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Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers Podcast
Tiger Territory is your go-to podcast on the Detroit Tigers. Hosts Kieran Steckley and The Athletic beat reporter Cody Stavenhagen bring you inside info and analysis on the Gritty Tigs all year long. Tiger Territory is part of the Foul Territory Network: Baseball the way it should be covered!
Episodes
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastRotation Reinforcements
Cody and Rogelio discuss the easiest vote of the week as Kevin McGonigle wins Detroit Tigers Player of the Year as voted by the Detroit chapter of the BBWAA…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers Podcast5 Starting Pitching Targets
Cody and Rog discuss five starting pitchers they like, Dillon Dingler winning another Gold Glove and the Tigers additions and subtractions to the 40-man…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastOffseason mailbag: What would it take to get Jeremy Peña?
A new era of Tiger Territory starts with the introduction of Rogelio Castillo as the newest cohost. Rog and The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen go over Rog's…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastWho will be the next Tigers to win major awards?
Will Kevin McGonigle win an MVP? Is Tory Melton or Jackson Jobe more likely to develop into a Cy Young winner? And who will be the next Tigers to win Rookie of…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastHow much would Jacob deGrom cost? What can Detroit learn from the World Series?
t's the offseason, which means all ideas are on the table. Here's one: If the Tigers wanted to pursue Jacob deGrom, how much would it cost them? The Athletic's…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers Podcast5 free agents who could make sense for the Tigers
Is this free agent class as bad as it seems? And are there still fits for the Tigers out there? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley go…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers Podcast5 Tigers who are likely to return in 2027
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley go over the cases for keeping five Tigers on the fringe. — Does Zach McKinstry's defense and…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers Podcast5 Tigers players who might not be back next season
Roster crunch time is near for the Detroit Tigers. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley discuss candidates the team might part with. Is…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastAnalysis: How comfortable are the Tigers at each position?
We go around the horn with The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley, evaluating the Tigers' comfort level at each position on the diamond. Is…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastTigers 2026 grades and awards
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley kick off the offseason by handing out grades and awards for the 2026 Tigers. — Does the…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastReaction: What we learned from Scott Harris' postmortem presser
The year is over, and Scott Harris and A.J. Hinch gave all their end-of-year thoughts Monday in Detroit. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastTakeaways from Justin Verlander's farewell and the Tigers' finale
Justin Verlander's emotional final start was the talk of the sport, and the Tigers capped a disappointing season. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastJustin Verlander's legacy and the meaning of his final weekend
Justin Verlander is set for the final outing of his career Saturday. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley talk all things Verlander and…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastFramber Valdez, River Ryan and the 2027 Tigers' rotation
The Tigers are in the season's final week with plenty of storylines still swirling. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley bring you all…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastRiver Ryan, Justin Verlander and finding meaning in the final week
The final week of the season is upon us. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley break down the biggest storylines. — The Tigers…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastWhat's At Stake For The Tigers?
The Tigers are near elimination from playoff contention. But that doesn't mean there isn't much at stake heading into the final nine games. The Athletic's Cody…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastKeider Montero, Spencer Torkelson ... & the Tigers' odds of one last playoff push?
The Tigers had a six-game winning streak before dropping Wednesday's series finale against the Blue Jays. Do they have any real hope of making this…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastAnalysis: Jackson Jobe's breakout, Hao-Yu Lee's swing, Justin Verlander's farewell
The Tigers swept the Rockies, and a bundle of end-of-year storylines are coming together. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley bring you…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastBreaking down Tigers rookies and their surprising skillsets
Players such as Ben Malgeri, Brett Callahan, Eduardo Valencia, Hao-Yu Lee and Max Clark have all done things to impress since getting called to the major…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastA series win, a first base platoon and River Ryan's return
The Tigers beat the Twins to snap a streak of seven straight series losses. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley hop on to break it all…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastAll the things the Tigers have wasted in 2026
The Tigers lost three games to the Guardians in walk-off fashion. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley talk about the vibes and then give…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastAnalysis: Who is and isn't part of the Tigers' core going forward?
The Tigers escaped a 12-inning rollercoaster in Minnesota, and their season marches on. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley go over…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastHave the Tigers raised the white flag on their season?
The Tigers lost to the Twins by scores of 11-1 and 15-2, prompting a new low point in a chaotic season. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastInside Tarik Skubal's return, Javy Báez magic and more
The Tigers lost in Tarik Skubal's return to Detroit and dropped two of three to the Dodgers. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley bring…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastWhat should we expect from Tarik Skubal's return to Comerica Park?
In advance of Tarik Skubal's return to Comerica Park with the Dodgers, The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley dive into some of the most…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastAre the Tigers back in development mode?
The Tigers have lost 10 of their past 12 games, with a whole lot of rookies suddenly populating the roster. Former Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson joins The…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastThe Tigers are back on the ropes. Can they still recover?
The Tigers have lost eight of their past nine games after a difficult road trip to Pittsburgh and Kansas City. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastMailbag: Are Max Clark, Riley Greene worthy of extensions?
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley answer listener questions in this special mailbag episode. — Should the Tigers attempt to…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastAre the Tigers' shortcomings catching up to them?
