ALDS Divisional Rd Game #5: Detroit Tigers @ Seattle Mariners, Friday October 10th, 2025, 8:08 Pm

[kalinecountry]

Detroit Tigers know one thing is certain in 2026: They're in great shape at catcher

If there's one thing we know about the Detroit Tigers in 2026, it's that they're in great shape at catcher thanks to Dillon Dingler and Jake Rogers.

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Detroit Tigers know one thing is certain in 2026: They're in great shape at catcher.
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OBJECTS APPEAR LARGER THAN THEY ACTUALLY ARE

by Holly Horning Last week, readers had the chance to grade each player from the 2025 roster. Now it’s time to look at the stats overall and see what they are telling us. The voting pro…

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OBJECTS APPEAR LARGER THAN THEY ACTUALLY ARE.
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[kalinecountry]

WATERCOOLER WEDNESDAY

by Holly Horning Other than Tarik Skubal, the Detroit Tiger most discussed during the 2025 season has been Riley Greene. For both good and bad reasons. Greene, the former #1 draft pick, had a…

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WATERCOOLER WEDNESDAY.
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Other than Tarik Skubal, the Detroit Tiger most discussed during the 2025 season has been Riley Greene. For both good and bad reasons.
Greene, the former #1 draft pick, had an up-and-down year. Despite hitting a career-high 36 HRs and 111 RBIs in 2025, his WAR plummeted from 2024’s 5.4 WAR to 2.1 WAR this season. A decline of more than one-half.
It is attributed to a range of factors including a serious drop in defensive performance. He ranks as the team’s worst defensive player with a -7 DRS. In 2024, he actually had a +7 DRS.
But there were other factors in his value’s decline. A drop in batting average, a record-setting strikeout record for both the Tigers and the American League and a very low walk rate.
Greene is still young, recently turning 25. This is his 4th year at the MLB level. Potentially, the next 4 years are optimal for performance given the stats.
However, there is concern over the health of his legs. He’s had multiple leg injuries and hamstring concerns. As a result, the Tigers moved him from CF to LF and put him on a daily conditioning program to strengthen his legs and hamstrings
Riley’s career stats so far show him to be slightly above average in BA, SLG and OPS. He is below average in OBP is due to his high strikeout rate combined with a very low walk rate.
What caught fans’ attention this year were the contradictory statements made by manager and player.
A. J. Hinch’s stated that he and the coaches have been trying to work with Riley all season on his hitting mechanics and “poor pitch selection” in order to help him cut down on strikeouts. Obviously, they have a concern.
However, Greene recently said that the team doesn’t care about how much he strikes out and he doesn’t either.
Eyebrows were also raised when a reporter had to inform him that the team struck out 19 times in a recent playoff game. Riley was very surprised to hear this.
He also said “It is what it is.” twice when the Tigers lost several playoff games. He came across as uncaring and unaware.
Greene’s arrival at the MLB was eagerly awaited. He has been one of the most visible faces of the team and earned 2 All-Star nods.
But what about his future? Do the issues surrounding his legs, strikeouts and comments give you pause?
Or do you think that he will stabilize, adapt to the new corporate culture and improve as a player?
Most importantly, do you believe that Greene will remain a fixture with the team beyond the 2026 season?
Or could his job be usurped in the near future with the rise of Wenceel Perez and imminent arrivals of top prospects Max Clark, Nick Dumesnil and Cris Rodriguez?

Will Riley Greene remain a part of the Tigers' long-term plans to remake the roster?

1. Yes, he'll remain with the team long-term.

2. No, his importance will diminish once top prospects arrive.

VOTE

 

[kalinecountry]

In 2025, the Detroit Tigers bullpen ranked 29th in MLB in strikeout percentage.
The Toronto Blue Jays bullpen ranked 4th in strikeout percentage, and the
Los Angeles Dodgers bullpen ranked 7th.
To get to the next step, Detroit will need to find a way to get more Ks from the pen.

 

[kalinecountry]

Dan Dickerson breaks down Detroit Tigers' season, Tarik Skubal's future, offseason needs

The 2025 season is in the books for the Detroit Tigers, but the 2025-26 offseason is about to get underway. On "Days of Roar," Evan Petzold and Chris Brown ("Tigers Minor League Report") share their final grades for the Tigers – breaking down pitching, hitting, defense and coaching. We also...

