Justin Verlander is back, which is big news for Tigers fans. But it doesn't come without a cost. Reese Olson is out for the year. So did the Tigers really get better? Is Verlander's return more than just a farewell tour? All that, plus insight on Austin Slater and the Tigers' outfield depth. 

Tiger Territory is the official Detroit Tigers Podcast of the Foul Territory Network.

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Justin Verlander is back, which is big news for Tigers fans. But it doesn't come without a cost. Reese Olson is out for the year. So did the Tigers really get better? Is Verlander's return more than just a farewell tour? All that, plus insight on Austin Slater and the Tigers' outfield depth.&nbsp;
Tiger Territory is the official Detroit Tigers Podcast of the Foul Territory Network.
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Tiger Territory is your go-to podcast on the Detroit Tigers. Hosts Kieran Steckley and The Athletic beat reporter Cody Stavenhagen bring you inside info and analysis on the Gritty Tigs all year long. Tiger Territory is part of the Foul Territory Network: Baseball the way it should be covered!

Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers Podcast

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