Washington Nationals vs. Detroit Tigers - July 02, 2025

Tigers better not get any funny ideas with Zack Short electing free agencyWith Zack Short electing free agency and leaving the New York Mets, the Tigers shouldn’t get any funny ideas about bringing him back again.

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The State of the Nationals Farm - News and Notes on the Nationals Minor LeaguesIt's been about three years since I last did this post and some things have changed. For starters, there's a new a general manager and a new field manager. The former is important, the latter is not, at least not in terms of what this site is focused on. The wish for a star I

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MLB Trade Rumors estimates Tigers arbitration raises for 2027Arbitration increase projections really lay out the main tasks for the Tigers front office this offseason.

3 realistic Tigers targets who satisfy Scott Harris' 'supplement not replace' requirementThe Tigers could add these three relievers via trade or free agency without breaking the bank.

Dodgers better hope for no repeats of Tarik Skubal's Tigers postseason debacleThe Dodgers are set to name Tarik Skubal their NLDS Game 1 starter, and the Tigers' wounds are still fresh.

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ABS Challenge Success Rate 📈How every MLB team did in first season with system 📲

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3 'True Contenders' for SkubalMets, Dodgers and Tigers are believed by insiders to be top teams to land ace (ESPN)

MLB Divisional Round Picks 🔮Predicting winners in postseason's next round 📲

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What’s Next For Dylan Crews?Dylan Crews has not lived up to the hype through 3 seasons, but is there still reason to believe he can?

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3 former Nationals players you didn't realize were in the 2026 MLB PostseasonWhile the 2026 season might be over for the Washington Nationals, rooting interest should not stop there for fans of the organization. Luckily, one of the Natio

Why Tigers' delay of Max Anderson's MLB debut might have been a good thingMax Anderson's fit in a crowded infield for the Tigers may become clearer now that we've seen who can stick and who we can't trust yet.

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Eduardo Valencia and Hao-Yu Lee seized 2027 roster spotsMcGonigle and Clark got the headlines, but Lee and Valencia made strong cases for Opening Day 2027.

Luis Arraez Landing Spots 📍Why the Tigers would be a fantastic fit for Philly's star second baseman 📲

MLB Rules Out Grand Teton GameRob Manfred won't pursue idea after doing 'due diligence' (The Athletic)

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Detroit Tigers News: Gleyber Torres, Jack Flaherty, John Peck, MLB postseason, Wild Card, Chicago White SoxPlus, did rigid bullpen use sink the Red Sox?

Every MLB Team's Biggest Surprise and Disappointment ⚾Breaking down notable highlights and lowlights of Detroit's 2026 season 📲

How does Josue Briceño fit on Tigers' 2027 roster if Spencer Torkelson stays?The Tigers are complicating Josue Briceño's path to the majors despite their promises.

Despite frustrating 2026 season, Tigers may not be done with Kenley JansenKenley Jansen may have given Tigers fans fits, but there's an argument he could make to the front office to stay.

Tigers acknowledge John Peck still has a lot of work to do with late AFL decisionThe Tigers are sending John Peck to Arizona Fall League after his major league cup of coffee.

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Taking a look at how the Washington Nationals fared using the ABS challenge systemI wanted to examine how the Nationals did in the first year of the ABS challenge system

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Kevin Gausman, Shota Imanaga's Top Suitors 🛬Why the Tigers should pursue one of the Cubs' top free agents ➡️

Guardians-White Sox ALDS matchup is yet another knife in the heart for TigersA Central team will be in the running to win the AL pennant, but it won't be the Tigers.

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Former Washington Nationals are already making a big impact in the postseasonLuis Garcia Jr., Bryce Harper and Erick Fedde are among the former Nationals to have big moments early in the playoffs

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Wild Card Game 2 Slate Recap ✍️3 out of 4 matchups officially set. Results and top highlights from each Wednesday game 📲

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The numbers prove that horrendous bullpen cost Tigers a comfortable playoff berthA failed trade deadline in terms of fixing the bullpen led to the Tigers leading the AL Central in run differential but missing the playoffs by eight games.