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Days of Roar Tigers Podcast: Dan Dickerson breaks down Detroit Tigers’ season, Tarik Skubal’s future. 80 minutes.

The 2025 season is in the books for the Detroit Tigers, but the 2025-26 offseason is about to get underway. On "Days of Roar," Evan Petzold and Chris Brown ("Tigers Minor League Report") share their final grades for the Tigers – breaking down pitching, hitting, defense and coaching. We also share three key lessons from 2025, along with what those lessons mean for 2026. Dan Dickerson – the radio voice of the Tigers – joins the show to recap the season, talk about Tarik Skubal's future and outline the offseason plan to build a World Series champion. Dickerson also provides his evaluations of several key players, including Riley Greene, Dillon Dingler and Troy Melton.

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.mlb.com/tigers/news/riley-greene-s-2025-by-the-numbers

Greene's power arrived in '25. What's next in his evolution at the plate?
Tigers official site

 

[kalinecountry]

The Tarik Skubal question holds the key to the Tigers’ offseason

Extend, trade, or hold, those are the questions.

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The Tarik Skubal question holds the key to the Tigers’ offseason.
Extend, trade, or hold, those are the questions.
BYBTB

 

[tomdalton22]

The Tarik Skubal question holds the key to the Tigers’ offseason

Extend, trade, or hold, those are the questions.

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The Tarik Skubal question holds the key to the Tigers’ offseason.
Extend, trade, or hold, those are the questions.
BYBTB

If they don't trade him in the off season, the most likely scenario is they won't be in the position to trade him at the deadline, since they should be in the playoff hunt again. How do they trade him if they are in the hunt? But, I don't feel like they will have a roster capable to compete for the WS either. They are really in a no win situation.

 

[kalinecountry]

NOW COMES THE HARD PART

by Holly Horning Scott Harris has his work cut out for him this winter. Expectations by fans have been raised. And so has the bar. It was easy in the beginning. Harris was hired to come…

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NOW COMES THE HARD PART.
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Scott Harris has his work cut out for him this winter.
Expectations by fans have been raised. And so has the bar.
It was easy in the beginning. Harris was hired to come in and take a big broom to a rundown, antiquated and dysfunctional organization. The priority back then was cleaning house.
There were few expectations.
In preparation for the 2024 season, most fans understood the transition still taking place and simply wanted to see some improvement. There were no real demands yet.
But then the Tigers got to the playoffs that year and also this season.
Do you think fans are going to be upset if the Tigers don’t reach October in 2026?
Of course, they are. Anything less will be a failure.

 

[kalinecountry]

Tarik Skubal is your 2025 Tiger of the Year, as voted on by the Detroit Chapter of the BBWAA!

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[kalinecountry]

In 2025, Detroit Tigers hitters had the 4th highest K% + the 10th highest whiff rate in MLB.
In 2025, Toronto Blue Jays hitters had the lowest K% + the lowest whiff rate in MLB.
For Detroit to take the next step offensively, they'll need some internal improvement in those areas.

 

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https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2025/10/31/detroit-tigers-position-players-roster-evaluation-2025-season/86928813007/

Evaluating every Detroit Tigers position player entering 2025-26 MLB offseason. Who stays?
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[kalinecountry]

Tarik Skubal named 2025 Tiger of the Year after another dominant season

Skubal is the first pitcher since Denny McLain to win the award in consecutive seasons

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Tarik Skubal named 2025 Tiger of the Year after another dominant season.
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SATURDAY SURVEY

The Detroit Tigers were eliminated from the playoffs at the ALDS level. Since then, we’ve been able to watch or read about the teams who made it past – the Blue Jays, Brewers, Dod…

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SATURDAY SURVEY.
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The Detroit Tigers were eliminated from the playoffs at the ALDS level. Since then, we’ve been able to watch or read about the teams who made it past – the Blue Jays, Brewers, Dodgers and Mariners. Watching their players perform has given us a better sense of what this Tigers’ team needs to do in order to advance to the ALCS and World Series.
Scott Harris’ 1st roster was the 2023 one but 2 years later, it remains a largely inherited one. But this team went to the playoffs in 2024 and 2025, improving in both years.
However, we understand that this roster still needs to change in order to reach the next level. There are concerns over all 4 areas of the game – pitching, relieving, hitting and defense.
Based upon what you’ve watched or read about the 4 teams that made it further into the playoffs than the Tigers, how far away do you believe the Tigers are from reaching the World Series?
What year is your estimate?

