Game #94: Tampa Bay Rays @ Detroit Tigers, Wednesday July 9th, 2025, 5:10 Pm

[biggunsbob]

The extraordinary mystery of the Tigers' Tarik Skubal

"I wasn't good until I was 26," the All-Star pitcher says. How he rose from Little League lore to Cy Young.

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The extraordinary mystery of the Tigers' Tarik Skubal.
espn

Great article

 

[biggunsbob]

Minor League update Wednesday July 9th, 2025

Toledo Mudhens (46-43) (7-7) second half with 5 other teams.
Lost at Omaha 13-7 Final.
Jung has heated up (4 for 5) but still only at .229. Im thinking he would give a better at any then Sweeney right now now. But then he did hit that homer. Only 1 pitcher was ok.

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Gameday: Mud Hens 7, Storm Chasers 13 Final Score (07/09/2025)

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Erie Seawolves (54-29) (9-5) second half.
Won 4th game in a row 3-2 at (38-45 Harrisburg. This game was final after 5 were complete. Weather i guess.
Max Clark hit a homer is first. Meyers ht his 7th.

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Gameday: SeaWolves 3, Senators 2 Final Score (07/09/2025)

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West Michigan Whitecaps (56-26) (12-5) second half
Caps were down 5-2 at home and then the bottom of the 6th happened .
First guy walked. Next two guys struckout. With 2 outs they scored 8 runs. Check out the scoring summary
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Gameday: Captains 9, Whitecaps 10 Final Score (07/09/2025)

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Lakeland Flying Tigers (50-29)(12-3) second half.
Lost 7-1 at (44-38) Tampa winning streak is over at 12 games.

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Gameday: Flying Tigers 1, Tarpons 7 Final Score (07/09/2025)

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[biggunsbob]

AL Central update Wednesday July 9th, 2025
Also after Thursdays games July 10th, 2025.

—————-W-L—GB
Tigers………..59-35…………(Lost 1 in a row)[idle Thursday]
Royals……….46-48..(-13).(Won 4 in a row )[idle Thursday]
Twins …….….45-48..-13.5)[Lost 1in a row Cubs win in Minny 8-1].
Cleveland..43-48 (-14.5)Won 3 in a row)[Postponed]
W. Sox…….…31-62(27.5)…(Won 1 in a row)[Postponed]

First time in a few weeks every team in division picks up a game on the Tigers. It’s crazy to think the royals ,twins and Guardians are only
3, 3, and 4.5 out of a wildcard spot. With both the twins and Cleveland going 5-0 against the Cubs and Astros. (Cubs still play one more at Minnesota and Cleveland after Houston sweep heads to white Sox)
Cleveland’s next four are at Chicago. Then 3 at home with A’s and 4 with Baltimore

 

[@Stakesarehigh]

Also, hes been scored on in 5 of his last 14 outings. If thats dominant then your bar is on the floor.

6 of 20 if you're being remotely fair lol.

He is what he is, a back end piece, we need 2 reliable arms instead of Hernandez and Enns.

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.mlb.com/gameday/rays-vs-tigers/2025/07/09/777182/live/box

Boxscore.

https://www.mlb.com/gameday/rays-vs-tigers/2025/07/09/777182/live/video

Video highlights.

Rays 7, Tigers 3: Middle-innings meltdown

A brief lead evaporated with aplomb in less than a dozen pitches.

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Rays 7 - Tigers 3: Middle-innings meltdown.
A brief lead evaporated with aplomb in less than a dozen pitches.
BYBTB

11 pitches torch Detroit Tigers in 7-3 loss to Tampa Bay Rays in series finale

Detroit Tigers score: A three-run rally gave the Tigers a short-lived lead before reliever Chase Lee struggled in the sixth inning of a 7-3 loss.

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11 pitches torch Detroit Tigers in 7-3 loss to Tampa Bay Rays in series finale.
Freep

 

[kalinecountry]

WHAT RODNEY DANGERFIELD SAID

by Holly Horning What does it take for the Detroit Tigers to be recognized as the best team in baseball? It’s a question I’ve been asking myself repeatedly, esp lately. What is it about…

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WHAT RODNEY DANGERFIELD SAID.
Totally Tigers

 

[tomdalton22]

WHAT RODNEY DANGERFIELD SAID

by Holly Horning What does it take for the Detroit Tigers to be recognized as the best team in baseball? It’s a question I’ve been asking myself repeatedly, esp lately. What is it about…

totallytigers.wordpress.com

WHAT RODNEY DANGERFIELD SAID.
Totally Tigers

She is wrong. They have been #1 on ESPN's list for a long time. The front page of ESPN has an article about Skubal. MLB radio hosts are always talking about the Tigers being one of the best teams. And, to be fair to the "experts" that say the Dodgers are the best, they might be. The Tigers have the benefit of playing in the worst division in baseball. Every team in the Central besides the Tigers are below .500 and have a negative run differential.