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Veteran Nationals catcher declares free agency after not appearing in majors in 2026The Washington Nationals might be at home on the couch watching the the 2026 MLB Postseason unfold like the rest of us, but that doesn't mean that things aren't

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Scott Harris gushing over Drew Sommers all but confirms next Tigers closerDrew Sommers might be the Tigers' closer of the future after a strong rookie season.

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Paul Toboni and the Washington Nationals need to find an elite reliever to spearhead the bullpenThe Nats cannot afford to build the bullpen on the margins again. They need a heavy hitter at the back end

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The eye-popping Statcast data behind James Wood's strong 2026 campaignThe 2026 MLB season has come and gone. It was an eventful year for the Washington Nationals, with Luis García Jr. hitting over 20 home runs before being traded

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Obscure former Red Sox takes aim at Kevin McGonigle in desperate bid at relevancyFormer utility man Jeff Frye inserts himself into the Kevin McGonigle Rookie of the Year conversation.

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Brady House took a step forward in 2026 for the Nationals but the best is yet to comeUnlike others, Brady House took a moderate step forward but there’s still plenty of gas in the tank for the 23 year old

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5 Teams That Can Dethrone the DodgersAnalyzing which squads have the best chance to beat reigning champions 📲

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Detroit Tigers News: Zack Gelof lawsuit, Kevin McGonigle, MLB Wild Card, PostseasonPlus, Aaron Judge is off the Wild Card roster

5 stats that sunk the Tigers' 2026 season, 5 that offer hope for 2027Breaking down the specific numbers that show how the 2026 Detroit Tigers fell short, but also providing optimism for 2027.

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Wild Card Game 1 Slate Recap ✍️Results and top highlights from all of Tuesday's matchups 📲

Jahmai Jones resurgence, postseason with Red Sox is s double-edged sword for TigersFormer Tiger Jahmai Jones was dealt to the Red Sox in July and he’s been raking ever since because why the heck wouldn’t he?

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The 30 greatest one-season wonders in MLB historyWhat makes players like Mike Trout, Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani (to name a few) really stick out is their ability to be truly elite year after year. Putting t

Athletics outfielder Zack Gelof sues Tigers in bizarre early twist to Detroit's offseasonAthletics outfielder Zack Gelof is suing the Tigers over an in-game injury in early July.

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The Washington Nationals offense blasted past all expectations this seasonThe Nationals offense was a force to be reckoned with this season getting production from all over the place in 2026

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Ranking Postseason Starting Lineups 🔢Where the top offenses stand going into October ➡️

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Breaking NewsA's outfielder Zack Gelof sues Tigers for damages after right knee slammed into Comerica Park fence (AP)

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Jarlin Susana impresses with easy high velocity in Triple-A Championship gameThe Washington Nationals officially concluded their 2026 season with 77 wins, exceeding any total they have had in over half a decade. In fact, there are a lot

Tigers' offseason changes begin with dismissals of first base, pitching coachesThe Tigers fired first base coach Anthony Sanders and assistant pitching coach Juan Nieves.

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CJ Abrams had a career year for the Washington Nationals in 2026CJ Abrams will be the first player we grade this offseason. The Nats infielder had a monster year at the plate

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Scott Harris and AJ Hinch’s press conference says they’re staying the courseThere wasn’t much new to take away from this one.

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How Justin Verlander, Kevin McGonigle summed up baseball's romance for one Tigers fan in transitionJustin Verlander and Kevin McGonigle made the Tigers' 2026 season worth it.

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Max Scherzer's last start offered hilariously characteristic juxtaposition with Justin VerlanderFormer Tiger Max Scherzer offered fans one last spectacle by refusing to come off the mound in what could be his final start.

