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[kalinecountry]

Brad Ciolek, the Washington Nationals Director of Amateur Scouting, is leaving the organization to join the Detroit Tigers. Among many responsibilities, Ciolek will take on an extensive leadership role in international scouting.

 

[kalinecountry]

PUZZLING AND PROBLEMATIC PERFORMANCE

by Holly Horning Today’s blog qualifies as the most challenging one I’ve had to write all year. To quote Winston Churchill, this season – and this team – is “A m…

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PUZZLING AND PROBLEMATIC PERFORMANCE.
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[kalinecountry]

GRADING THE 2025 TIGERS – MANAGEMENT

by Holly Horning Now that we’ve graded all the players, it’s time to turn our attention to management. For Manager A. J. Hinch, evaluate him for what he has done given the talent he was…

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GRADING THE 2025 TIGERS – MANAGEMENT.
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Now that we’ve graded all the players, it’s time to turn our attention to management.
For Manager A. J. Hinch, evaluate him for what he has done given the talent he was handed. You may also include his coaches as a minor point in your evaluation process. Additionally, a comparison between the 2024 and 2025 seasons will assist in your grading.
As you consider PoBO Scott Harris, keep in mind that other Front Office executives factor into the decision-making process, not just Harris. Of course, evaluate the pitching and positional talent he acquired for this season. You should also consider what he has done in a little less than 3 years as PoBO as well as compare the 2024 and 2025 seasons.
Next week, I’ll have a summary report of what fans are saying and final grades for all.
In the meantime, please cast 2 votes for each of the candidates.

 

[kalinecountry]

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]

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.
Totally Tigers

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]

The Detroit Tigers Have a Pitching Problem - Tigers Minor League Report

The Detroit Tigers have a strong farm system and excellent minor-league results, but their pitching development is struggling.

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The Detroit Tigers Have a Pitching Problem.
TMLR

 

[kalinecountry]

Tigers' front office addition should have fans wary about Cubs, Jed Hoyer connection

The Detroit Tigers have oddly turned to the Chicago Cubs for baseball strategy, poaching a front office hire away from them.

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Tigers' front office addition should have fans wary about Cubs, Jed Hoyer connection.
Not who comes to mind when thinking of baseball strategy.
MCBTB

 

[kalinecountry]

TALKIN’ TARIK – TAKE 1.

by Holly Horning It is the single most important question hanging over the Detroit Tigers this off-season. Will Tarik Skubal remain a Tiger and wear the Olde English D in 2026? It’s not a cut…

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TALKIN’ TARIK – TAKE 1.
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[kalinecountry]

https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2025/11/04/detroit-tigers-front-office-brad-ciolek-mlb/87012470007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z115819p118650c118650d00----v115819b0040xxd004065&gca-ft=147&gca-ds=sophi

Detroit Tigers hire Brad Ciolek from Nationals as leader of international operations.
Freep

f'n paywall.

 

[kalinecountry]

The Detroit Tigers continue editing their Front Office. Out (demoted) is Dir. of International Operations, Tom Moore who was hired in 2005 and promoted by Al Avila in 2022. It is yet another Nationals executive, Brad Ciolek who has a stellar draft record and advanced background in analytics.

 

[kalinecountry]

Tigers hire Brad Ciolek from the Nationals to head international operations

The front office and coaching staff changes continue.

www.blessyouboys.com

Tigers hire Brad Ciolek from the Nationals to head international operations.
The front office and coaching staff changes continue.
BYBTB

 

[kalinecountry]

The Detroit Tigers continue to hire and promote new execs and coaches. And a third coach, Gary Jones, won't be returning.

https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2025/11/05/detroit-tigers-coach-gary-jones-coaching-staff-2026/86965722007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z115914p118250c118250d00----v115914b0044xxd004465&gca-ft=202&gca-ds=sophi

Gary Jones won't return to Detroit Tigers' coaching staff in 2026 after 4 seasons.
Freep

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2025/11/06/detroit-tigers-2026-coaching-staff-billy-boyer/87111119007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z116614p119050c119050d00----v116614b0051xxd005165&gca-ft=77&gca-ds=sophi

