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March 14, 2026

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The Tigers are set to face off against the Pittsburgh Pirates tonight at 6:05 p.m., providing another opportunity for players like Parker Meadows to prove their worth as spring training heats up. Meadows is making strides with his swing adjustments, showcasing a newfound confidence that could solidify his spot on the Opening Day roster. Speaking of roster battles, the competition for the final three reliever spots is intensifying, and players like Tarik Skubal and Matt Vierling are under the spotlight as they seek to impress. Meanwhile, the recent signing of Framber Valdez appears to be a savvy move for the front office, especially after seeing Jesus Luzardo's hefty contract extension with the Phillies. All in all, the Tigers are gearing up for an exciting season, and every player knows the stakes are high.

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Detroit Tigers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 6:05 p.m.

Detroit Tigers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 6:05 p.m.

Detroit Tigers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Time/Place: 6:05 p.m., LECOM Park – Bradenton, Florida, FLSB Nation Site: Bucs DugoutMedia: Tigers Radio Network Lineups PIRATES TIGERS Jake Mangum – CF Parker Meadows – CF Tyler Callihan – 3B Kevin McGonigle – SS Konnor Griffin – SS Spencer Torkelson – 1B Joey Bart – C Kerry Carpenter – RF Endy […]

Tigers Talk: Who are your final three relievers on the Opening Day roster?

Tigers Talk: Who are your final three relievers on the Opening Day roster?

In a sense, spring warm up is just ending now and something like the actual competition for the final roster spots ramping up over the final two weeks of Grapefruit League action. The first weeks are mainly just stretching out into game shape and getting rhythm and timing going, both at the plate and on […]

Swing adjustments paying off for healthy Meadows in key Spring Training

Swing adjustments paying off for healthy Meadows in key Spring Training

LAKELAND, Fla. -- The line drive wasn’t exactly scorched as it headed into center field, an 83.2 mph liner eclipsed by the 86.6 mph velocity on the cutter that Parker Meadows hit. But the way Meadows’ Spring Training started, he’s not going to be picky.

Vest relieving Skubal, this time for Team USA

Vest relieving Skubal, this time for Team USA

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The one player Tigers need to see most out of during knockout round of 2026 World Baseball Classic

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The one player Tigers need to see most out of during knockout round of 2026 World Baseball Classic

With the knockout stage of the 2026 World Baseball Classic beginning Friday, there may be no player more important for the Tigers to evaluate right now than Jahmai Jones.

Phillies' Jesus Luzardo extension shows Tigers got the price right with Framber Valdez

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Phillies' Jesus Luzardo extension shows Tigers got the price right with Framber Valdez

The Detroit Tigers signed starting pitcher Framber Valdez to a big contract but Jesus Luzardo's contract shows that the Tigers got the price right with Valdez.