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Is it time to worry about James Wood's second half struggles?The Washington Nationals offense had a great year. The N has been ranked near the top of most major offensive categories all season. Even after trading Luis Gar

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Highlights from Justin Verlander’s retirement weekendGet some tissues ready.

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ABS Increased MLB Game Times ➕Average time to play nine innings up nearly 4 minutes from last year (AP)

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The 2026 Washington Nationals had a season to be proud ofThis was a true step forward season for the Nats. I reflected on year 1 under Blake Butera and Paul Toboni

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Scott Harris actually takes accountability for Tigers' failures (but doesn't promise change)Scott Harris hints at yet another quiet offseason for the Tigers after a disappointing 2026.

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Andrés Chaparro caps impressive second half as Nationals take final series over MetsThe Washington Nationals have officially wrapped up the 2026 season. After a year that was both entertaining and embarrassing at different points, the players c

MLB Playoff Predictions 🔮Round-by-round picks with bracket set 📲

Detroit Tigers News: Justin Verlander retires, Kevin McGonigle, Max Scherzer, Dan Wilson fired, Pete Alonso, Christian YelichPlus, will Shohei Ohtani be ready for the postseason?

Updated MLB Draft lottery odds after Tigers suffer disappointing season endDespite the disappointment of being eliminated from postseason contention, the Tigers have a not-insignificant consolation prize to consider. They, along with (

MLB Draft Lottery 2027 OddsSee them here 📲

Final Regular Season Power Rankings 📊How the Tigers finished out the year 📲

Justin Verlander and the passage of timeFew athetes are able to define eras like Justin Verlander did.

And Now We Wait…Thanks to the Red Wings' award-winning playoff run, the Washington Nationals' minors and majors seasons ended just a day apart.

6 Tigers players who won't be back for Detroit's bounce back bid in 2027The Detroit Tigers players are (or should be) going their own ways in 2027.

Last Day of Regular Season 🔥Phillies grab final Wild Card spot. Astros take AL West. Full recap here 📲

Tigers drop season finaleWell, were you entertained this season?

Playoff Field Finalized ♨️Standings after Phillies clinch, Astros win division 📲

🚨 MLB Playoff Bracket SET 🔒😱 Astros on wrong end of history 🔔 Phillies taking on Braves 📲 Recap of final day

Pirates vs. Tigers (09/27/2026)

Full highlights from Pittsburgh Pirates' 4-2 win vs. Detroit Tigers 🎥

Mets vs. Nationals (09/27/2026)

Full highlights from Washington Nationals' 6-4 win vs. New York Mets 🎥

DC Mayor introduces bill including $380 million renovation to Nationals ParkLast week, Washington D.C. mayor Muriel Bowser announced plans to introduce new legislation that would allocate $380 million for renovations, and ongoing mainte

Could Framber Valdez’s strong finish indicate he’ll salvage his Tigers contract?After a tumultuous season, Framber Valdez is finishing strong and it could very well salvage his hefty Detroit Tigers contract.

Connelly Early is back in his place of peace on a big league moundConnelly Early managed to get on the mound for the Washington Nationals and made a strong first impression

Tigers and Pirates duke it out in final game of 2026 regular seasonYour best source for quality Detroit Tigers news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Nationals' season finale start time moved up to beat inclement weather on SundayThe Washington Nationals are headed into Game 162 against the New York Mets with a chance to clinch a 77 win season for the first time in the decade of the 2020

Divisive umpire Laz Díaz gets last victory lap with Tigers (and does Justin Verlander a final favor)Baseball says farewell to umpire Laz Díaz alongside Justin Verlander in his last time calling a game.

