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Tigers | Four added to roster
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:45:42 -0800

Lynn Henning, of The Detroit News, reports the Detroit Tigers added 2B Scott Sizemore, SS Audy Ciriaco, OF Ryan Strieby and OF Brennan Boesch to their 40-man roster Friday, Nov. 20, protecting them from the Rule 5 Draft.

Tigers | Wells among leaders in RBIs
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:14:55 -0800

Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports Detroit Tigers OF Casper Wells is among the league leaders in the Arizona Fall League with 25 RBIs.

Tigers | Bourquin suspended
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:18:36 -0800

Matt Eddy, of Baseball America, reports Detroit Tigers 3B Ronnie Bourquin was suspended 50 games Thursday, Nov. 19, for testing positive for an amphetamine.

Tigers | Valverde in Detroit?
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:08:24 -0800

Paul White, of USA TODAY, reports the Detroit Tigers could be interested in free-agent CL Jose Valverde (Astros).

Tigers | Not interested in Smoltz
Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:49:48 -0800

Jason Beck, of MLB.com, reports the Detroit Tigers are not interested in signing free-agent SP John Smoltz (Cardinals).

Tigers | Fire sale not in order
Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:23:19 -0800

Jason Beck, of MLB.com, reports Detroit Tigers general manager Dave Dombrowski is reiterating that the team will not be going through a fire sale to reduce payroll this offseason. "I can assure you 100 percent that we do not have any kind of fire sale, or salary dump, or whatever you might call it, taking place," Dombrowski told the Detroit News. "I can also tell you that I've been part of that in my career, so I know what that situation is like."

Tigers | Jackson more likely to be dealt
Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:38:24 -0800

Jason Beck, of MLB.com, reports Detroit Tigers SP Edwin Jackson is more likely to be traded than OF Curtis Granderson, because he will be a free agent in two years.

Tigers | Preliminary talks held with agents of four players
Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:58:18 -0800

MLB.com's Jason Beck reports that the Detroit Tigers have had preliminary talks with the agents for RPs Fernando Rodney and Brandon Lyon, 2B Placido Polanco and SS Adam Everett.

Tigers | Could be interested in Hart
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:10:09 -0800

Jason Beck, of MLB.com, reports the Detroit Tigers could be interested in trading for Milwaukee Brewers OF Corey Hart.

Tigers | Inge could be traded
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:47:18 -0800

Jon Heyman, of SI.com, reports the Detroit Tigers could be willing to trade 3B Brandon Inge this offseason.

Tigers | Weber strikes out five Wednesday
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:18:55 -0800

Robert Emrich, of MLB.com, reports Detroit Tigers P Thad Weber struck out five and gave up two hits in three shutout innings in the Arizona Fall League Wednesday, Nov. 11.

Tigers | No interest in Bradley
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 06:41:07 -0800

The Chicago Tribune's Paul Sullivan reports Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland said the Tigers had absolutely no interest in Chicago Cubs OF Milton Bradley.

Tigers | Willing to trade Granderson?
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:15:03 -0800

Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Detroit Tigers are indicating that they are willing to listen to offers for OF Curtis Granderson, according to an official from another team. However, a team source said they would be surprised if they traded Granderson.

Tigers | Willing to trade Laird?
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:05:10 -0800

Jon Paul Morosi and Ken Rosenthal, of FOXSports.com, report the Detroit Tigers may be willing to trade C Gerald Laird, according to industry sources.

Tigers | Open to trading Jackson
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:56:55 -0800

Jon Paul Morosi and Ken Rosenthal, of FOXSports.com, report the Detroit Tigers are open to trading SP Edwin Jackson this winter, according to multiple major league sources.

Tigers | Could pursue Counsell
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:46:20 -0800

Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Detroit Tigers could go after Milwaukee Brewers 3B Craig Counsell for second base if they lose out on re-signing 2B Placido Polanco and 2B Scott Sizemore (ankle) is not ready to go for the start of the year.

