Locked On Tigers

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 ongoing health woes, and Summers’ sidearm potential as a left-handed depth option. The conversation highlights the Tigers’ need for proven lefty relievers, the fierce battle expected for remaining bullpen spots, and how post-injury bounce-backs could shape Detroit's pitching strategy. Plus, updates on Kenley Jansen’s official signing and insights into possible roster moves set the stage for an intriguing Spring Training competition. Will Detroit’s in-house talent rise to the occasion, or are more veteran additions still needed? Don’t miss this high-stakes look at the Tigers’ bullpen rebuild.Everydayer ClubIf you never