Rochester Loses AAA National ChampionshipTeam Yesterday Today Pitching Probables Rochester Lost, 5-3 (10 inn.) END OF SEASON N/A Oklahoma City 5 Rochester 3 (10 inn.) • Cebert 2IP, 1H, 0R, 1BB, 2K • Yean (BS, 1) ⅔ IP, 2H, 2R, 2ER, 1BB, 1K, WP • Beeter (L, 1-1) 3BF, 1H, 3R, 2ER, 2BB, 0K • Pineda 3-5, 2B, RBI

Justin Verlander (and his family) gave Detroit the emotional farewell we neededThe metaphor was perhaps a bit on the nose, met with an emotional climax that seemed as made for Hollywood as it was for Detroit. The moment, however, was perfe

Verlander: I Was Sobbing 🥲Tigers pitcher describes emotions after daughter surprised him on mound 🎥

Nationals speedsters CJ Abrams and Nasim Nuñez rounding out 2026 with historic featsCJ Abrams reached the 30-30 mark very recently. Nasim Nunez broke the Nationals team record for stolen bases. It has been a wonderful final wrap-up of the seaso

Pirates vs. Tigers (09/26/2026)

Full highlights from Detroit Tigers' 4-3 win vs. Pittsburgh Pirates 🎥

Justin Verlander gives Tigers fans one last spectacle to wrap up picture-perfect weekendJustin Verlander shined one last time in his emotional final start as a Detroit Tiger.

Verlander's Final MLB Start 🫡

Tigers legend pitched 5 innings and struck out 6 to cap off career

Verlander's Tearful Exit 😭Tigers pitcher walks off field for final time after hug from his daughter 🎥

Mets vs. Nationals (09/26/2026)

Full highlights from New York Mets' 7-1 win vs. Washington Nationals 🎥

Tigers Wear Verlander Shirts 🥹Teammates honor pitching legend ahead of his final MLB start 📸

Connelly Early slated for Nationals debut today after successful rehab assignmentThe Washington Nationals have just 2 games remaining, but if they finish out both games on a high note, they would have the opportunity to finish with a pretty

Justin Verlander’s best momentsThe Bless You Boys staff reminisce about their favorite JV moments

5 Justin Verlander moments that solidified his place as an all-time Tigers greatA look back on the highlights of Justin Verlander's Tigers career ahead of his last major league start.

The Washington Nationals officially avoid a last place finishWith the win last night, the Nats clinched 4th place and pushed the big money Mets into last place

Justin Verlander to make final MLB start vs Pirates on SaturdayYour best source for quality Detroit Tigers news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Justin Verlander declares himself a Detroit Tiger for life in emotional retirement ceremonyA day before his final MLB game, Justin Verlander was honored by the Detroit Tigers in an emotional ceremony with one big hint.

Saturday's News and Notes on the Nationals Minor LeaguesThe Rochester Red Wings (Nationals) face the Oklahoma City Comets (Dodgers) in the specious, one-game Triple-A National Championship

Justin Verlander changed everything for Detroit — and for meJustin Verlander's name is inextricably part of not just the Tigers' story but mine as well

Tigers open series with too-close-for-comfort win over PiratesPlus Kenley Jansen gets save 498.

Pirates vs. Tigers (09/25/2026)

Full highlights from Detroit Tigers' 8-7 win vs. Pittsburgh Pirates 🎥

Mets vs. Nationals (09/25/2026)

Full highlights from Washington Nationals' 7-6 win vs. New York Mets 🎥

Justin Verlander’s daughter threw a perfect first pitchMaking her dad proud

Verlander's Daughter 1st Pitch

Tigers legend was honored prior to game 🎥

Jim Bowden's condescending take on Tigers' Tarik Skubal trade is missing a lot of contextJim Bowden made himself even more of an enemy to Tigers fans.

Jacob Waguespack is making a strong case to survive Tigers’ bullpen teardownThe Tigers probably didn’t expect Jacob Waguespack to be a bullpen standout but he has been and he’s earned his keep.

