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Troy Brock

Troy Brock

Joined: Sep 17, 2024

Troy Brock is an up and comer in the sports journalism landscape. After starting on Medium, he quickly made his way to online publications Last Word on Sports and Athlon before bringing his work to the esteemed Sports Illustrated. You can find Troy on Twitter/X @TroyBBaseball

Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch speaks to reporters April 5, 2024, before the home opener at Comerica Park.
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Where Do Detroit Tigers Rank in Major League Baseball Over Last Five Seasons?

Even with the improbable playoff run in 2024, the Detroit Tigers have been one of the more middling teams in MLB over the last five seasons.

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Sep 27, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman (2) hits a sacrifice fly during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
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Boston Red Sox Reportedly Nearing Deal with Detroit Tigers Top Free Agent Target

The Boston Red Sox are reportedly nearing a deal with a Detroit Tigers free agency target from earlier this offseason.

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Sep 25, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; Baltimore Orioles right fielder Anthony Santander (25) follows through on an RBI double against the New York Yankees during the fourth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Slugging Outfielder Could Be Next One-Year 'Prove It' Contract for Detroit Tigers

The slugging free agent outfielder could be the next player to sign a one-year "prove it" deal with the Detroit Tigers.

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Oct 30, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Jack Flaherty (0) reacts after the first inning against the New York Yankees in game four of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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AL East Team May Stand in Way of Detroit Tigers Reunion with World Series Pitcher

The Detroit Tigers may have an American League East team standing in the way of their reunion with a World Series Champion pitcher.

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Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch (left) and president of baseball operations Scott Harris (right) talk with reporters March 27, 2024, at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
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This Year's Detroit Tigers Reminiscent of Another AJ Hinch Managed Team

The Detroit Tigers unlikely playoff run this year is reminiscent of another unlikely playoff run from nearly a decade ago.

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Detroit Tigers president of baseball operations Scott Harris watches warm up before Game 2 of ALDS at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024.
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Detroit Tigers Stay Quiet in Offseason Following Unlikely Postseason Run

The Detroit Tigers have remained mostly stagnant this offseason after an unlikely playoff appearance.

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Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) looks towards first base during the first inning against Cleveland Guardians at Game 5 of ALDS at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024.
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Tigers Ace Tarik Skubal Ranked No. 17 Best Player Heading Into 2025

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal has been ranked as the 17th best player in MLB heading into 2025.

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Oct 9, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Alex Cobb (35) pitches against the Detroit Tigers during the first inning during game three of the ALDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
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Detroit Tigers Signing Veteran Starter Alex Cobb Grades As 'Harmless'

The Detroit Tigers added veteran starter Alex Cobb to their rotation in a harmless move.

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Oct 14, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; Cleveland Guardians pitcher Alex Cobb (35) pitches during the second inning against the New York Yankees in game one of the ALCS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
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Is Signing Alex Cobb Enough for the Detroit Tigers This Winter?

The Detroit Tigers added to their rotation this week with veteran Alex Cobb, but is that enough?

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Sep 27, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman (2) hits a sacrifice fly during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
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What Affect Does Adames Signing Have On Alex Bregman's Impending Deal

The top infielder came off the board over the weekend, but what affect will Willy Adames's contract have on Alex Bregman's impending deal?

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Detroit Tigers left fielder Riley Greene (31) acknowledges fans as he exits the field after 4-1 win over Chicago White Sox to clinch a wild card spot in the MLB playoff at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024.
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Outfielder Riley Greene Plays Pivotal Role in Detroit Tigers Offense

The Detroit Tigers may have found the cornerstone of their offense in 2024 with outfielder Riley Greene.

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Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) celebrates after a double play against Cleveland Guardians in the sixth inning of Game 2 of ALDS at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024.
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Examining Detroit Tigers Ace Tarik Skubal's Changes That Led to Dominance

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal needed flexor tendon surgery in 2022, in 2024 he was the American League Cy Young winner.

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