Tigers Today
Episodes
Alex Avila talks 2026 'pressure' — and his new book
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this edition of the Tigers Today podcast, Tony Paul talks to former Tigers catcher Alex Avila about the high expectations for the 2026 Tigers and t...
Adam Graham, Tony Paul rank baseball movie characters
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this edition of the "Tigers Today podcast," Tony Paul talks to Detroit News film critic Adam Graham about their five favorite characters in basebal...
Prospect guru Emily Waldon opens up on her battle with cancer, talks Tigers farm
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of the Tigers Today podcast, The News’ Tony Paul catches up with Emily Waldon, a Baseball America contributor based...
Steve Phillips talks Tiger Stadium, outlook for '26
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this edition of The Detroit News' "Tigers Today" podcast, Tony Paul talks to MLB Network's Steve Phillips about growing up in Detroit as a Tigers f...
Did Scott Harris do enough? Jeff Riger has thoughts
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this edition of The Detroit News' "Tigers Today" podcast, Tony Paul talks to Jeff Riger from 97.1 FM The Ticket to talk about the Tigers' upgraded ...
John Keating talks TV career, ’06 Tigers, Harwell, and more
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this edition of The Detroit News' "Tigers Today" podcast, Tony Paul talks to former Detroit sports broadcaster John Keating about his TV career, th...
Alex Avila on what JV reunion means to Tigers
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this edition of The Detroit News' "Tigers Today" podcast, Tony Paul talks to former Tigers catcher Alex Avila about the Tigers signing Justin Verla...
Keith Law talks McGonigle, Clark, all things prospects
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this edition of The Detroit News' "Tigers Today" podcast, Tony Paul talks to The Athletic's Keith Law about the top prospects in the Tigers' system...
AJ Hinch joins the show, talks Skubal, prospects and more
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky are joined by Tigers manager AJ Hinch to talk about Tarik Skubal, Riley Greene, prospects to watch in spring training and ...
Arbitration expert Mike Smith breaks down Skubal saga
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul talks with former Detroit Tigers director of baseball operations Mike Smith about the MLB arbitration process and what fans can expect in th...
97.1’s Stoney joins the show, talks Skubal, hot stove and more
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul talks with 97.1 FM's Mike Stone about the World Series, Scott Harris' news conference, Tarik Skubal's future and should the Tigers make anot...
Trying to make sense of Scott Harris' season-ending presser
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul talks with Detroit News columnist John Niyo and Tigers Minor League Report co-founder Rogelio Castillo about Scott Harris' season-ending new...
Is the season already a success? Lynn Henning weighs in
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul talks with former Detroit News reporter Lynn Henning about the Tigers tied 1-1 against the Mariners heading into Game 3 of the ALDS on Tuesd...
Alex Avila returns to the show — and says momentum is a real thing
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and former Tigers catcher and MLB analyst Alex Avila wrap up the Tigers-Guardians' series and they preview the ALDS against the Mariners.
97.1’s Jeff Riger talks collapse, another series in Cleveland
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul talks with 97.1 FM's Jeff Riger about the Tigers' collapse in September and they preview the wild-card series against the Guardians, beginni...
What the heck is happening? Jon Paul Morosi sheds some light
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul talks with MLB reporter Jon Paul Morosi about the Tigers heading into the final six games of the regular season with a one-game lead over th...
Alex Avila joins the show, roots for Detroit World Series
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul talks with former Tigers catcher Alex Avila about the Tigers heading into the final weekend of the regular season with a 6.5-game lead over ...
Meet Erie SeaWolves-Detroit broadcaster Greg Gania
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul talks with Greg Gania, the play-by-play announcer of the Tigers' AA affiliate in Erie and the Detroit radio broadcaster who handles 40 games...
As playoffs loom, there’s still lots to figure out
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky take a look at the first-place Tigers heading down the stretch with a 10-game lead and 21 games to go in the AL Central.
What’s the biggest sore spot – offense or the bullpen?
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Lynn Henning discuss the Tigers' slumping offense and inconsistent bullpen as the team (70-52) heads to Minnesota with a 6.5-game lead o...
Scott Harris did a lot at deadline, but did he do enough?
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Lynn Henning discuss what the Tigers (64-46) did at the MLB trade deadline and whether president Scott Harris did enough to improve the ...
With deadline looming, how bold will Scott Harris be?
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Lynn Henning discuss what the Tigers (59-38) are likely to do at the MLB trade deadline on July 31 and they take a look at the players t...
Flaws are showing up, with trade deadline a month away
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Lynn Henning discuss what the Tigers (49-30) might need at the MLB trade deadline and they take a look at the team's best prospects in t...
Comerica Park is the place to be as team keeps hummin’
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky discuss the Tigers' 43-24 record heading into Baltimore for a three-game series and the players likely heading to the All-...
At 37-20, it's awfully tough to identify team's flaws
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky take a look at the Tigers' 67-33 record in the last 100 games heading into Friday's game against the Royals in Kansas City...
Maybe these Tigers are actually really good
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky break down the Tigers' red-hot start (23-12) heading into Tuesday's game against the Rockies in Denver.
Hot through 25 games, what's sustainable and what's not?
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode of the Tigers Today podcast, Tony Paul and Chris McCosky take a look at the Central Division-leading Tigers with a 15-10 record...
Injury bug can't keep Detroit down in early going
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode of the Tigers Today podcast, Tony Paul and Chris McCosky take a look at the first-place Tigers with a 7-5 record and a half-gam...
Season preview: Can the Tigers live up to the hype?
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode of the Tigers Today podcast, Tony Paul and Chris McCosky preview the 2025 season and they make predictions on where the Tigers ...