Nationals' Triple-A affiliate set to play for International League ChampionshipThe Washington Nationals have just 3 final games remaining in the 2026 season at the major league level, and it has been a season filled with tons of ups and do

Washington Nationals final chapter of 2026 season comes with 3 games against MetsThe season finale is upon us as the Nats take on NL East rival Mets this weekend

Jorbit Vivas has not been that bad for the Washington NationalsJorbit Vivas is not amazing but I think he has been a little bit over-hated this season by Nationals fans

Baseball America names Eli Willits Nationals' 2026 minor league player of the yearThe 2026 season is coming to an end for the Washington Nationals over this weekend. With just 3 games remaining for the club, the Nationals are eager to stack a

AJ Hinch's Kerry Carpenter hint indicates bigger Tigers' mindset shift in 2027Kerry Carpenter might be on his last legs as the Tigers' outfield gets even more crowded.

The Rochester Red Wings win their first International League title since 1997The Washington Nationals AAA affiliate won a league title. This is a sign of the progress the new regime is making

Detroit Tigers News: Justin Verlander, Max Clark, Jason Benetti, Dan Dickerson, Chicago White SoxPlus, we grudgingly give the White Sox their due

B/R's Undisputed MLB Outfielder Rankings 🔢Where Riley Greene stands as one of the top players at the position 📲

Updated MLB Free Agency Rumors 👂Latest predictions for top stars available this offseason 📲

Why Kevin McGonigle may be immune to sophomore slump for Tigers after inevitable RotY winKevin McGonigle might have the tools to escape the dreaded sophomore slump.

Tigers host Pirates in final series of 2026 starting on FridayYour best source for quality Detroit Tigers news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Rochester Wins International League ChampionshipThe Rochester Red Wings defeated the Memphis Red Birds to win the International League Championship and advance to the AAA National Championship

Tigers seem just as confused about Dillon Dingler's inexplicable descent as fansDillon Dingler has no answers to his puzzling late-season slump with the Tigers.

20 worst Detroit Tigers free agent signings in franchise historyThe Detroit Tigers have given out a lot of bad money over the past few decades, whether it came in the form of free-agent contracts or extensions that didn’t tu

Justin Verlander-Max Scherzer cold war has one last wrinkle before they share a Hall of Fame classJustin Verlander and Max Scherzer's heated rivalry is coming down to the wire.

Dillon Dingler has put together a fine season despite the slumpDingler reached new heights by mashing pitches down until fatigue and plate discipline issues brought him back to Earth.

Dan Dickerson and Jason Benetti sign multi-year extensions with the TigersDetroit SportsNet and the Tigers Radio Network have their lead voices locked up for the long haul.

Tigers retain world-class broadcast team with new contracts for Benetti, DickersonThe Detroit Tigers have retained two of the best broadcasters in the business as Jason Benetti and Dan Dickerson both signed new contracts.

How do you feel about the ABS system after season one?At the end of year one of the ABS system, how are you feeling about it?

The Washington Nationals have an interesting decision to make at first base next seasonWith Andres Chaparro, Yohandy Morales and Abimelec Ortiz, the Nationals have a first base puzzle to solve

1 Stat for Every Team's 2026 Season 🔢Summarizing how the Tigers performed with a notable fact 📲

2026 MLB Awards Picks 🏆Selecting the winners for every accolade in the AL and NL ➡️

Memphis Pummels Rochester to Force Deciding Game ThreeThe Memphis Redbirds pummeled the Rochester Red Wings to force a winner-take-all Game Three in the International League Championship Series

Guardians writer is fighting a losing battle in Kevin McGonigle-Parker Messick debateArguments for Parker Messick to win RotY over Kevin McGonigle will continue to fall on Tigers' fans deaf ears.

Kyle Finnegan's infuriating injury reveal explains Tigers struggles but doesn't excuse themKyle Finnegan's injury admission just made his Tigers season go from bad to worse.

Yohandy Morales and the bullpen give the Washington Nationals their 75th win of the seasonA big swing by Yohandy Morales and quality work from the bullpen helped the Nats pick up another series win

Tigers drop final game of series against NationalsOh well.

Nationals vs. Tigers (09/23/2026)

Full highlights from Washington Nationals' 4-2 win vs. Detroit Tigers 🎥

Verlander Tell-All with Mookie 🔥

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