Detroit Tigers complete 2026 coaching staff with Billy Boyer promoted as quality coach. pay wall.
Freep

 

[kalinecountry]

Tigers Make Several Coaching Additions

Detroit will have a different first base coach and a new assistant hitting coach next season, among other changes. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

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Tigers Make Several Coaching Additions.
MLBTR

 

[kalinecountry]

FIVE FOR FRIDAY

by Holly Horning You shouldn’t be surprised that the Detroit Tigers continue to shake up their Front Office. I have often written of Theo Epstein’s philosophies including how long…

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FIVE FOR FRIDAY.
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You shouldn’t be surprised that the Detroit Tigers continue to shake up their Front Office. I have often written of Theo Epstein’s philosophies including how long it takes to edit an organization to the PoBO’s/GM’s liking. A minimum of 3 years according to the Yoda of baseball.
The Tigers now are in their 4th year.
Here are the 5 (really 6) new names you need to know. All hired within the past couple of months.

 

[kalinecountry]

LOOKING BACK – Part 1.

by Holly Horning Every once in a while, it’s interesting to go back in time and see how fans responded to the important moments during the Tigers’ 2025 season. Were they seeing th…

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LOOKING BACK – Part 1.
Totally Tigers

Every once in a while, it’s interesting to go back in time and see how fans responded to the important moments during the Tigers’ 2025 season. Were they seeing the issues correctly? Did they call an event in advance? Did they remain consistent in their beliefs? Were they proven right?
We last reviewed how fans performed earlier this summer. It’s time now to review the polls readers completed for the last third of the season – August through early October. There are some interesting results.
Grab one of these polls and address it if you like. There is a thought-provoking statement after each one. Tell us what you think.

 

[tomdalton22]

LOOKING BACK – Part 1.

by Holly Horning Every once in a while, it’s interesting to go back in time and see how fans responded to the important moments during the Tigers’ 2025 season. Were they seeing th…

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LOOKING BACK – Part 1.
Totally Tigers

Every once in a while, it’s interesting to go back in time and see how fans responded to the important moments during the Tigers’ 2025 season. Were they seeing the issues correctly? Did they call an event in advance? Did they remain consistent in their beliefs? Were they proven right?
We last reviewed how fans performed earlier this summer. It’s time now to review the polls readers completed for the last third of the season – August through early October. There are some interesting results.
Grab one of these polls and address it if you like. There is a thought-provoking statement after each one. Tell us what you think.

this one stood out.

2. How should the Tigers manage Tarik Skubal’s innings for September?

• Pull back his innings a little. 75%
• Allow him to pitch as long as he can. 25%

Interesting that fans wanted to save his arm yet there was great controversy when he was pulled from a game in October when it was believed he should have pitched into the late innings.

It really isn't interesting. Fans wanted to save his arm...for October!

 

[byco42]

FIVE FOR FRIDAY

by Holly Horning You shouldn’t be surprised that the Detroit Tigers continue to shake up their Front Office. I have often written of Theo Epstein’s philosophies including how long…

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FIVE FOR FRIDAY.
Totally Tigers

You shouldn’t be surprised that the Detroit Tigers continue to shake up their Front Office. I have often written of Theo Epstein’s philosophies including how long it takes to edit an organization to the PoBO’s/GM’s liking. A minimum of 3 years according to the Yoda of baseball.
The Tigers now are in their 4th year.
Here are the 5 (really 6) new names you need to know. All hired within the past couple of months.

The “Quality Control “ guy is a “liaison” between “manager, coaches, and players.” ? What does that even mean?

 

[kalinecountry]

I have no idea. They like to talk in riddles.

 

[kalinecountry]

Tigers better hope Scott Harris' 'nasty' Alex Bregman tiff won't impact Tarik Skubal

Scott Harris' "nasty" negotiations with Alex Bregman could hinder the Tigers' long-term outlook.

motorcitybengals.com

Tigers better hope Scott Harris' 'nasty' Alex Bregman tiff won't impact Tarik Skubal.
Probably not a good look!
MCBTB