RBI single Batter: Robbie Grossman Pitcher: Kyle Gibson
The best-case scenario for Detroit Tigers right-hander Spencer Turnbull is an early August return — a much different assumption than manager AJ Hinch presented Sunday, when he said Turnbull reported “no problems” after throwing a bullpen in Lakeland, Florida. But Turnbull had a setback in his throwing program. He is recovering from a right forearm strain,
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Ian Krol was very clear about his intentions during Spring Training this year when he remarked, “I’m coming for everything they said I couldn’t have.” It was quite a bold statement for a guy who had pitched only one game in the Majors since 2017, but Krol had the work ethic and the focus to
Arlington, Texas — No sense easing into a Wednesday morning in the middle of a seven-game road trip. The Tigers made a flurry of moves: ► Right-handed pitcher Spencer Turnbull (forearm strain) was transferred to the 60-day injured list after experiencing a setback in his throwing program. ► Left-handed reliever Ian Krol, who pitched for the
Arlington, Texas — He’s got them all shaking their heads in wonder down here. Former Tiger John Hicks has done what no other player in Rangers history has ever done: He’s hit four home runs in his first four games with the club. “There’s some loud sounds coming out of that bat right now,” Rangers manager
Dillon Dingler appears to be taking the fast lane on his Road to Detroit, after spending just 6 weeks in Single A West Michigan he’s making an impact in Double A Erie. Dan Dickerson introduces us to an athletic catcher who’s known for his even-keeled approach.
The speculation has become all too familiar among Detroit Tigers as the July 31 trade deadline looms on the horizon. Who needs a first and/or second baseman? What could the return for Jonathan Schoop look like? Jose Cisnero and Gregory Soto are both proving strong late innings relief options. What team wouldn’t pay up to
It has been almost two years since Ian Kinsler played his last MLB game, back on August 12, 2019. He was 37 years old at the time, and playing with the San Diego Padres. At that point, it had already been two years since he last took the field with the Detroit Tigers, but it’s
Omaha Storm Chasers 6, Toledo Mud Hens 5 (F/10)(box) Mark Leiter Jr. threw a solid game and the offense erupted for a four-run third inning to carry them to an early lead over the Storm Chasers. The Hens took advantage of poor control in the third, as the first three hitters reached on walks. Renato
Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch spoke about the Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal during an appearance on MLB Network’s “High Heat” on Tuesday. The Detroit Tigers were in need of a new manager after Ron Gardenhire retired in 2020, so they opted to sign former Houston Astros skipper A.J. Hinch. The ex-Astros manager was suspended for…
PAPILLION, Neb. – Renato Núñez belted his second grand slam of the season on Tuesday, but the Toledo Mud Hens were left stunned as the Omaha Storm Chasers rallied to steal a 7-5, 10-inning victory at Werner Park. The Mud Hens (30-24) held a 5-1 lead with one out in the bottom of the eighth,