Guys, there’s no beating around the bush. The last week has been rough. Swept by the Pirates? No one had that on their bingo card after the first half of the season. While the Blue Jays have been excellent lately, last night’s showing was abysmal.
It seems like an essential time for the Tigers to turn things around. With the trade deadline looming, each game the Tigers play (and each game they lose) determines whether or not the Tigers will make moves or stay pat. While the Tigers still have an excellent record and a slump is not a sign of the end times, it’s not a heck of a lot of fun to watch.
So let’s hope this weekend turns the tide.
Now let’s get into today’s news bites!
Detroit Tigers News:
At least there was one highlight of the Tigers’ game last night. No report on whether it was the same squirrel from the May invasion, and if he was called up again to bolster the team. Let’s hope.
The Tigers’ most pressing need is in the back of the bullpen, and if they swing big at the deadline, that’s probably what they should address. However, they continue to be linked to Suárez as well as the Cardinals’ Nolan Arenado, who would need to waive his no-trade clause, so it seems they could want to upgrade at third. Adding Suárez’s power behind Gleyber Torres, Kerry Carpenter, Riley Greene and Spencer Torkelson for a playoff run would be huge for their lineup in terms of power and balance.
RHP Geoff Hartlieb has been selected from Triple-A Toledo. He will wear uniform #64 and be available for tonight’s game vs. Toronto.
RHP Carlos Hernandez has been designated for assignment.
— Tigers PR (@DetroitTigersPR) July 24, 2025
AL Central News:
Steven Kwan had a good week.
MLB News:
BREAKING: The Seattle Mariners are acquiring first baseman Josh Naylor from the Arizona Diamondbacks, sources tell ESPN.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) July 25, 2025