2025 MLB and Tigers Trade Deadline Thread

[kalinecountry]

The Detroit Tigers trade deadline went over like a lead balloon

Scott Harris’ muted approach saw the Tigers lose some ground to most of the league’s other top contenders while they remain focused on the long-term future.

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The Detroit Tigers trade deadline went over like a lead balloon.
Scott Harris’ muted approach saw the Tigers lose some ground to most of the league’s other top contenders while they remain focused on the long-term future.
BYBTB

 

[kalinecountry]

Grading Detroit Tigers' 2025 trade deadline: Scott Harris opens himself to criticism

The Detroit Tigers had a pretty clear list of needs they needed to address at the trade deadline. While they technically did so, they still fell short.

motorcitybengals.com

Grading Detroit Tigers' 2025 trade deadline: Scott Harris opens himself to criticism.
How are we feeling, Tigers fans?
MCBTB

I gave them a C ..... barely.

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2025/08/01/detroit-tigers-scott-harris-not-seduced-by-deadline-flash/85472169007/

Scott Harris, his faith in Tigers' young core resolute, not seduced by deadline flash.
Detnews

 

[kalinecountry]

Detroit Tigers grade for Charlie Morton trade: Did better starter get pushed to bullpen?

The Detroit Tigers traded for veteran starter Charlie Morton, then moved rookie Troy Melton to the bullpen to create a spot in the starting rotation.

www.freep.com

Detroit Tigers grade for Charlie Morton trade: Did better starter get pushed to bullpen?
Freep

It's also fair to wonder if the Tigers replaced a better starter with a worse one by acquiring Morton and pushing Melton to the bullpen. The reality is, the 24-year-old Melton fits in the bullpen for two reasons: to limit his innings as a way to protect the health of his arm, and to create a much-needed swing-and-miss weapon against right-handed hitters.

 

[kalinecountry]

Detroit Tigers' Scott Harris dismisses idea of Tarik Skubal window, calls it 'an illusion'

Detroit Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal becomes a free agent after the 2026 season. The Tigers aren't expected to sign Skubal to a contract extension.

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Detroit Tigers' Scott Harris dismisses idea of Tarik Skubal window, calls it 'an illusion'.
Freep

 

[kalinecountry]

Detroit Tigers among big losers at MLB trade deadline: Experts react

Detroit Tigers remade their pitching staff at the 2025 MLB trade deadline, but "didn’t do anything this week to up their World Series odds."

www.freep.com

Detroit Tigers among big losers at MLB trade deadline: Experts react.
Freep

 

[kalinecountry]

Ranking every prospect dealt at the MLB trade deadline: Final update -- with 97 players!

You know the major leaguers on the move -- but what about the potential stars of tomorrow headed the other way in those deals?

www.espn.com

MLB trade deadline 2025: Ranking prospects who changed teams.
espn

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.mlb.com/news/trade-deadline-takeaways-2025

What we learned from a wild Trade Deadline.
MLB.com

 

[kalinecountry]

Tigers pretty much rule out trade deadline acquisition for season after roster move

The Tigers transferred right-handed reliever Paul Sewald to the 60-day injured list immediately after acquiring him at the trade deadline.

motorcitybengals.com

Tigers pretty much rule out trade deadline acquisition for season after roster move.
MCBTB

 

[kalinecountry]

New Detroit Tigers reliever Kyle Finnegan was born in Detroit, already sounds like us

New reliever Kyle Finnegan gives the Detroit Tigers another high-leverage arm with all kinds of experience in pressure-packed moments.

www.freep.com

New Detroit Tigers reliever Kyle Finnegan was born in Detroit, already sounds like us.
Freep

 

[kalinecountry]

Detroit Tiger fans need to look beyond the stats of the new players acquired at the trade deadline. It's never about 1 factor. Other than stats, what was the team looking at before trading?
1. Statistical and video analysis that supports improvement under a new system/coaching.
2. Splits that favorably align the player w/Comerica.
3. Experience and mentorship to help MLB's youngest roster.
4. Playoff and World Series experience.
5. Help w/increasing whiff rates.
6. Arms that can eat innings as young pitchers face innings limits.
7. Character and leadership.
8. Personality fit with rest of the roster.