 

[kalinecountry]

The Tigers’ 5 All-Stars are their most since having 6 in 2013.
That group: Miguel Cabrera, Prince Fielder, Torii Hunter, Jhonny Peralta, Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander.

Max Clark’s first Double-A home run carries the SeaWolves to victory on Wednesday

Scores, news, and notes from around the Detroit Tigers’ farm system for Wednesday, July 9, 2025.

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Max Clark’s first Double-A home run carries the SeaWolves to victory on Wednesday.
Scores, news, and notes from around the Detroit Tigers’ farm system.
BYBTB

MLB Draft: Baseball America projects Kayson Cunningham to Tigers

Alabama’s RHP Riley Quick rounds out a very exciting, hypothetical first round.

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MLB Draft: Baseball America projects Kayson Cunningham to Tigers.
Alabama’s RHP Riley Quick to Tigers, rounds out a very exciting, hypothetical first round.
BYBTB

Detroit Tigers trade targets: ESPN insider says Scott Harris should go for this reliever

ESPN's Jeff Passan thinks the Tigers should target Pittsburgh Pirates reliever David Bednar at the trade deadline.

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Detroit Tigers trade targets: ESPN insider says Scott Harris should go for this reliever.
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John C. Reilly, in Tigers uniform, makes surprise appearance at Comerica Park

John C. Reilly and the Detroit Tigers just became best friends.

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Actor John C. Reilly, in Tigers uniform, makes surprise appearance at Comerica Park.
Mlive

 

[kalinecountry]

Detroit sports is having a moment: Here are 29 reasons why

Detroit's sports scene is having a moment, with five players (and a ball boy) heading to the MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta, plus other teams thriving.

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Detroit sports is having a moment: Here are 29 reasons why.
Freep

 

[biggunsbob]

She is wrong. They have been #1 on ESPN's list for a long time. The front page of ESPN has an article about Skubal. MLB radio hosts are always talking about the Tigers being one of the best teams. And, to be fair to the "experts" that say the Dodgers are the best, they might be. The Tigers have the benefit of playing in the worst division in baseball. Every team in the Central besides the Tigers are below .500 and have a negative run differential.

Yes both can be true. There is some love but I still feel they we are not getting as much respect as we should. Hopefully we can prove them all wrong and win the World Series soon !

 

[biggunsbob]

Minor League update Thursday July 10th 2025

Toledo Mudhens (47-43). (8-7) second half.
Toledo won 3-2 final at Omaha. Baddoo had a 3 hits. Pitchers were decent.

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Gameday: Mud Hens 3, Storm Chasers 2 Final Score (07/10/2025)

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Erie Seawolves (54-30) (9-6) second half.
Lost 4-0 to Harrisburg (39-45) and only had 1 hit.

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Gameday: SeaWolves 0, Senators 4 Final Score (07/10/2025)

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West Michigan Whitecaps (56-27) (12-6) second half .
Bullpen blew a 4-2 lead heading into the 8th. Lost 5-4.

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Gameday: Captains 5, Whitecaps 4 Final Score (07/10/2025)

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Lakeland Flying Tigers (50-30) (12-4) second half.
Lost 2 in a row . 6-5 at Tampa

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Gameday: Flying Tigers 5, Tarpons 6 Final Score (07/10/2025)

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Florida Complex League
Tigers 31-18. (Lost last game)

Lakeland Standings

The official Standings for the Lakeland

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[kalinecountry]

FIVE FOR FRIDAY

by Holly Horning Now that Scott Harris has been through 2 full seasons as PoBO, it’s time to reflect upon his track record. Today, covering his best player acquisitions. In determining …

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FIVE FOR FRIDAY.
Totally Tigers

Now that Scott Harris has been through 2 full seasons as PoBO, it’s time to reflect upon his track record. Today, covering his best player acquisitions.
In determining them, I’m working with players who have an established track record. I’m not including players with just 2-3 months under their belts. I am considering those with 1+ years of service in Detroit.
As this is Friday, these are my top 5 success stories:

 

[kalinecountry]

Casey Mize Joins AL All-Star Team, Tigers Celebrate Five All-Stars.
Casey Mize, a pitcher for the Detroit Tigers, has been selected as an All-Star for the American League, joining four other teammates in this prestigious honor. This achievement highlights a strong season for the Tigers, who now match the Dodgers for the most All-Stars in the majors. Mize's journey from being off the ALDS roster last year to becoming an All-Star this year showcases his dedication and significant improvement. His selection, along with teammates like Zach McKinstry, underscores the depth of talent within the Tigers' roster, contributing to their competitive edge in the league.