Locked On Tigers

Detroit Tigers face an uphill climb in the AL Central as PECOTA’s 2026 projections favor the Kansas City Royals for the division title. Will elite pitching, headlined by Riley Greene, Spencer Torkelson, and Kerry Carpenter, offset Detroit’s ongoing offensive questions and lack of big offseason bats?Scott Bentley breaks down PECOTA’s numbers, from the Tigers’ projected 83 wins and dominant pitching staff to uncertain run production. Discussion highlights include the AL Central’s shifting power balance, the impact of Bobby Witt Jr. for Kansas City, and surprising expectations for teams like the Minnesota Twins and Cleveland Guardians. Across the league, find out why the Seattle Mariners and Los Angeles Dodgers are statistical juggernauts while the St. Louis Cardinals face a projected collapse. Get a full look at playoff odds, potential breakout teams, and what the Tigers must do to emerge as true contenders.Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer