Tigers invite 22 players to Major League camp
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers announced the following 22 players have been invited to Major League Spring Training. With today’s additions, there will be 62 players in Major League Spring Training for the Tigers. Pitchers (10): Elvis Alvarado, Kervin Castro, Angel De Jesus, Miguel Del Pozo, Miguel Diaz, Brenan Hanifee,
Tigers acquire INF/OF Matt Vierling, INF/OF Nick Maton and C Donny Sands from Philadelphia in exchange for INF/OF Kody Clemens and LHP Gregory Soto
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers announced that they have acquired infielder/outfielder Matt Vierling, infielder/outfielder Nick Maton and catcher Donny Sands from the Philadelphia Phillies in exchange for infielder/outfielder Kody Clemens and lefthanded pitcher Gregory Soto. Vierling, 26, spent most of the 2022 season with the Phillies, hitting .246/.297/.351 with 12
Tigers acquire INF Tyler Nevin from Orioles in exchange for cash considerations
DETROIT -- The Detroit Tigers announced that they have acquired infielder Tyler Nevin from the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for cash considerations. Nevin, 25, saw time with both Baltimore and Triple-A Norfolk in 2022. In 58 games with the Orioles, Nevin hit .197/.299/.261 with four doubles, two home runs and
Tigers agree to terms with RHP Michael Lorenzen
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers have agreed to terms with righthanded pitcher Michael Lorenzen on a one-year contract. Lorenzen, 30, started 18 games with Los Angeles (AL) in 2022, posting an 8-6 record and 4.24 ERA (97.2IP/46ER), striking out 85 and limiting opponents to a .224 (81x362) batting average. He
Kerry Carpenter and Wilmer Flores named 2022 Tigers Minor League Player and Pitcher of the Year
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers announced that outfielder Kerry Carpenter and righthanded pitcher Wilmer Flores have been named the 2022 Tigers Minor League Player and Pitcher of the Year, respectively. Carpenter combined to play in 98 games between Double A Erie and Triple A Toledo in 2022, hitting .313/.380/.645 with
Spreading holiday cheer: 2023 Tigers single-game tickets available this Friday through December 20
- Fans have new, early window to secure their seats at Comerica Park
- Value options available, including Opening Day tickets starting at just $39
- Prime opportunities to celebrate Miguel Cabrera’s final season
- “Must have” promotional items for every Saturday home game
- “Party in the Park” Fridays
LHP Matthew Boyd returns to Detroit on one-year contract
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers announced that they have agreed to terms with lefthanded pitcher Matthew Boyd on a one-year contract. Boyd, 31, had a strong finish to his 2022 campaign with Seattle after missing most of the season with an injury. He appeared in 10 games and posted a
Tigers acquire 3B/OF Justyn-Henry Malloy and LHP Jake Higginbotham from Atlanta in exchange for RHP Joe Jiménez and cash considerations
SAN DIEGO, CA – The Detroit Tigers announced that they have acquired third base/corner outfielder Justyn-Henry Malloy and lefthanded pitcher Jake Higginbotham from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for righthanded pitcher Joe Jiménez and cash considerations. Malloy, 22, saw time across three levels of the Braves organization in 2022, playing
TIGERS SELECT RHP MASON ENGLERT FROM TEXAS IN MAJOR LEAGUE PHASE OF RULE 5 DRAFT
SAN DIEGO, CA – The Detroit Tigers selected righthanded pitcher Mason Englert from the Texas Rangers in the Major League phase of the Rule 5 Draft. Englert, 23, made 24 appearances last year, all as a starting pitcher, between Single A Hickory and Double A Frisco, posting a combined 8-6
Tigers add four coaches to Major League coaching staff
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers announced four new members of the Major League coaching staff for the 2023 season. Michael Brdar (Major League Hitting Coach), Keith Beauregard (Major League Hitting Coach), James Rowson (Assistant Major League Hitting Coach) and Robin Lund (Assistant Major League Pitching Coach) will all join the
Riley Greene named Tigers Rookie of the Year
DETROIT – Riley Greene has been named Tigers Rookie of the Year as voted on by members of the Detroit Sports Media Association, receiving 95 percent of first place votes. Greene played in 93 games for the Tigers after his Major League debut on June 18, posting a .253/.321/.362 slashline
Tigers name Mark Conner director of amateur scouting
DETROIT -- The Detroit Tigers have named Mark Conner as the club’s Director of Amateur Scouting, joining the organization after 13 seasons with the San Diego Padres. "I’m excited to welcome another highly talented baseball operations executive to our front office," said Scott Harris, Detroit Tigers President of Baseball Operations.