Al Avila reflects on turbulent tenure as general manager
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special edition of the Tigers Today podcast, Tony Paul talks with Al Avila, who was with the Tigers for 22 years, including his last seven yea...
Three weeks till Opening Day, things are suddenly unsettled
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky take a look at the Tigers' unsettled roster with injuries to Matt Vierling and Parker Meadows three weeks before Opening D...
Early observations a month out from Opening Day
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky take a look at the Tigers' roster decisions in spring training with Opening Day one month away against the defending champ...
There's a lot to sort out as players arrive in TigerTown
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky take a look at the Tigers during the first week of spring training in Lakeland with the exhibition opener Saturday against...
Alex Bregman says no to Detroit; our instant reaction
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul reacts to Alex Bregman saying no to the Tigers late Wednesday night and yes to the Red Sox, signing a $120 million, three-year contract with...
Jack’s back; now, all eyes turn to Alex Bregman
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul talks to Chris McCosky about the Tigers signing Jack Flaherty and they ask, "What's taking Alex Bregman so long to sign a new deal?"
With spring camp looming, what does Scott Harris do next?
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul talks to Chris McCosky about the Tigers adding reliever Tommy Kahnle and they weigh the pros and cons of possibly adding third baseman Alex ...
As winter meetings get under way, will Scott Harris pounce?
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul talks to Chris McCosky, who is in Dallas for the winter baseball meetings. What will the Tigers do? What do they need to upgrade the offense...
Lynn, Tony on winter meetings, 2025 HOF ballot
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Lynn Henning reminisce about winter baseball meetings and they discuss Lynn's 2025 Hall of Fame ballot.
Hot-stove edition: Tony, Lynn predict Scott Harris' next moves
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Lynn Henning take a look at Scott Harris' options in free agency and on the trade market to strengthen the Tigers during the offseason.
Magic joy ride is over; what's in store for the winter?
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Lynn Henning look back at the Tigers' improbable playoff run to the ALDS and they look ahead to what the 2025 Tigers might look like.
Against all odds, the Roar of '24 continues in Cleveland
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Lynn Henning take a look at the Tigers' improbable run to the playoffs and they preview the ALDS against the Guardians.
Alex Avila joins the show, insists he kind of saw this coming
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former Tigers catcher Alex Avila shared his thoughts on the Tigers-Astros playoff series, which gets under way Tuesday afternoon in Houston.
Tigers on the brink of playoffs. How did this magical run happen?
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky take a look at the Tigers' improbable run to a possible wild-card spot and what to expect in this final homestand of the s...
How many more wins will it take for the Tigers to make the playoffs?
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky talk about the Detroit Tigers' surge and what it's going to take for them to make post-season play.
It's September, and we have an actual playoff race
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky talk about the Tigers in the middle of a wild-card playoff race with 23 games left in the regular season.
The kids are coming. Is rebuild's end finally in sight?
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky talk about the red-hot Tigers, who are 6-1 in the last seven games and winning with one of the youngest lineups in basebal...
Lynn Henning puts vacay on hold to talk Leyland, state of rebuild
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Lynn Henning talk about the state of the Tigers' rebuild after the trade deadline and heading into Tuesday's game against the Mariners i...
In aftermath of trade deadline, let's make sense (or not) of things
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony and Chris try to make sense of the Tigers' four deals at the trade deadline and what it means for the rest of the season, beginning this weekend ...
Yes, they’re still sellers – but will they sell their ace?
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky talk about the improved Tigers, who went 8-2 before the All-Star break and whether they should trade ace Tarik Skubal.
Tony's running out of things to say but Chris isn't — yet
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky talk about the struggling Tigers, who have lost four in a row and fallen to a season-high six games below the .500 mark.
Third of the way into 2024, there's good, bad and many questions
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky talk about the Tigers with a 32-33 record, the wild-card standings, Tarik Skubal's 8-1 start and Spencer Torkelson's demot...
Chris, Tony search for answers to team's offensive drought
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky take a look at the Tigers' offensive problems after a 21-22 start heading into a weekend series against the Diamondbacks i...
TV man Jason Benetti talks dad jokes, love of naps, idols, and more
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul hosts a special edition of The Detroit News/Detroit Tigers podcast with new play-by-play announcer Jason Benetti. They talk about a wide ...
Tony takes show on the road with new Whitecaps manager
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul hosts a special edition of The Detroit News/Detroit Tigers podcast with Tony Cappuccilli, the new manager of the West Michigan Whitecaps.
There's more good than bad (14-11) after 25 games
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris McCosky and Tony Paul talk about the Tigers' 14-11 record after 25 games heading into this weekend's series against the Royals at Comerica Park.
McCosky returns to discuss 7-4 start, grueling schedule
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris McCosky and Tony Paul talk about the Tigers' 7-4 record heading into a grueling part of the schedule beginning Thursday against the Central Divi...
Opening Day in the D, early returns, Jason Benetti
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Lynn Henning talk about the team's fast start, new broadcaster Jason Benetti and Opening Day 2024 against the A's on Friday at Comerica ...
Adam Graham, Tony Paul unveil inaugural baseball movie draft
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Detroit News reporter and Tigers Today host Tony Paul sat down with News film critic Adam Graham to rate their favorite baseball moves, a top 10 list ...
It's time for baseball. Can Detroit actually contend
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris predicts the Tigers will reach the .500 level (81-81) and Tony predicts 87 wins, but they both expect Detroit to contend in the Central Division...
As Opening Day looms, decisions still to be made
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Paul and Chris McCosky talk about the Tigers' final roster taking shape before next week's season opener against the White Sox.