Tigers | Brookens joins coaching staff
Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:54:52 -0800

The Associated Press reports the Detroit Tigers have named former MLB IF Tom Brookens as their new first base, outfield and baserunning coach.

Tigers | Porcello honored
Sun, 08 Nov 2009 10:21:24 -0800

Detroit Tigers SP Rick Porcello was given the Tigers Rookie of the Year award by the Detroit Sports Broadcasters Association, according to Jason Beck of MLB.com. He became the first MLB pitcher since Dwight Gooden to earn at least 14 victories in a season at age 20 or younger.

Tigers | Were not involved in talks for Hardy
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:39:32 -0800

John Lowe, of the Detroit Free Press, reports the Detroit Tigers were not involved in trade talks for Minnesota Twins SS J.J. Hardy before he landed on the Twins Friday, Nov. 6.

Tigers | Sborz's contract purchased
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:42:01 -0800

The Associated Press reports the Detroit Tigers purchased the contract of P Jay Sborz from the minors Friday, Nov. 6.

Tigers | Three removed from DL
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:21:53 -0800

Jason Beck, of MLB.com, reports the Detroit Tigers removed RP Joel Zumaya (shoulder) and 1B Jeff Larish (wrist) from the 60-day disabled list Friday, Nov. 6. SS Michael Hollimon (shoulder) was also taken off the disabled list and was outrighted to Triple-A Toledo.

Tigers | Thames, Treanor removed from roster
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:21:34 -0800

Jason Beck, of MLB.com, reports the Detroit Tigers removed OF Marcus Thames and C Matt Treanor from their 40-man roster Friday, Nov. 6, and neither player is expected to return.

Tigers | Wells extends hitting streak
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:03:16 -0800

Robert Emrich, of MLB.com, reports Detroit Tigers OF Casper Wells extended his hitting streak to six games in the Arizona Fall League Thursday, Nov. 5.

Tigers | Five file for free agency
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:30:53 -0800

The Associated Press reports Detroit Tigers SS Adam Everett, 1B Aubrey Huff, 2B Placido Polanco, RP Fernando Rodney and SP Jarrod Washburn filed for free agency Thursday, Nov. 5.

Tigers | Wells goes deep Wednesday
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:58:03 -0800

MLB.com reports Detroit Tigers OF Casper Wells slugged a three-run home run in the Arizona Fall League Wednesday, Nov. 4, extending his on-base streak to 33 games, dating back to last season.

Tigers | Washburn doesn't expect to receive offer
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 07:59:17 -0800

The Detroit Free Press' John Lowe reports free agent SP Jarrod Washburn doesn't expect to receive an offer from the Detroit Tigers.

Tigers | Inge undergoes surgery
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:28:18 -0800

The Detroit Free Press reports Detroit Tigers 3B Brandon Inge (knees) underwent surgery to fix patellar tendonitis in both of his knees Tuesday, Nov. 3. He is expected to be ready in time for Spring Training in February. The procedure involved the debridement and repair of the patellar tendon in both his left and right knees. Inge's recovery involves not putting any weight on his knees for six weeks.

Tigers | Three finalists for first base coach
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:06:52 -0800

Mlive.com's Steve Kornacki reports the Detroit Tigers have three finalists for their first base coach job. Tom Brookens, Gene Roof and Mike Rojas, all longtime minor league coaches, are in the fold.

Tigers | Dlugach in waiting
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:29:44 -0800

Tigers.MLB.com's Jason Beck reports Detroit Tigers SS Brent Dlugach is likely to provide an insurance option next season as the team prefers a veteran at shortstop.

Tigers | Washburn undergoes surgery
Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:02:09 -0800

Jim Street, of MLB.com, reports Detroit Tigers SP Jarrod Washburn (knee) underwent arthroscopic surgery on his knee last week. He is expected to be completely healed in time for Spring Training.

Tigers | Hessman granted free agency
Sun, 01 Nov 2009 12:10:41 -0800

Detroit Tigers IF Mike Hessman has been granted free agency, according to BaseballAmerica.com.

