Locked On Tigers - Daily Podcast On The Detroit Tigers

Detroit Tigers fans face uncertainty as FanDuel Sports Network teeters on the brink—will Tigers games soon disappear from television? Scott Bentley examines the future of Detroit Tigers broadcasts, drawing on Tony Paul’s Detroit News report about Main Street Sports Group’s financial troubles and the possible end of regional sports networks. Is a YES Network–style solution or team-branded streaming...

Detroit Tigers shake up their roster by designating Justin Henry Malloy for assignment to make room for reliever Kyle Finnegan, whose 2-year, $16.75 million deal is now official. Is the Tigers bullpen finally gaining long-term stability, and did Malloy's production justify this bold move? Scott Bentley breaks down the ramifications of the Tigers’ latest transactions, weighing Finnegan’s high floor...

Detroit Tigers face a pivotal offseason with Scott Harris betting big on internal development—will Riley Greene and Colt Keith deliver the breakout seasons needed to ignite the lineup in 2026? With no major offensive additions, fans are left questioning whether youth and potential can overcome last year’s second-half slump. Scott Bentley breaks down Harris’s comments and highlights the projected r...

Detroit Tigers face big questions with a wide-open bottom half of their bullpen. Can young arms like Brandt Herder, Ty Madden, Dylan Smith, and Drew Sommers secure vital spots and elevate the team’s relief unit for 2026? Scott Bentley breaks down key player profiles, spotlighting Herder’s lefty specialist role and command challenges, Madden’s recovery and starter-versus-reliever future, Smith’s on...

Detroit Tigers face tough offseason questions as star free agents slip away and roster spots tighten. Is the infield set with Colt Keith, Javy Báez, and Glayber Torres, or should fans expect a surprise move for Alex Bregman or Bo Bichette? Scott Bentley weighs whether the front office is content relying on youth development over splashy signings and explores the fallout from negotiations reportedl...

Detroit Tigers face a franchise-defining crossroads: should they trade ace Tarik Skubal amid relentless Dodgers rumors, or make a blockbuster extension offer before spring training? Is Detroit ready to let go of their top pitcher, or will Scott Harris hold out for a Juan Soto-sized return? Scott Bentley breaks down the Tigers’ trade buzz, including updates on Tyler Glasnow’s status with Los Angele...

Detroit Tigers land Kenley Jansen—will his legendary cutter and pursuit of 500 saves reshape the bullpen hierarchy? Scott Bentley breaks down the Tigers’ blockbuster signing, analyzing how Jansen’s one-year deal, high-leverage pedigree, and signature pitch could strengthen Detroit’s late-inning strategy. The conversation pits Jansen’s projected role against manager AJ Hinch’s bullpen philosophy an...

Detroit Tigers fans brace for a slow offseason as front office moves underwhelm following the Winter Meetings. Is Scott Harris playing it too safe, or is there more beneath the surface? Scott Bentley examines the quiet signing of Kyle Finnegan, Drew Anderson, and Gleyber Torres, raising the question: can incremental depth win games, or will the team’s lack of bold acquisitions haunt them in 2026?...

Kyle Finnegan returns to the Detroit Tigers on a two-year, $19 million deal—could his dominant splitter and high-leverage experience be the game-changer the bullpen needs? Scott Bentley breaks down Finnegan’s impact, his elevated role as likely closer, and how tweaks in Detroit turned him into an elite late-inning arm following the 2025 trade deadline. With Finnegan and Will Vest anchoring the rel...

Detroit Tigers target Ha-Seong Kim as trade rumors heat up at the Winter Meetings—could Kim’s versatile infield defense and base-stealing speed reshape their lineup more than a blockbuster move for Alex Bregman? Scott Bentley examines the Tigers’ interest in Kim, exploring his injury comeback, defensive prowess, and the pros and cons of prioritizing value over splashy contracts. The debate intensi...

Detroit Tigers fans brace for another winter of uncertainty as front office comments spark debate—is the franchise too cautious to capitalize on its young talent? Drew Anderson lands a surprising $7 million deal, but will a conservative offseason approach leave the rotation and bullpen thin? Scott Harris’s remarks question whether meaningful upgrades are on the horizon, and the fanbase wonders if...

Detroit Tigers shake up their rotation as Drew Anderson signs a one-year deal after dominating the KBO, boasting near-record strikeouts and a sub-2.5 ERA. Will Anderson emerge as a surprise starter or become a bullpen weapon? Scott Bentley questions the Tigers’ offseason strategy, breaking down Anderson’s stuff, potential role, and the risks of relying too heavily on unproven arms while demanding...

Detroit Tigers enter MLB Winter Meetings with roster upgrades on the line—will Alex Bregman or an elite bullpen arm join the hunt for the AL Central? With premier talent like Kyle Schwarber, Pete Alonso, Bo Bichette, and Cody Bellinger grabbing headlines, Scott Bentley weighs whether the Tigers are serious contenders for top-tier free agents or facing another conservative off-season. Can the front...

