Detroit Tigers' Spencer Torkelson and other trends to watch as season continues, plus we learn about hot start for improved Royals

Mark and Evan talk the Detroit Tigers' 3rd spot in the AL Central this week. The guys note the improved approach on offense and how the team is drawing more walks. They also cover the recent lapses in defense and highlight the stellar performance of the bullpen so far. The guys also tip their hats …

Jeff Greenberg discusses Detroit Tigers, journey from intern to general manager

The continuing offensive problems hounding the Detroit Tigers are directly at the center of Mark and Evan's minds. In this week's pod, the guys consider if the lackluster batting is the type of hitting we'll see all season long. They also zoom in on the struggles of Parker Meadows, Spencer Torkelso…

It's still early, but how concerning is Detroit Tigers' offense? Bobby L. Scales II joins to unpack big question

After a 3-3 week, questions continue to percolate around the hitting prowess of the Detroit Tigers. Mark and Evan dive into the offensive concerns and break down if stronger bats should have been acquired in the off-season. Based on what they've seen so far, have the guys' thoughts on this season c…

What we've learned about 3-0 Detroit Tigers and what's next

After the first weekend of real baseball for 2024, the Detroit Tigers are 3-0 for the first time since 2016. With the caveat that the White Sox will most likely struggle this season, Mark and Evan discuss major takeaways from the series. The guys break down A. J. Hinch's masterful coaching maneuver…

Previewing 2024 season for Detroit Tigers and sizing up AL Central rival with help from insider

Opening day is finally here this week! With the 2024 regular season just days away, Mark and Evan catch us up on the final pitching starting rotation spots now filled by Reese Olson and Casey Mize. What do the guys make of Matt Manning being sent down to AAA? Later, the guys discuss the poor slow A…

When should Jackson Jobe make his MLB debut, and how should Detroit Tigers complete Opening Day roster?

Opening Day is just 10 (!!!) days away, and things are heating up down in Florida with plenty of interesting storylines. Mark and Evan open the show by discussing the Tigers' strong pitching performances this week and then get into a realistic time frame for Jackson Jobe to make his MLB debut after…

Jason Benetti joins to talk about broadcasting style, Detroit Tigers in spring training

Mark and Evan continue our spring training coverage this week. With two weeks worth of spring games already in the books, the guys start the show by analyzing how things are shaping up with hitting so far. Later, the guys talk how Matt Manning, Casey Mize, and Reese Olsen are competing for the two …

Evaluating Javier Báez's swing and the impressive pitching velocity of Detroit Tigers

The spring training grind continues with Evan remotely joining Mark this week from Florida. After an offseason full of discussion and speculation on what Javier Báez needs to adjust in his batting approach, the guys finally have a small sample size of at bats to review. While the "Days of Roar" cre…

Detroit Tigers sign Gio Urshela to play third base, but his playing time hasn't been determined yet

Our coverage of spring training continues with Evan still reporting from Lakeland. Evan joins Mark remotely to discuss the recent signing of Gio Urshela. The guys break down if Urshela is likely to be the everyday third baseman, analyze how the deal could benefit the Tigers, and bring up some quest…

Recapping first week of Detroit Tigers spring training, explaining expectations from management, players

With the first week now behind us, Evan and Mark help us focus on which players should have our attention this spring training. The guys also discuss the open DH spot, what Scott Harris and A.J. Hinch expect for the 2024 season, recent player signings, the heat Jackson Jobe has been throwing and ev…