Locked On Tigers

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 like Riley Greene, Spencer Torkelson, and Kerry Carpenter, and questions whether veterans Andy Ibáñez or Bo Brieske could be cut loose to shake up the roster. Insightful analysis covers arbitration strategy, the impact of Lynn Henning’s bold predictions, and how additions like Hao-Yu Lee could signal a shift in Detroit’s infield plans. Which players will survive Friday’s deadline, and could unexpected non-tenders reshape the Tigers’ blueprint for contention?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply.