Discover how the Detroit Tigers built a 67-33 record in 2025, led by ace Tarik Skubal. See how their homegrown core has them poised for a championship run.
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It's not a fluke. It's a blueprint. Over their last 100 games dating back to August 2024, the Detroit Tigers have been the best team in baseball, posting an astounding 67-33 record. This incredible run, which has catapulted them to the top of the AL Central, isn't the result of a lucky streak; it's the payoff from years of patient drafting and development, culminating in a homegrown core that has transformed the franchise into a powerhouse.
67-33. That's the Tigers' MLB-best record over their last 100 games, a testament to a dominant homegrown core and an ace dealing at a historic level.
The engine behind this historic stretch has been none other than ace Tarik Skubal. Pitching like a man possessed, the reigning Cy Young winner is authoring another masterpiece of a season with a 10-2 record, a 2.22 ERA, and a staggering 149-to-14 strikeout-to-walk ratio. His recent two-hit, 13-strikeout shutout registered a game score of 96, a mark of sheer dominance not seen since 2023. Skubal sets the tone, but he's backed by a roster filled with players who came up through the Detroit system, creating a chemistry and identity that has proven unbeatable over this extended period.
And the scary part for the rest of the league? The talent pipeline is just getting started. MLB officially recognized the Tigers' incredible depth by ranking their farm system #1 in the league for 2025, a system boasting an incredible six Top 100 prospects. While fans dream of future stars like Jackson Jobe (No. 5) and Max Clark (No. 6), the last wave of graduates is already powering the big-league club. Catcher Dillon Dingler has become one of the AL's best, Trey Sweeney is flashing the leather at shortstop, and arms like Brant Hurter and Brenan Hanifee have solidified the bullpen. The current success is fueled by past prospects, and the future looks even brighter.
Despite the long-term dominance, the Tigers face a short-term test tonight against the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates. The offense has hit a snag, scoring just five total runs over the last three games. With the dependable Casey Mize (6-2, 2.95 ERA) taking the hill, the pressure falls on the bats of Spencer Torkelson, Riley Greene, and the rest of the lineup to wake up and provide support. Tonight's matchup against Bailey Falter is a crucial opportunity to get back on track and ensure this brief offensive cold spell doesn't undermine their hold on the AL Central.
Tonight's game against the Pirates is more than just another Tuesday in June; it's a test of this team's resilience. With Casey Mize on the mound and a lineup eager to break out of its slump, the Tigers have a chance to prove their recent offensive woes are just a blip. The foundation for sustained success is firmly in place, built on elite pitching and a pipeline of talent that is the envy of baseball. Now, it's time for the bats to remind everyone why this team isn't just a feel-good story, but a legitimate World Series contender.
