What is the story about?
While we’re all still on cloud nine from the Kevin McGonigle extension (do Tarik Skubal next, Tigers!) we have some fun little tidbits from after the big announcement as McGonigle spoke to the press about his long-term commitment to the team. We also take a look at how the Tigers and MLB as a whole celebrated Jackie Robinson Day. Plus, we look at Shohei Ohtani’s return to pitching, the passing of Davey Lopes, and so much more.
There’s plenty to get into, so let’s just jump right to it.
Detroit Tigers News
- Following last night’s game, the Tigers have made interesting history.
- Kevin McGonigle’s extension already has some folks looking for handouts.
- Tarik Skubal also spoke to the media about McGonigle’s extension.
- And here’s what McGonigle’s parents said:
- Here’s McGonigle’s whole presser if you want to get all the insider info.
- A look at how the Tigers celebrated Jackie Robinson Day.
MLB News
- Jay Jaffe memorializes Davey Lopes.
- Just how good is Mason Miller this season? Really, really good.
- A look at how things are already shuffling around in the AL East.
- The Dodgers might be taking it easy on Ohtani, as he pitched but didn’t hit against the Mets.
- How MLB celebrated Jackie Robinson Day.
- Who is the best defensive prospect for each team?
- How Mike Trout is once again commanding attention.
- Steve Cohen is trying to find the bright side amid the Mets’ losing skid.
- How is Pete Crow-Armstrong having one of the worst stretches of his career?
- Is Shohei Ohtani on a mission to add a Cy Young to his long list of accolades?
- MLB and the Minnesota Twins are investigating an incident that took place at a Boston Red Sox and Twins game. Jarren Duran, the Sox outfielder—who has previously opened up about depression and suicidal ideation during a Netflix documentary—claims the reason he flipped off a fan was because the fan told him to kill himself. The Twins and MLB are taking the claim seriously.
- Stephen J. Nesbitt looks at the miserable experience that is filing major league taxes. ($)
- Why did the Texas Rangers give a home to this controversial statue? ($)
- MLB players are just like the rest of us, hooked on their phones and using Slack and group chats to communicate. ($)
- Holy crackers