Tigers name Rob Metzler Vice President, Assistant General Manager
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers have named Rob Metzler Vice President, Assistant General Manager, joining the organization after 15 seasons with the Tampa Bay Rays. "I hope all Tigers fans will join me in welcoming Rob and his family to our organization," said Scott Harris, Detroit Tigers President of Baseball
Scott Harris named Detroit Tigers president of baseball operations
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers have named Scott Harris the club’s President of Baseball Operations, as announced today by the club’s Chairman and CEO, Christopher Ilitch. Harris, 36, joins the Tigers after serving as General Manager of the San Francisco Giants, playing a key role in constructing the Giants roster
MIGUEL CABRERA NAMED DETROIT TIGERS NOMINEE FOR THE 2022 ROBERTO CLEMENTE AWARD PRESENTED BY CAPITAL ONE
Major League Baseball today announced that Miguel Cabrera was named the Detroit Tigers 2022 nominee for the Roberto Clemente Award presented by Capital One, baseball’s most prestigious individual honor for Major Leaguers. The Roberto Clemente Award presented by Capital One is the annual recognition of a Major League player who
Tigers and BELFOR Property Restoration to recognize local first responder heroes on September 13 at Comerica Park
DETROIT – When disasters strike, first responders are specially trained to be the first to arrive on the scene, provide aid and protect the well-being of our communities. They run toward an event rather than away, facing unique risks and challenges to ensure the safety of others. To express gratitude
Tigers Announce 2023 Spring Training Schedule
DETROIT – In conjunction with Major League Baseball, the Detroit Tigers announced the club's Grapefruit League game schedule for 2023 Spring Training in Lakeland, Florida. Spring of 2023 will mark Detroit's 87th season at TigerTown in Lakeland, extending the longest-standing relationship between a Major League team and a current Spring
TIGERS ANNOUNCE 2023 SCHEDULE
DETROIT – In conjunction with Major League Baseball, the Detroit Tigers today released their 2023 schedule, featuring 81 games at Comerica Park. Starting in 2023, MLB has implemented a balanced schedule, which includes two home and road series against each American League Central team, a home and road series against
Tigers make leadership change in baseball operations
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced they have parted ways with Executive Vice President and General Manager Al Avila, effective immediately. “Once I decided to make a change, I sat down with Al and thanked him for his nearly 22 years of service to our organization,” said Christopher Ilitch,
Tigers celebrate 17th annual ¡Fiesta Tigres! presented by Miller Lite, on Friday, August 19
- Tickets remain available for series opener against Los Angeles Angels at Tigers.com/tickets
- First 10,000 fans ages 21 and over will receive ¡Fiesta Tigres! hat, courtesy of Miller Lite
- Detroit minority-owned restaurant Shell Shock'd Tacos will be selling “Detroit’s finest tacos” on Comerica Park Concourse all weekend -
Tigers Acquire RHP Sawyer Gipson-Long from Minnesota in exchange for RHP Michael Fulmer
DETROIT – The Tigers have acquired righthanded pitcher Sawyer Gipson-Long from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for righthanded pitcher Michael Fulmer. Gipson-Long, 24, has combined to make 18 appearances, including 17 starts, between Single A Cedar Rapids and Double A Wichita this season, compiling an 8-6 record with a 4.23
Tigers acquire LHP Kris Anglin from Atlanta in exchange for OF Robbie Grossman
DETROIT – The Tigers have acquired lefthanded pitcher Kris Anglin from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for outfielder Robbie Grossman. Anglin, 20, has appeared in 17 games between Single A Augusta and the Florida Complex League Braves this season, posting a 4-6 record and 4.64 ERA (52.1IP/27ER) on 49 hits
Tigers set to retire No. 1 in honor of “Sweet Lou” Whitaker at Comerica Park, presented by Bally Sports Detroit, on Saturday, August 6
- Limited tickets remain for the game on August 6 at Tigers.com/tickets
- First 10,000 fans in attendance will receive Lou Whitaker Replica Road Jersey, presented by Bally Sports Detroit
- Fans can purchase tickets to a special autograph signing at The D Shop, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Detroit Tigers Complete Day One Of MLB Draft
LAKELAND, FL – The Detroit Tigers completed their first two selections in the 2022 MLB Draft tonight, taking 2B Jace Jung from Texas Tech in the first round (12th overall) and SS Peyton Graham from the University of Oklahoma in the second round (51st overall). Jung, 21, is a well-rounded
Tigers celebrate 20th annual Negro Leagues weekend, presented by Comerica Bank, June 17-19
- Detroit Stars flag will be raised in center field on Saturday, June 18 to honor charter members of the Negro National League
- First 10,000 fans in attendance on Saturday, June 18 for 26th annual Negro Leagues Tribute Game will receive Negro Leagues Replica Jersey, courtesy of Comerica Bank