Justin Verlander walked back into Detroit to the kind of ovation only legends receive. The fans rose. The cheers echoed. For a moment, it felt like time stood still. Verlander in the Old English D again—comfort, nostalgia, and hope all wrapped into one unforgettable homecoming.

But baseball has a cruel way of balancing emotion with reality.

We also dive deep into the spring training roster battles. Which young arms are now being forced into bigger roles? Who is stepping up in camp, and who may be falling behind? With Olson sidelined, opportunities have opened—but so have serious questions about depth, durability, and readiness.

We're Back! The Tigers offseason just got real. We break down Tarik Skubal’s arbitration hearing, plus the surprise Framber Valdez signing and how adding another frontline arm changes everything. Is this a true win-now move, or just insurance for the future? We look at how the Skubal situation could play out for trades or extensions. What does a Skubal/Valdez combo mean for the rotation hierarchy, and whether these moves signal a serious push toward contention in 2026. Optimism, risk, and a little bit of “same old Tigers” anxiety — it’s all on the table.

The MLB General Managers Meetings are in the books, and we’re breaking down what it all means for the Detroit Tigers. From early trade chatter and free-agent buzz to hints about the Tigers’ off-season priorities, we discuss what signals Scott Harris may have sent — and what wasn’t said that might matter even more. We also talk roster flexibility, areas of need, and how Detroit could position itself throughout the remainder of the off-season.

Bill and Chet give their thoughts on the 2025 Detroit Tigers Season, their favorite performances, the biggest surprises, and some ideas as to what lies ahead!

Tune in for a final goodbye to the Detroit Tigers 2025 season!

It was always going to end this way. Bill & Chet cover the 15 inning marathon that ended the ALDS between the Detroit Tigers and the Seattle Mariners.

What is next? How do the Detroit Tigers get better and make their current roster one that can truly compete in the post-season? Chet and Bill look at the Playoffs and where this team is possibly headed for 2026.

Bill and Chet dive deep into the first two games of the American League Division Series between the Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners, breaking down every clutch hit, bullpen gamble, and late-inning meltdown.

Topics discussed:

• Game 1 Recap: Zach McKinstry’s 11th-inning heroics and Kerry Carpenter’s big swing that stole the opener in Seattle.
• Game 2 Breakdown: Tarik Skubal’s strong start, Julio Rodríguez’s revenge, and where Detroit’s offense went cold.
• Player Highlights: Spencer Torkelson’s clutch moments, and Carpenter’s bat heating up
• Coming Home to Comerica: What to expect as the series heads to Detroit — pitching matchups, lineup adjustments, and why the home crowd could swing the series.

Listen now as Bill and Chet bring their signature mix of insight, humor, and Tigers-fan frustration to Detroit’s October showdown.

The Detroit Tigers are moving on! In this episode of Litter Box: A Detroit Tigers Podcast, we recap the thrilling AL Wild Card series where the Tigers finally found their offense and took down Cleveland. After struggling at the plate down the stretch, Detroit’s bats came alive in dramatic fashion — with key hits, power at the right moments, and a dominant start from Tarik Skubal that set the tone.

We break down:

• How the Tigers’ lineup finally broke through when it mattered most
• Skubal’s playoff poise on the mound
• The biggest turning points in the Wild Card matchup against Cleveland
• What Detroit’s offensive resurgence means for the postseason ahead

And that’s not all — we also take a quick preview of the Seattle Mariners, the Tigers’ next opponent in the ALDS. Can Detroit’s hot bats carry over into a tough series against one of the AL’s top rotations?

If you’re a Detroit Tigers fan hungry for playoff baseball talk, this is the episode for you.

The regular season has come to a close and Chet and Bill debate the playoff starting rotation, while predicting how many games it will take to seal the deal for the Tigers in the wild card round. We also lament the fact that we have a slate of mid-day games. The guys also debate the naming of the Guardians and dive into the history around the Cleveland franchise.