Who will be the next Tigers to win major awards?

Will Kevin McGonigle win an MVP? Is Tory Melton or Jackson Jobe more likely to develop into a Cy Young winner? And who will be the next Tigers to win Rookie of the Year or a Gold Glove? The Athletic's cohost Cody Stavenhagen and Kieran Steckley break down all that, plus a look at Cody's story on t…

How much would Jacob deGrom cost? What can Detroit learn from the World Series?

t's the offseason, which means all ideas are on the table. Here's one: If the Tigers wanted to pursue Jacob deGrom, how much would it cost them? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley go down the prospect list to show how not all trades are so easy. Plus: What can the Tigers le…

5 free agents who could make sense for the Tigers

Is this free agent class as bad as it seems? And are there still fits for the Tigers out there? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley go over the pros and cons of a few names, starting with a familiar face. — Despite all the drama, does Tarik Skubal still best fit Detroit's ne…

5 Tigers who are likely to return in 2027

The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley go over the cases for keeping five Tigers on the fringe. — Does Zach McKinstry's defense and baserunning keep him safe? — Is there really an upgrade over Spencer Torkelson? — Can Trey Sweeney return and make an impact? — What about Wenceel…

5 Tigers players who might not be back next season

Roster crunch time is near for the Detroit Tigers. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley discuss candidates the team might part with.  Is Kenley Jansen for sure gone?  Will Matt Vierling's time come to an end? How safe is Kerry Carpenter?  Tiger Territory is the official De…

Analysis: How comfortable are the Tigers at each position?

We go around the horn with The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley, evaluating the Tigers' comfort level at each position on the diamond.  Is Dillon Dingler a home run? Who might not be back after the season? And how does River Ryan factor in with the rest of the rotation?  Tig…

Tigers 2026 grades and awards

The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley kick off the offseason by handing out grades and awards for the 2026 Tigers. — Does the bullpen get a failing grade? — What do we make of varied offensive numbers? — Who is the team ROY if you don't include Kevin McGonigle? — Plus: Updates…

Reaction: What we learned from Scott Harris' postmortem presser

The year is over, and Scott Harris and A.J. Hinch gave all their end-of-year thoughts Monday in Detroit. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley react to what was said and what it means. — Despite a poor season, is Scott Harris more convicted than ever? — Why the Tigers won't go…

Takeaways from Justin Verlander's farewell and the Tigers' finale

Justin Verlander's emotional final start was the talk of the sport, and the Tigers capped a disappointing season. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley dive into all the storylines. — What were the vibes on the last day of the season? — What stood out most about JV's farewell?…

Justin Verlander's legacy and the meaning of his final weekend

Justin Verlander is set for the final outing of his career Saturday. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley talk all things Verlander and more. — Is there an answer to Dillon Dingler's struggles in August and September? — When we talk about Verlander's legacy, what are the firs…