Detroit Tigers eye major bullpen upgrades as the Winter Meetings approach—is Pete Fairbanks the missing piece for a playoff push? Scott Bentley breaks down the buzz surrounding Fairbanks, Michael King, and Kyle Finnegan, examining each player’s market value, strikeout rates, and fit in Detroit’s pitching rotation. The episode explores the Tigers’ reluctance to spend big on hard-throwing relievers...

With the MLB pitching market exploding, could Tarek Skubal command a record-breaking deal to stay with the Detroit Tigers? Scott Bentley explores how recent contracts like Dylan Cease’s $210 million deal and Ryan Helsley’s bold move to the Orioles are redefining the value of arms across the league. Key topics include the Tigers’ offseason priorities, the implications of big spending on Skubal’s fu...

Detroit Tigers fans celebrate a hard-earned return to postseason baseball as Tarik Skubal’s Cy Young dominance and back-to-back playoff appearances spark renewed hope. Can the Tigers build on their success and make a serious championship push next season? Scott Bentley explores Detroit’s forward momentum, spotlighting top prospects like Max Clark and McGonigle, Will Vest and Kyle Finnegan’s bullpe...

Detroit Tigers face a bullpen crossroads after Will Vest’s standout 2025 campaign. Can Vest anchor the ninth inning, or would a dominant new closer elevate the Tigers’ late-game firepower? Scott Bentley examines Vest’s strengths—top-tier groundball and barrel prevention rates, improving strikeout metrics, and growing arsenal—while probing his ability to handle left-handed hitters and how a shifted...

Detroit Tigers face a pivotal offseason after FanGraphs’ 2026 ZiPS projections peg the roster as “fine but not elite.” With Torkelson, Riley Greene, and Tarik Skubal leading the charge, the Tigers are solid across the diamond—but lingering questions remain about shortstop production, third base upside, and a right field weakness highlighted by below-average WAR. Scott Bentley breaks down position-...

Detroit Tigers target ex-Mets reliever Ryan Helsley as a surprise starting pitcher candidate. Is this high-velocity experiment the key to revamping Detroit’s rotation, or a risky gamble with a struggling arm? Scott Bentley breaks down the Tigers’ non-tender moves, including Andy Ibáñez’s departure, and discusses arbitration updates for Matt Vierling, Jake Rogers, and Bo Brieske. The conversation h...

Detroit Tigers face pivotal decisions at MLB's non-tender deadline—could Andy Ibáñez and key relievers be on the chopping block? Will Tarek Skubal stay in the Motor City, or is a blockbuster trade or massive extension looming? Scott Bentley reviews the Tigers' arbitration-eligible and pre-arb roster, spotlighting Reese Olson, Parker Meadows, and Jamai Jones while debating which young players may s...

Detroit Tigers face a pivotal non-tender deadline—are surprise roster moves on the horizon? With key players like Tarik Skubal, Casey Mize, and Jake Rogers on the arbitration-eligible list, Scott Bentley examines who’s locked in for 2026 and which underperformers might be on the bubble. Scott Bentley breaks down contract scenarios for Tigers fixtures, highlights likely returns for emerging talents...

Detroit Tigers reshape their infield with Gleyber Torres accepting the $22.05 million qualifying offer. Can the team juggle a logjam of young talent and proven bats? Uncertainty hangs over third base, while Colt Keith, Javi Baez, and rising prospects like Kevin McGonagall compete for roster spots. Did the Tigers miss an opportunity for a game-changing trade or free agent signing? Scott Bentley bre...

Detroit Tigers face pivotal roster decisions as Rule 5 Draft protection deadline looms—whose future is safe, and who’s at risk? Scott Bentley spotlights prospects Hao-Yu Lee, Thayron Loranzo, and Jake Miller, breaking down their potential MLB impact and why leaving certain names unprotected could shake up Detroit’s depth chart for 2026. The debate heats up over super-utility man Trey Cruz and left...

Detroit Tigers prospect Kevin McGonagall captures Arizona Fall League MVP. Could his breakout pave the way for an MLB debut in 2026? The Tigers continue their dominance in AFL honors, while roster questions linger about third base and the futures of Glaber Torres and Alex Bregman. Scott Bentley breaks down McGonagall’s eye-popping stats, Max Anderson’s surging stock, and defensive concerns swirlin...

Detroit Tigers prioritize pitching as GM Jeff Greenberg outlines the club's winter strategy. With Tarek Skubal coming off back-to-back Cy Young seasons, will Detroit secure their ace with a long-term extension or make bold roster moves? Intrigue builds around Scott Boras’s cryptic comments and Skubal’s future, while the front office eyes significant upgrades both on the mound and in the bullpen as...