What year do you believe the Tigers will reach the World Series?

1. 2026

2. 2027

3. 2028

4. 2029 or beyond

VOTE

 

[kalinecountry]

DEEPER DISCUSSIONS

The Detroit Tigers’ head hitting coach, Keith Beauregard, is not returning to the team next year. Just several weeks earlier, Manager A. J. Hinch stated that the team had been working w…

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DEEPER DISCUSSIONS.
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The Detroit Tigers’ head hitting coach, Keith Beauregard, is not returning to the team next year. Just several weeks earlier, Manager A. J. Hinch stated that the team had been working with Riley Greene all season to try to implement changes in his mechanics and poor pitch selection. He hinted that Riley was unsuccessful in adapting to new strategies.
So who’s fault is it when a player is unable or unwilling to change in order to improve?
Is it the coach who cannot get through to the player? Or is it the player who isn’t motivated enough to make the necessary changes?
Today’s blog addresses this question and allows readers to share their thoughts in more detail. And hopefully, to actively engage with others by responding to their posts and creating back-and-forth discussion threads. The more the merrier!
For this one blog only, you’ve got 6 sentences max to share your thoughts. Of course, you can also respond to other readers.
TT will supply the ammunition. One thought-provoking question. Several options provided. One hard choice to be selected. One vote.
Ready?
Who is primarily at fault when a player is unable to make the necessary changes suggested by his coach?

Who is primarily at fault when a player is unable to make the necessary changes suggested by his coach?

1. The coach who is unable to properly communicate and motivate.

2. The player who finds change is hard to do.

VOTE

 

[tomdalton22]

DEEPER DISCUSSIONS

The Detroit Tigers’ head hitting coach, Keith Beauregard, is not returning to the team next year. Just several weeks earlier, Manager A. J. Hinch stated that the team had been working w…

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DEEPER DISCUSSIONS.
Totally Tigers

The Detroit Tigers’ head hitting coach, Keith Beauregard, is not returning to the team next year. Just several weeks earlier, Manager A. J. Hinch stated that the team had been working with Riley Greene all season to try to implement changes in his mechanics and poor pitch selection. He hinted that Riley was unsuccessful in adapting to new strategies.
So who’s fault is it when a player is unable or unwilling to change in order to improve?
Is it the coach who cannot get through to the player? Or is it the player who isn’t motivated enough to make the necessary changes?
Today’s blog addresses this question and allows readers to share their thoughts in more detail. And hopefully, to actively engage with others by responding to their posts and creating back-and-forth discussion threads. The more the merrier!
For this one blog only, you’ve got 6 sentences max to share your thoughts. Of course, you can also respond to other readers.
TT will supply the ammunition. One thought-provoking question. Several options provided. One hard choice to be selected. One vote.
Ready?
Who is primarily at fault when a player is unable to make the necessary changes suggested by his coach?

Who is primarily at fault when a player is unable to make the necessary changes suggested by his coach?

1. The coach who is unable to properly communicate and motivate.

2. The player who finds change is hard to do.

VOTE

well, would they have fired the coach if they didn't think he was doing a poor job?

 

[kalinecountry]

well, would they have fired the coach if they didn't think he was doing a poor job?

It is easier to fire a coach or manager than move several players.

 

[tomdalton22]

It is easier to fire a coach or manager than move several players.

I agree, but if they thought he was doing a good job, why fire him? I don't think he was doing a good job, since most of the players regressed throughout the year.

 

[kalinecountry]

I agree, but if they thought he was doing a good job, why fire him? I don't think he was doing a good job, since most of the players regressed throughout the year.

There were three of them. We will find out if the other two are safe, or if they will hire another to take beauregard's place. Lots of secrecy, was it him, and or were there a few players who said something about his approach?

 

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Making Dillon Dingler’s case to win Tigers’ first Gold Glove since 2016

In his first full MLB season, Tigers catcher Dillon Dingler could win a Gold Glove award at catcher as part of a timely redemption arc for Detroit.

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Making Dillon Dingler’s case to win Tigers’ first Gold Glove since 2016.
He checks all the boxes.
MCBTB