 

[kalinecountry]

Ben Verlander rips Tigers' efforts at trade deadline: 'What are we doing?'

Ben Verlander, brother of Justin, a former Tigers prospect and now a podcaster, called out Scott Harris and Co. for not being bold enough to bolster this Tigers team.

www.detroitnews.com

Ben Verlander rips Tigers' efforts at trade deadline: 'What are we doing?'
Detnews

 

[kalinecountry]

Detroit Tigers may have an upgraded bullpen, but flubs kept them from showing it

What a wasted night for the Detroit Tigers. What a blown chance, as what should have been a 3-0 win, or a 4-3 win, turned into a 5-4 loss in Philly.

www.freep.com

Detroit Tigers may have an upgraded bullpen, but flubs kept them from showing it.
Freep

 

[kalinecountry]

Scott Harris Discusses Tigers' Deadline Approach

With roster holes to be filled, the Tigers' PBO chose to "attack it in volume" rather than make a big splash. Visit MLB Trade Rumors for more.

www.mlbtraderumors.com

Scott Harris Discusses Tigers’ Deadline Approach.
MLBTR

 

[kalinecountry]

Days of Roar Tigers Podcast: Trade deadline fallout: Are Detroit Tigers missing Tarik Skubal window? 75 minutes.

The Detroit Tigers had a 4-2 record this week, sweeping the Arizona Diamondbacks and dropping a series to the Philadelphia Phillies — but the biggest news came off the field: Reese Olson is out for the regular season (and possibly the postseason) with a shoulder injury. Evan Petzold — joined by "Locked On Tigers" host Scott Bentley — take a deep dive into the trade deadline: Did Scott Harris make the right call by prioritizing quantity over quality? And is he making a mistake by not capitalizing on the Tarik Skubal window?

Washington Nationals beat writer Andrew Golden, who works for the Washington Post, joins "Days of Roar" to introduce Tigers fans to new reliever Kyle Finnegan, whom the Tigers acquired from the Nationals at the trade deadline. After talking to Golden, Petzold and Bentley debate: Who gets the ball in the biggest moment — Finnegan, Will Vest or Tommy Kahnle? We also discuss Reese Olson's injury history and Troy Melton's move to the bullpen.

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.mlb.com/tigers/news/tigers-kept-top-prospects-at-deadline-with-long-term-future-in-mind?t=mlb-pipeline-coverage

Detroit keeps long-term focus with Deadline decisions.
Tigers official site

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.mlb.com/stories/tigers-reporter-mailbag-trade-deadline-recap

Trade Deadline Recap.
Tigers official site

 

[kalinecountry]

Tigers are really making it sound like they're preparing for life after Tarik Skubal

After a tepid trade deadline, recent comments by Detroit Tigers boss Scott Harris make it sound like the team knows Tarik Skubal is as good as gone after 2026.

motorcitybengals.com

Tigers are really making it sound like they're preparing for life after Tarik Skubal.
Could they really go this route?
MCBTB

 

[kalinecountry]

Tigers insider likens Scott Harris' prospect-first approach to one that doomed AL East team

Tigers insider Cody Stavenhagen warned that Scott Harris prioritizing prospects could land Detroit in the same place as the 2025 Orioles.

motorcitybengals.com

Tigers insider likens Scott Harris' approach to one that doomed AL East team.
MCBTB

 

[kalinecountry]

AJ Hinch's pregame comments on Tigers' newcomer Rafael Montero aged terribly

AJ Hinch said Rafael Montero needed to "earn more opportunities" ahead of his awful Tigers debut vs. the Twins.

motorcitybengals.com

AJ Hinch's pregame comments on Tigers' newcomer Rafael Montero aged terribly.
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