GAME 46 - Detroit Tigers vs Toronto Blue Jays, May 16, 2026, 1:10 PM

[biggunsbob]

Good to have our ace back today. Too bad our pen and manager still suck tho

And hitters . Lots of bad hitters. In order to.
1. AJ
2. pen
3. Hitters

 

[tigermud]

The main problem is the team has no offense

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.mlb.com/tigers/news/casey-mize-solid-in-return-from-injured-list

Casey Mize munches innings, spins 6 scoreless frames in return from IL.
Tigers official site

https://www.mlb.com/gameday/blue-jays-vs-tigers/2026/05/16/824278/final/box

Boxscore. RISP 0 for 7.

Blue Jays 2, Tigers 1 (F/10): Casey Mize shines in return but the offense sputters

The Tigers couldn’t come up with the hits they needed late.

www.blessyouboys.com

Blue Jays 2 - Tigers 1 (F/10): Casey Mize shines in return but the offense sputters.
The Tigers couldn’t come up with the hits they needed late.
BYBTB

https://www.detroitnews.com/picture-gallery/sports/mlb/tigers/2026/05/16/toronto-blue-jays-at-detroit-tigers/90119452007/

Toronto Blue Jays 2 - Detroit Tigers 1, 10 innings.
Detnews

Casey Mize back from IL with gem, but Tigers waste it in 10-inning Loss.
The Detroit Tigers couldn't turn Casey Mize's return into a win.
The Tigers (20-26) lost to the Toronto Blue Jays (20-25), 2-1 in 10 innings on Saturday, May 16 at Comerica Park. Mize pitched six scoreless innings in his return from the injured list, but Detroit's bullpen gave up two runs in the late innings, with the Tigers bats unable to provide the run support needed.
Freep

https://www.mlive.com/tigers/2026/05/he-was-so-efficient-casey-mizes-no-rust-return-offers-silver-lining-in-loss.html

‘He was so efficient’: Casey Mize’s no-rust return offers silver lining in loss.
Mlive

 

[lonesometiger]

its GOINGT O TAKE A WHILE TO GET OVER THIS ONR. i MIGHT BE CLOSE TO GETTING ON THR LETS FIND A NEW MANAGER BAND WAGON. LETS FACE IT ,PITCH A GAME LIKE THIS ONE AND NOT GET 2 RUNS IN 9 INNINGS, SOMETHIG GOT CHANGE.
I've GONE OVER THE BOX SCORE AND IT'S NOY GOOD FOR THE TIGERS 7 HITS FOR THEM AND 5 FOR THE JAYS AND 2 OF THEM COMING IN THE 10TH INNING NOT GOOD, Tigers K 6 AND JAYS GET 14 REALLY NOT GOOD, Tigers LEAVE 8 ON BASE JAYS LEAVE 4. there MORE BUT JUST TO UPSET TO GO ON.

 

[biggunsbob]

What is maddening is Harris is to afraid do play any of his top farm kids. Because maybe deep down he knows they all stink.

Why option Hanifee back ?

 

[biggunsbob]

Tigers affiliates
Toledo (22-22) Blasted 11-3.
Clark had 2 hits. C-1B (.242) Valencia hit his 7th homer, and yet we have Rogers still on the team. He is 26 and should get a damn shot..
7 pitchers pitched. Just a few were ok today.

Box

Gameday: Mud Hens 3, Storm Chasers 11 Final Score (05/16/2026)

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Erie (19-18)
Postponed doubleheader Sunday
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West Michigan (13-25). Lost again 7-5
This time they blew a 5-1 lead in the 8th 5 spot does the in.
Pitching was poor. Rainer 1-5. Batting .243. Another stellar
Find by Harris

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Gameday: Whitecaps 5, Loons 7 Final Score (05/16/2026)

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Lakeland (21-17) 2 game skid
Lost 4-3 in 10 innings. Scored one. They scored two for the WALK off.

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Gameday: Flying Tigers 3, Threshers 4 Final Score (05/16/2026)

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[kalinecountry]

DEEPER DISCUSSIONS

The Detroit Tigers’ struggles to win games has been taking on water recently. They were swept by 2 last-place teams – Boston and the NY Mets while also losing a series to Kansas City. …

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DEEPER DISCUSSIONS.
Totally Tigers

The Detroit Tigers’ struggles to win games has been taking on water recently. They were swept by 2 last-place teams – Boston and the NY Mets while also losing a series to Kansas City. They have been sitting much of this past week in last place and are now just a half game out of the cellar.
Certainly injuries have played a factor but there are other problems impacting play. Injuries to key players have exposed the flaws of the roster, indicating that further help is needed.
But from where should that help come? The trade market doesn’t pick up until July. And would the waiver wire supply the needed – and better – talent?
The other option is to bring up more talent from the farm system. Talent that was recently deemed as not being fully ready for promotion in many cases.
The Tigers sit at #25 defensively with 1B and RF being the worst in MLB. Both their infield and outfield have given up a significant number of runs because of an inability to field well. Only 3 positional players are plus defenders and 1 of them is on the IL.
Their bullpen is ranked in the middle of the pack but their closer has a 3.97 ERA.
The rotation is also middlin’ – not good but not bad either.
The Tigers have been steadily dropping in the standings. How much longer should they wait?
Should they hold out for some of their better players to come off the IL? It is expected that it may be the end of May-early June before that happens. At least 2 more weeks.
Casey Mize just came off the IL and despite a brilliant performance, his teammates couldn’t give him a single run. The Tigers lost that game.
Or should they start shaking up the roster and bring up some untested prospects? Gage Workman recently made his debut.
But will bringing up some fresh, young faces do more damage than good? Will putting some prospects into an overly-challenging and not ideal situation lead to a greater chance of failure and negatively impact their psyches?
Will bringing up prospects too soon create another Spencer Torkelson situation or a chance for them to create an opportunity to shine?
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?

How should the Tigers address their prolonged losing skid?

1. Wait for players to come off the IL.

2. Shake up the roster and bring up some prospects.

VOTE