Tigers | Granderson wins award
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:19:01 -0700

The Detroit News reports Detroit Tigers OF Curtis Granderson was named the Marvin Miller Man of the Year by the Players Association. The award is given to the player whose "on-field performance most inspires others to higher levels of achievement, by displaying as much passion to give back to others as he shows between the lines on the baseball diamond."

Tigers | Wells goes deep Wednesday
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 19:35:08 -0700

Danny Wild, of MLB.com, reports Detroit Tigers OF Casper Wells hit a three-run home run in the Arizona Fall League Wednesday, Oct. 28.

Tigers | Iorg has three hits Tuesday
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:23:14 -0700

MLB.com reports Detroit Tigers SS Cale Iorg homered, had three hits and scored three times in the Arizona Fall League Tuesday, Oct. 27.

Tigers | Sizemore expected to be ready for Spring Training
Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:06:11 -0700

John Lowe, of the Detroit Free Press, reports Detroit Tigers 2B Scott Sizemore (ankle) is expected to be ready for Spring Training next year after undergoing ankle surgery Tuesday, Oct. 27. Doctors inserted screws into his ankle during the operation. Sizemore will have the screws removed in January and "at that time, he will be able to begin full weight-bearing activities."

Tigers | Setting up a meeting with Chapman
Tue, 27 Oct 2009 05:30:55 -0700

SI.com's Melissa Segura reports the Detroit Tigers are trying to set up a meeting with Cuban defector SP Aroldis Chapman later this week.

Tigers | Sizemore to undergo surgery
Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:11:24 -0700

John Lowe, of the Detroit Free Press, reports Detroit Tigers 2B Scott Sizemore (ankle) will undergo surgery Tuesday, Oct. 27, to fix cartilage damage in his broken ankle. He is still hoping to be ready for the start of Spring Training next year. "The torn tendons cause instability in the ankle," Sizemore said. "They are going to put in a few screws to lock everything into place."

Tigers | Washburn, Huff likely gone
Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:52:07 -0700

The Detroit News' Lynn Henning reports the Detroit Tigers are unlikely to re-sign or offer arbitration to SP Jarrod Washburn and 1B Aubrey Huff.

Tigers | Sizemore suffers broken left ankle
Sun, 25 Oct 2009 09:54:06 -0700

The Detroit Free Press' John Lowe reports that Detroit Tigers 2B Scott Sizemore (ankle) suffered a broken left ankle while playing in the Arizona Fall League Thursday, Oct. 22. He expects to be healed in time for the beginning of spring training four months from now. Sizemore will undergo an MRI exam in Detroit Monday, Oct. 26, to make sure there is not additional damage.

Tigers | Raburn has a spot
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 07:49:15 -0700

The Detroit Free Press' John Lowe reports Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland said IF/OF Ryan Raburn will not have to win a spot on the team in spring training.

Tigers | More on Inge
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 06:50:18 -0700

Updating previous reports, Tigers.MLB.com's Jason Beck reports Detroit Tigers 3B Brandon Inge (knees) will need three months to rehab, but he should be ready for baseball activities in spring training.

Tigers | Wells hits grand slam Thursday
Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:38:59 -0700

Barry M. Bloom, of MLB.com, reports Detroit Tigers OF Casper Wells hit a grand slam off Washington Nationals SP Stephen Strasburg in the Arizona Fall League Thursday, Oct. 22.

Tigers | Inge update
Thu, 22 Oct 2009 09:59:52 -0700

Updating a previous report, ESPN.com reports Detroit Tigers 3B Brandon Inge (knees) will undergo surgery for patellar tendonitis in both of his knees Nov. 3.

Tigers | Inge to have knee surgery
Thu, 22 Oct 2009 06:26:39 -0700

Tigers.MLB.com's Jason Beck reports Detroit Tigers 3B Brandon Inge (knee) will have surgery on his left knee in the next few weeks.

Tigers | Drucker pitches well Monday
Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:44:08 -0700

MLB.com reports Detroit Tigers P Scot Drucker gave up just three hits while striking out one in three innings to earn his first victory in the Arizona Fall League Monday, Oct. 19.