The Tigers dropped another series in Pittsburgh, losing again at the hands of the bullpen. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley break it…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastTigers' AL Central hopes take a hit after White Sox sweep
The Chicago White Sox swept the Tigers in crucial three-game series. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley go over all that happened and…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastTigers Are Officially Back In The Playoff Hunt
As the Tigers make their case for the postseason, The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley bring you all the latest. — With the White…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastThe Tigers are hot. Is it good or bad for the game?
The Tigers sold at the trade deadline but are nearly back in the playoff picture. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley give their takes…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastJackson Jobe, Riley Greene & A Critical Week Ahead
Suddenly, the Detroit Tigers are staring at a playoff spot. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and co-host Kieran Steckley react to an impressive San Fransisco…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastDillon Dingler, Framber Valdez and another series win
The Detroit Tigers are drawing closer to .500 and a playoff spot. Do they have a legitimate top-tier offense? Is Dillon Dingler really in the MVP discussion?…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastTigers respond to trade deadline chaos
The Tigers have won four straight and are only 1.5 games out of the playoff hunt. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley break it all down…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastInstant Reaction: Tigers Deal Mize At Deadline
After dealing Tarik Skubal on Saturday night, the Detroit Tigers concluded the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline with one additional move: Trading Casey Mize to the San…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastInstant Reaction: Tigers Trade Skubal To Dodgers
The Tarik Skubal Era in Detroit is over. Late Saturday night, the Tigers agreed to trade Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers for a trio of prospects: Zyhir Hope…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastTarik Skubal mock trades + Max Clark's promotion
Max Clark is getting the call to the major leagues, and the trade deadline is drawing closer. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley tell…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastDid we just witness Tarik Skubal's final start as a Tiger?
Tarik Skubal got multiple ovations, but what might have been his final start in Detroit turned into a strange extra-inning loss. Was this really goodbye for…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastIs the Tigers' trade-deadline direction coming into focus?
What's the mood after the Tigers split a series with the lowly Kansas City Royals? And what does it mean (or not mean) for the team's impending trade-deadline…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastThe Tigers keep rolling & Tarik Skubal keeps believing
The Tigers won 4-3 against the Royals with some unlikely contributions. Is this team officially fun again? And after Tarik Skubal's latest comments about not…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastFramber Valdez's struggles, Tarik Skubal's situation and the Tigers' rollercoaster
Framber Valdez's latest blowup has us wondering: Who would start a playoff series for the Tigers? Also, The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen shares insight into his…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastWith crunch time here, is Tarik Skubal officially back to himself?
The Tigers are back from the All-Star break with another series win, and The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley are here to break it all…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers Podcast3 bold predictions for the Tigers' second half
How will the second half play out for the Detroit Tigers? Could they win the A.L. Central? What is Tarik Skubal's fate? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastDetroit Tigers midseason report card: Who passes and who fails?
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley go over first-half grades for the Tigers' rotation, bullpen, offense, defense, coaching staff and…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastThe Tarik Skubal soap opera, first-half reflections and the MLB Draft
The first half is in the books, and The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley look back and look forward with much drama still to come. What's…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastJustin Verlander's retirement, the MLB Draft and a trade mailbag
It's a busy time in Tigers land. Is Dillon Dingler's hand OK? What's most important to know about Justin Verlander's retirement announcement? Who could the…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastA hot streak, Tarik Skubal's trade value and Joey Cora's ouster
The Tigers have won six of seven and have the AL's best record since June 1. What does it all mean? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastThe Tigers are clawing back into the picture. Should we believe?
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley catch up on an encouraging few days for the Tigers. Should we still be skeptical of the Tigers'…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastAre the Tigers building a case to hold their ground at the trade deadline?
The Detroit Tigers are playing as intended. But is it enough to overcome a putrid May when the trade deadline comes? Could they sell and buy a chance at the…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastWith the trade deadline looming, Casey Mize shines
The Tigers roared to life in the Bronx behind a strong offensive output and seven strong innings from Casey Mize. Former Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson joins…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastThe Detroit Tigers are running out of time to save their season
After an extra-inning loss, the Tigers are back to 14 games below .500. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley discuss the vibes coming off…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastDo the Tigers actually have enough to make a run?
After the Tigers squandered a great start from Troy Melton, do they really have enough to make a run? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastCasey Mize, Ben Malgeri and the Tigers' case to avoid a sell-off
The Tigers lost the second game of their series to the Yankees, but they continue to make a case that their season is far from over. The Athletic's Cody…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastA series sweep, a Jahmai Jones lesson and a Justin Verlander update
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley react to the Tigers' series sweep against the Chicago White Sox. Did Tarik Skubal inject life into…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastHolding on or letting go? Examining the Tigers' longer-term outlook
In the middle of a season gone wrong, The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and Kieran Steckley look at things from 30,000 feet. Should the Tigers and their fans…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastTigers let another series get away in Houston
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley go over all that happened as the Tigers dropped two of three games to the Astros. What do we make of…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastTarik Skubal's Return Not Enough vs. Cleveland. Where Are The Bats?
The good: The Detroit Tigers got back Tarik Skubal. The bad: The Detroit Tigers got back to their old ways of losing in frustrating fashion to the Cleveland…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastShould we take the Tigers' June bounceback seriously?
The Tigers have won seven of their past nine games, building a better case for why they could get back in the hunt. Should we take this team seriously? The…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastDillon Dingler Stakes Claim As Baseball's Best Catcher
Dillon Dingler is a certified star, but is he the best catcher in baseball? He certainly looks the part after hitting his 15th and 16th home runs of the season…