June 11th Coronavirus Update, Michigan festival and concert producers submit reopening proposals to Whitmer, Ford Bronco moves into outdoor vehicle space, and Detroit Tigers take Spencer Torkelson in the MLB Draft.
February starts tomorrow but Alex Bregman is still unsigned. Throughout the winter, he has reportedly been sitting on a six-year, $156MM offer from the Astros. Jon Heyman of The New York Post reports that he also has a “lucrative” six-year offer, with an opt-out after the first year, from another club “that may not be
Delayed Census data is causing problem for Michigan redistricting commission, 23 employees test positive for COVID-19 at Whole Foods store in Midtown Detroit, Sportsmen, lawmakers to state wildlife managers: Allow Michigan wolf hunting, trapping, and Willi Castro HR highlights Detroit Tigers’ 10-2 win in Grapefruit League opener.
Detroit Food Fighters pay restaurant workers $18 an hour before paying themselves; Officials looking at ways to vaccinate homebound seniors against the coronavirus; Why you don’t want to post a selfie with your vaccine card; Draft of 4th Aretha Franklin will emerges, two years after handwritten wills discovered; Detroit Tigers prospect Matt Manning strikes out
Once upon a time, many years ago, in the sweltering heat of a Kansas City summer, I tossed a ball to Phil Coke, and he very obligingly signed a baseball for me. Now, being a fool, the only pen I had with me was ballpoint, and the signatures I collected from Coke (and Gene Lamont!)
Jackson Jobe stayed atop the prospect rankings in 2024, and Jaden Hamm was the breakout pitcher of the year in the system, but don’t forget about right-hander Troy Melton. After a major breakout season in 2023, Melton had a quieter year tackling the Double-A level, but there is still plenty to like in his game.
AG accepts GOP lawmaker’s request to investigate those peddling election lies, Hot Sam’s men’s clothing store celebrates 100 years with event downtown Detroit, ‘Perfect storm’ brings tax refund delays, triggers some trouble ahead, and Detroit Tigers take Jackson Jobe with No. 3 pick in 2021 MLB draft.
Thousands without power after wave of metro Detroit storms; southbound M-10 reopens, Detroit Tigers swept by Kansas City Royals in 6-1 loss as Tarik Skubal spanked early, and Steve Yzerman “hates giving up draft picks” but it made Detroit Red Wings stronger.
Oxford High School basketball player, shooting victim can’t understand why he’s up for a courage award; Mayor Mike Duggan to highlight jobs, blight and education in State of the City; Detroit Tigers’ Opening Day tentatively set for April 8 after MLB labor agreement reached and Michigan State basketball nearly gives it away, beats Maryland, 76-72,
The Tigers finalized a one-year deal to add Tommy Kahnle to the back of their bullpen this afternoon. President of baseball operations Scott Harris spoke with reporters shortly after that signing was announced. Asked about next steps, Harris pointed to both the position player group and the relief corps as continued target areas. “We’re going
The first tornado to touch down in Gaylord since 1950. Finnish diplomats, academics and business leaders at the Port of Detroit. Detroit Tigers and Michigan athletics highlight a busy sports weekend.
Moroun builds case for ‘substantial’ damages over his properties lost to competing bridge; ‘Our community is next’: Roe v. Wade sparks fear in LGBTQ community; A Delta flight from London to Detroit had no passengers but 1,000 bags. Here’s why and MLB draft 2022: Breaking down Detroit Tigers’ picks in Rounds 3-10.
The Tigers have designated right-hander Alex Faedo for assignment, per Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press. His spot on the 40-man roster will go to newly signed reliever Tommy Kahnle, whose one-year deal has been made official. Faedo, 29, was the 18th overall pick back in 2017. The former Florida Gators standout has pitched
Behind-the-scenes look at the Tigers celebration of Hall of Fame Manager Jim Leyland during the 2024 season at Comerica Park. Leyland commented on the makeup of the team at that point in the season saying “I think this team is going to get healthy and they’re going to have a great September.” From Opening Day