The desert road trip has felt more like a survival mission than a vacation. While that six-run seventh inning in Game 2 was electric, it’s masked a serious issue: the Tigers’ bats are struggling to find any consistent rhythm. Today, we break down why our power core is in a funk, look at the high-leverage bullpen stumbles from Vest, Anderson, and Jansen, and preview the massive rubber match between Tarik Skubal and Zac Gallen. Plus, we check in on the AL Central logjam and talk about the early-season magic happening around the league.

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The experts have spoken: the Detroit Tigers are the team to beat in the AL Central. Host Josh Hendrickson breaks down why the division's beat reporters are all-in on the Motor City. We also tackle the "Shortstop Question"—has Kevin McGonigle done enough to bump Javy Báez to the outfield?

Inside this episode:

• Recap: Wednesday’s 1-run effort and Riley Greene’s 106 MPH exit velo.

• Roster Cuts: Why veteran arms like Scott Effross and Tanner Rainey are heading to Toledo.

• Injury Report: The latest on Beau Brieske and Troy Melton’s timeline.

• Preview: Tarik Skubal’s Cy Young defense begins in San Diego.

Question of the Day: With the experts picking the Tigers to win the division unanimously, does that make you more confident, or does the added pressure make you nervous? Leave your answer in the Spotify comments!

We are deep into the Grapefruit League grind! Today, Josh breaks down a pitching-heavy Tuesday recap where Justin Verlander looked like his vintage self. We also dive into the newly released Spring Breakout roster—find out why the Tigers are the team to beat this Friday night under the lights.

Finally, we put a bow on the 2026 World Baseball Classic. From the espresso in the Italian dugout to Venezuela’s "Tambor" magic in Miami, we recap the stories that made this tournament legendary.

Question of the Day: Head to the Q&A section on Spotify and tell us your favorite "non-MLB" moment from the WBC!