The News' Tony Paul gives his quick takes on the Tigers' game against the Diamondbacks on Monday.

The Detroit Tigers clinched a series victory to open the season, and on Monday they turn the page to the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Dylan Smith’s time with the Detroit Tigers was up. When the American League team set its Opening Day roster, the former Alabama pitcher wasn’t on it, and the Tigers designated him for assignment. But Smith got a new outlook on the 2026 baseball season when Detroit dealt him to the San Francisco Giants for cash considerations on Monday.

The Detroit Tigers will have their games on the newly formed Detroit SportsNet shown on the major cable carriers in Michigan, it was announced Wednesday.

The Detroit Tigers may have signaled where they want to play Kevin McGonigle, which leaves a chance to upgrade at another infield position.

The Detroit Tigers have signed right-handed pitcher Sean Hunley to a minor-league deal. Hunley, 26, was released by the Tampa Bay Rays earlier this month. He has not yet been assigned to a minor-league affiliate with the Tigers.

Even though the Detroit Tigers’ home opener is still eight days away, Wednesday was a chance to get a preview of everything Tigers fans will be getting in on during the 2026 season.

The Detroit Tigers claimed an exciting victory over the San Diego Padres on Thursday to get the season started right.

Michael Soroka delivered one of the best Arizona Diamondbacks’ pitching debuts against the Detroit Tigers on Monday night. Mar 30, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Michael Soroka (34) throws against the Detroit Tigers in the first inning at Chase Field.