MLB umpires will have a new view for replays this season – on Zoom
Major League Baseball struck a deal with Zoom Video Communications Inc. allowing on-field umpires to watch the replay operations center evaluating contested calls.
New MLB pitch clock appears to work, shaves 20 minutes from early games
Major League Baseball approved its first pitch clock this season, and every day is a new experience for the players as they try to get used to them this spring.
MLB's bigger bases could lead to more steals, fewer injuries, experts say
Major League Baseball is introducing bigger bases this season as part of a flurry of changes designed to put more action and athleticism back in the game.
FOX 2 Sports Tigers 2023 Spring Training Preview
As spring training opens for the Tigers, games are about to get underway and FOX 2 Sports is bringing you the sights and sounds from Lakeland.
A sit-down with famed Tigers outfielder Willie Horton
Willie Horton was there when the riots broke out in Detroit. The outfielder whose name is now a legend in Tigers lore sat down with FOX 2 Sports about his career and looking forward to the upcoming season.
What are the challenges facing Tigers with MLB's new rule changes
Bigger bases and a pitch clock? Two big changes coming to major league baseball could alter the game. Here's how the Detroit Tigers are gearing up for a very different 2023 season. Also, what can we expect from Javy Baez, who arrived a free agent last season.
Biggest questions facing Detroit Tigers as Spring Training kicks off
If Tigers Manager A.J. Hinch could sum up one theme from Detroit's spring training camp, it's getting inside the strike zone.
Willie Horton reflects on career, discusses current Tigers team
Jennifer Hammond sat down with Tigers legend Willie Horton in Lakeland to discuss his career, his challenges fitting in with the team, and his thoughts on this current Tigers team and its direction.
WATCH - Jennifer Hammond reports from Tigers Spring Training where she speaks with Javy Baez
Jennifer Hammond catches up with shortstop Javy Baez as he enters his second season in Detroit where he's hoping for a rebound from the 2022 season.
WATCH - Jennifer Hammond with an exclusive 1-on-1 interview with Tigers DH Miguel Cabrera
Miguel Cabrera is entering his 21st and last MLB season. Jennifer Hammond was able to talk to the future hall-of-famer about this being his final year.
WATCH - Jennifer Hammond talks with Tigers pitcher Matthew Boyd on 1st day of Spring Training
He's back in a Tigers uniform and is looking forward to the upcoming season.
Detroit Tigers send throughs to MSU on first day of spring training workouts
East Lansing may be far from the spring training facility in Florida, but Michigan State University was on A. J. Hinch's mind on the first day of workouts. He sent thoughts from the Detroit Tigers to MSU after Monday's shooting.
MLB to test pitch timer, other big rule changes at spring training
"The pitch timer is — by far — the biggest change that's coming this season," MLB executive VP Morgan Sword said.
WATCH - Woody catches up with a few Tigers doing community work ahead of their caravan tour
Time to start thinking baseball. Spring training is just four weeks away. Woody was in Detroit and caught up with a few of the Tigers to talk about the new rules and Comerica Park dimensions.
Tigers announce changes to Comerica Park, move fences in 10 feet, lowering height to 7 feet
The Detroit Tigers are moving the fences at Comerica Park - and it could make for some major home run changes this season.
Phillies acquire All-Star reliever Gregory Soto from Tigers
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies acquired All-Star reliever Gregory Soto and utility player Kody Clemens, son of seven-time Cy Young Award winner Roger Clemens, from the Detroit Tigers on Saturday in exchange for infielder Nick Maton, outfielder Matt Vierling and catcher Donny Sands.
US to let MLB stars play for Cuba in 2023 World Baseball Classic
It clears the way for MLB stars like José Abreu, Yordan Alvarez, and Randy Arozarena to represent their home country in the World Baseball Classic next year.
Comerica Park getting lighting upgrades for amplified experience
It's not just Detroit's football team making waves this December.
Tigers star Miguel Cabrera says 2023 likely his last season before retirement: report
"It feels a little weird to say that. I thought I'm not going to say that ever, but I think it's time to say goodbye to baseball," Cabrera said in the interview.
Three-run homer blasts Astros to World Series win in game 6 vs. Phillies
The win also finally gets Dusty Baker his first title in his 25th season as a manager.