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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 PodcastPerfect Weekend? Tarik Skubal's comeback and a Tigers series win
s Tarik Skubal coming back soon? Did Kevin McGonigle's walk-off change the vibe around the Tigers? How important is Zach McKinstry to sparking the team going…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastAssessing a sweep, Dillon Dingler & the road ahead
The Tigers swept the Rays and look to get their season back on the rails this weekend agains the Mariners. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastCan getting healthy revive the Tigers' season?
The Tigers have put up 18 runs over two days, now with both Kerry Carpenter and Gleyber Torres back in the lineup. Former Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastThe Tigers are down bad. Is their season beyond saving?
After a sweep on the South Side, The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley assess the damage. Who was to blame on the fateful bunt play Friday…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastTigers playing laborious baseball, labor negations and more
The Detroit Tigers are now tied with the Angels for the worst record in the American League. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley unpack…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastReaction to the Tigers' latest meltdown: Is this now the team's identity?
After the Tigers blew a late lead and lost to the Angels, frustration is still mounting. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley unpack it…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastEvaluating the American League, MLB draft preview and more big-picture topics
As the Tigers continue their slide, The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley go beyond game coverage to tackle some bigger-picture topics in…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastIs Detroit's Season Already Wasted?
The Tigers got swept by the Guardians and have now lost 14 of their past 16 games. Is there any explaining what has gone wrong? And is there any solution in…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastIs A Close Loss Progress? Plus, Managerial Decisions & Tarik Skubal's Recovery
After such a rough stretch, was a 4-3 loss to the Guardians at least a step in the right direction? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastHow should we view the Tigers during a brutal losing skid?
The Tigers have lost 10 of 12 games. Is it time to panic? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley try to thread the needle — talking…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastFrustration, missed calls and a bad series for the Tigers
The Tigers got swept by the Mets and have lost eight of nine. How do we feel about A.J. Hinch's ejection on a missed call? Can Gage Workman really provide a…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastUnderstanding Tarik Skubal's NanoNeedle surgery and recovery timeline
How soon could Tarik Skubal be back in action? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley welcome Will Carroll of Injury Territory to discuss…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastTigers Snap Losing Skid. Is There Light At The End Of The Tunnel?
Despite a difficult span of days and a still-growing list of injuries, the Tigers are afloat in the American League standings. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastThoughts on Framber Valdez's suspension, Tarik Skubal's recovery and more
Tarik Skubal had successful surgery. Now, is six weeks really a reasonable timeline for his return? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastReaction: Tarik Skubal is set for surgery. How do the Tigers move forward?
Tarik Skubal is having surgery to remove loose bodies from his left arm. What does this mean for Skubal? And how can the Tigers patch things together without…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastPitching chaos returns as the Tigers steal a series
The Tigers take two of three from the Rangers in classic Tigers' style. Former Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson joins The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastAustin Jackson on Kevin McGonigle, outfield fundamentals and more
Former Detroit Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson joins The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley to discuss all the latest with the Detroit…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastHow could the Tigers replace Javier Báez, Casey Mize?
What's the concern level after injuries to both Javier Báez and Casey Mize on Tuesday night? If either of them have to go on the IL, where do the Tigers…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastSpencer Torkelson's hot streak, bullpen concerns and more
Spencer Torkelson has homered in five consecutive games. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and Kieran Steckley react to Tork's rollercoaster month and what's…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastThoughts on Spencer Torkelson's walk-off, Casey Mize's strong start and more
What did the Tigers' series victory against the Milwaukee Brewers say about this team? Were two home runs enough to erase concerns about Spencer Torkelson?…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastTigers mailbag: Gleyber Torres, Spencer Torkelson, pitching and more
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley turn to reader questions after a tough Tigers loss to the Brewers. Should we be worried about…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastDiving into Dillon Dingler's ascent, Spencer Torkelson's slow start and more
How should we feel after the Tigers split a four-game series in Boston? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley sit down to discuss that and…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastThe biggest takeaways from a perfect Tigers homestand
The Detroit Tigers won in walk-off fashion to cap a perfect 6-0 homestand. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley bring you all the…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastInstant reaction: Kevin McGonigle agrees to 8-year, $150M contract extension
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley react live to the news of Kevin McGonigle's eight-year, $150 million contract extension with the…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastDid the Tigers regain their spark with a sweep of the Marlins?
The Tigers got their act together with a pristine three-game sweep of the Miami Marlins. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley react to…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastReaction: Tigers swept in Minnesota. How Bad Are Optics?
It was another tough day for the Tigers, with Parker Meadows leaving the game after a collision and the Tigers getting swept. What's the latest on Meadows?…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastWhat should we make of the Tigers' 4-7 start?
