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[kalinecountry]

THE TOUGH CHOICES POLLS – FINAL FAN RESULTS

by Holly Horning Over the past week, we posed a series of 6 questions for fans to answer by voting. Despite offering polls that forced hard choices, the results are very clear. Here are the f…

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THE TOUGH CHOICES POLLS – FINAL FAN RESULTS.
Totally Tigers

Over the past week, we posed a series of 6 questions for fans to answer by voting. Despite offering polls that forced hard choices, the results are very clear.
Here are the final tallies for all 6 questions. Do you see how fans’ opinions have changed over time?

#1 – Who is the better GM/PoBO?

• Scott Harris 74%
• Dave Dombrowski 26%

#2 – Who is the better manager?

• A. J. Hinch 84%
• Jim Leyland 16%

#3 – Who is your favorite franchise face?

• Justin Verlander 56%
• Miguel Cabrera 44%

#4 – Which owner has done the most for the Tigers franchise?

• Chris Ilitch 62%
• Mike Ilitch 38%

#5 – Who is your favorite broadcaster?

• Dan Dickerson 82%
• Jason Benetti 18%

#6 – Who is your favorite Cy Young Award winning pitcher?

• Justin Verlander 86%
• Tarik Skubal 14%

Do any of these poll results surprise you?
What is your biggest takeaway from what the fans are saying?

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.mlb.com/tigers/news/justin-verlander-throws-simulated-game-in-injury-rehab-for-tigers

Verlander throws sim game, continues to stretch out for eventual rehab assignment.
Tigers official site

https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2026/05/20/justin-verlander-injury-update-tigers-news-mlb/90182833007/

Tigers RHP Justin Verlander shows signs of concern in simulated start.
Freep

 

[kalinecountry]

SATURDAY SURVEY

Justin Verlander is about to come off the IL and pitch his home debut this coming Tuesday. It will be almost 9 years since he pitched his last game at Comerica as a Tiger. How excited are you…

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SATURDAY SURVEY.
Totally Tigers

Justin Verlander is about to come off the IL and pitch his home debut this coming Tuesday. It will be almost 9 years since he pitched his last game at Comerica as a Tiger.
How excited are you about his return?

How excited are you about Justin Verlander's return to Comerica as a Tiger?

1. Very excited.

2. Somewhat interested.

3. It's just another game.

VOTE

 

[kalinecountry]

Tigers announcing Justin Verlander return date should still temper expectations

When the Detroit Tigers signed Justin Verlander during the offseason, the move was about much more than nostalgia. Sure, bringing the 43-year-old future Hall of

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Tigers announcing Justin Verlander return date should still temper expectations.
Don't get your hopes up.
MCBTB

 

[kalinecountry]

IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT THE ARM

by Holly Horning Detroit Tiger fans are a tough bunch. Their online torching of once-again Tiger icon Justin Verlander is so very disappointing – and sad to read. Let’s hope their…

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IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT THE ARM.
Totally Tigers

 

[kalinecountry]

Justin Verlander To Miss Several Weeks With Hamstring Strain

The injury bug bites Verlander just as he was recovering.

www.mlbtraderumors.com

Justin Verlander To Miss Several Weeks With Hamstring Strain.
MLBTR

 

[kalinecountry]

The end might be nigh, but only Verlander should decide for certain

A hamstring injury has once again stalled Justin Verlander's second start of the 2026 season. Yet cries for him to retire ought to fall on his deaf ears.

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The end might be nigh, but only Verlander should decide for certain.
A hamstring injury has once again stalled Justin Verlander's second start of the 2026 season. Yet cries for him to retire ought to fall on his deaf ears.
GregEnoSubstack

 

[kalinecountry]

Justin Verlander is voted into the All-Star game by the Commissioner and says this will be his last season.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/HMuHXjWWAAARP2F?format=jpg&name=medium

 

[kalinecountry]

Three-time Cy Young Award winner, two-time World Series Champion, 2011 American League MVP, and 2006 AL Rookie of the Year Justin Verlander has been named to the AL roster as a “Legend Pick” for the 2026 All-Star Game, Commissioner of Baseball Robert D. Manfred, Jr. announced today.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/HMt-JpOWoAAZciZ?format=jpg&name=medium

Closing out a legendary career in the place where it all began.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/HMuL-3uXcAA2GY4?format=jpg&name=medium

 

[tomdalton22]

not a shock with his injuries this year. It would be funny if he doesn't pitch again this season and gets an additional $13M from the Tigers for pitching in one game!

 

[kalinecountry]

not a shock with his injuries this year. It would be funny if he doesn't pitch again this season and gets an additional $13M from the Tigers for pitching in one game!

I agree, but what he did to make a deal to return to the Tigers sounds like he wanted to not only retire as a Tiger, but also go into the HOF with a Tigers cap.
I have watched every Tigers pitcher from the mid 50's to the present, and Verlander is the best Tigers pitcher I have seen pitch, in my opinion.

 

[tomdalton22]

I agree, but what he did to make a deal to return to the Tigers sounds like he wanted to not only retire as a Tiger, but also go into the HOF with a Tigers cap.
I have watched every Tigers pitcher from the mid 50's to the present, and Verlander is the best Tigers pitcher I have seen pitch, in my opinion.

Him going in as a Tiger doesn't do much for me, but I understand that it does for a lot of fans. I'm sure that him ending his career here will help that decision. It's not like the $13M will make a difference...Tigers management pisses money away on worthless players all of the time...at least JV is a fan favorite!

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.mlb.com/tigers/news/justin-verlander-legacy-all-star?partnerId=it-20260708-18894694-mlb-1-A&utm_id=it-20260708-18894694-mlb-1-A&lctg=1083044

Verlander, named All-Star Legend Pick, will retire after this season.
Tigers official site

 

[kalinecountry]

Justin Verlander named to All-Star Game, announces he’ll retire at season’s end

The Tigers great was named a Legends Pick to the All-Star Game, and announced he’ll retire at season’s end.

www.blessyouboys.com

Justin Verlander named to All-Star Game, announces he’ll retire at season’s end.
The Tigers great was named a Legends Pick to the All-Star Game, and announced he’ll retire at season’s end.
BYBTB

Justin Verlander To Retire At End Of Season

One of the best pitchers of his generation is winding down his career.

www.mlbtraderumors.com

Justin Verlander To Retire At End Of Season.
MLBTR

Justin Verlander responds to All-Star nod with announcement Tigers fans saw coming

Justin Verlander announced his retirement after being named the AL All-Star team's Legend Pick.

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Justin Verlander responds to All-Star nod with announcement Tigers fans saw coming.
MCBTB

https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49307720/tigers-justin-verlander-retire-2026-season

Tigers' Justin Verlander to retire after 2026 season.
espn

 

[andthereitgoes84]

I have watched every Tigers pitcher from the mid 50's to the present, and Verlander is the best Tigers pitcher I have seen pitch, in my opinion.

I don't know KC, I might be a "little" younger than you.
...and though I never got to see either pitch in person....

Lolich in WS '68 will always make him my #1....3 complete games (including the clincher) and a home-run.
McLain 31 W's that year...too bad his later actions in life...well...

I realize Tigers don't make it to the WS without Verlander in '06, '12
...unfortunately he pretty much bombed in both, not to mention the all-star game fubar in '12.

While I'm sure his stats will probably put him among the best pitchers to wear a Tigers uniform... I like to remember the Champions who did it when it counted most.

... after all, we get so few of them in this town.