The Tigers had a tremendous start to their week. In a “must-win” series against the Astros, they really demonstrated that they’ve turned a corner, and swept the strong AL West leader. The Tigers played both kinds of baseball we love best: blowout wins, and classic pitchers’ duels, as well as two shutouts, it was the kind of stuff we came to expect early in the season, then lost sight of after the All-Star break.
The Tigers are back to playing winning baseball, and this weekend they will face off against
the Royals. It will be another important series, as the Royals are currently behind the Tigers in the AL Central, so every win helps extend the Tigers’ lead.
Let’s get into today’s news bites.
Detroit Tigers News
- Some minor league roster moves.
- Alex Cobb spoke about his potential return timeline and whether or not he would be willing to take on a bullpen role. Of the Tigers, he said, “I’ve never been on a team with this type of potential.”
- Things are turning around!
- Start the “bring him up” chants immediately.
AL Central News
MLB News
- Craig Kimbrel has found himself a new home, this time with the Houston Astros.
- The Brewers are the first team to reach 80 wins.
- Cubs broadcasters declared they would buy mozzarella sticks for an Iowa bar if the Cubs induced a double play. They did.
- Is 2025 the biggest year ever for left-handed pitching? ($)
- Some big broadcasting news.
- Perfect, I have no notes.