How should we feel about the Tigers' 4-7 start? Should we be concerned about the team not playing to its capabilities? How are things looking for the likes of…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastJustin Verlander, pinch-hitting and more Tigers takeaways
The Tigers took two of three in their first home series, and we also came away with other questions about the team. What is the concern level for Justin…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers Podcast3 Good Things, 3 Bad Things From Tigers' First 6 Games
How should we be reacting to the Tigers' offensive woes in Arizona? What should we make of hot starts from Colt Keith and Casey Mize, plus a rocky first outing…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastExamining the Ron LeFlore story w/ biographer Adam Henig
On a special episode of Tiger Territory, The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley interivew Adam Henig, author of the new Ron Leflore…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastColt Keith, Justin Verlander & More Tigers Takeaways From Opening Weekend
Is Colt Keith's 4-for-9 start a sign of bigger things to come? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and guest host Rogelio Castillo of TIgers Minor League Report…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastReaction: Kevin McGonigle's Four-Hit Debut & More From Opening Day
Kevin McGonigle recorded four hits in his MLB debut, and the hype keeps growing larger. Former Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson joins The Athletic's Cody…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastReaction: Kevin McGonigle makes the Opening Day roster
Kevin McGonigle is on the team and set to debut Thursday against the San Diego Padres. How should we feel? And what position will he play? The Athletic's Cody…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastSpring training winners and losers
Some players such as Matt Vierling and Kevin McGonigle had terrific springs. Others such as Max Clark and Wenceel Pérez struggled. But what does it all…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastEvaluating Casey Mize, the Spring Breakout roster and final roster decisions
We are less than a week from Opening Day. The Tigers roster is mostly set with, of course, the Kevin McGonigle decision looming. What would be the lineup vs…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastJustin Verlander, bullpen battles and tough decisions
After his best outing of the spring, is Justin Verlander ready to rock in the regular season? And after a difficult stretch, has Parker Meadows done enough to…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastJordan Yost's HR, Spencer Torkelson scenarios + more
First-round pick Jordan Yost hit a home-run in his first MLB spring training game. Spencer Torkelson, Riley Greene, Matt Vierling and Framber Valdez also had…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastSorting out Kevin McGonigle's path to the Opening Day roster
If we're putting Kevin McGonigle on the Opening Day roster, who is coming off? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley dig into the…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastUnderstanding Tarik Skubal's Team USA decision + the latest on Kevin McGonigle
Tarik Skubal is under scrutiny for his Team USA decision. But is all that actually fair? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley dive into a…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastTarik Skubal's WBC saga, Enmanuel De Jesus's statement outing and more
Tarik Skubal shined in his World Baseball Classic debut. And now the spotlight is larger as a decision on whether to pitch again for Team USA looms. The…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastThe latest on Josue Briceño, Keider Montero and more from Tigers camp
What stood out most from the Tigers' Dominican trip? How concerning is Josue Briceño's wrist injury? And why did the Tigers option Keider Montero this…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastWhat we learned from the Tigers in the Dominican
What are the biggest takeaways from Day 1 of the Tigers' trip to the Dominican Republic? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley break down…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastTigers spring training stock report: Who's up? Who's down?
Kevin McGonigle keeps impressing this spring, and his case for the Opening Day roster is getting louder. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastAustin Jackson talks Justin Verlander, Max Clark and more
Former Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson joins to discuss how he reacted when he saw Justin Verlander was signing back with the Tigers. A-Jax also dives into…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastAnswering your questions about Tigers spring training
Who's looking comfortable at first base? What is a quality at-bat, really? What is the status of injured pitchers? And how early is too early to panic? The…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastRoster Projection 2.0 - Names To Watch.
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley go over the latest from spring training. What have we learned from Max Clark and Kevin McGonigle?…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastWhat's at stake for Tigers pitchers in spring training and beyond
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley return with more details from spring training. What did we learn from Justin Verlander's first…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastWhat Do Kevin McGonigle, Other Detroit Infielders Have To Prove This Spring?
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley go over the latest from spring training. How does entering camp with so many returning players…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastRiley Greene, Justin Verlander and more thoughts from spring training
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley dive into key storylines from the first week of spring training. What have we learned about Justin…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastTakeaways from Day 1 of Tigers Spring Training
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley react to all the news from Day 1 of spring training. With Justin Verlander and Framber Valdez in…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastReaction: Tigers sign Justin Verlander, lose Reese Olson for 2026
Justin Verlander is back, which is big news for Tigers fans. But it doesn't come without a cost. Reese Olson is out for the year. So did the Tigers really get…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastThe biggest questions as spring training begins
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley dive into the biggest storylines ahead of spring training. Did the Tigers win the offseason? What…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastBreaking: Skubal Wins Record-Setting Arbitration Case
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and co-host Kieran Steckley react to Tarik Skubal's arbitration victory. Is everyone a winner? Tiger Territory is the official…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastThe biggest hits of the Scott Harris era
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley catch up on the latest Tigers news: The deaths of Mickey Lolich and Detroit Negro Leagues legend Ron…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastBreaking: Tigers make a statement in signing Framber Valdez
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley do an emergency pod reacting to the Tigers' signing star left-hander Framber Valdez to a three-year…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastA.J. Hinch talks spring training, closers and raising the bar
Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch joins The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley as the Tigers prepare to depart for spring training. Listen…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastThe biggest misses of the Scott Harris era
The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley revisist, evaluate and provide context on the biggest misses of the Scott Harris era. Why did the…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastTarik Skubal, the case for Justin Verlander and more spring storylines
Topics this week: Reaction to Tarik Skubal's Cy Young acceptance and the case for his Cy Young three-peat. An overview of Keith Law's Top 100 prospects and…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastDecoding Scott Boras' comments + HOF debates
What should we make of Scott Boras' latest comments regarding Tarik Skubal negotiations? With the latest Baseball America rankings out, how do prospects handle…
Tiger Territory: A Detroit Tigers PodcastThe roster cases for Troy Melton, Kevin McGonigle and more
Should Troy Melton be in the rotation? Is Kevin McGonigle looking more or less likely to crack the Opening Day roster? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and…