Days of Roar: A Free Press Sports Detroit Tigers Podcast
by Detroit Free Press · 175 episodes
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Hosted by Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press. Days of Roar can generally be found every Monday wherever you listen to podcasts. Tune in to listen to engaging conversations and unique perspectives on your Detroit Tigers. Evan brings insider insights and analysis as a Tigers beat writer. Days of Roar is your go-to Tigers podcast for all the best news, analysis, insights and opinions on the team.
Latest episodes
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38 min
Bonus: Kevin McGonigle era begins with Detroit Tigers' Opening Day win
Detroit Tigers top prospect Kevin McGonigle made the Opening Day roster — and the 21-year-old recorded four hits in his first game as the Tigers earned an 8-2 win over the San Dieg…
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1 h 06
Will Kevin McGonigle make Detroit Tigers' Opening Day roster? Previewing 2026 season
The Detroit Tigers are finalizing their Opening Day roster with three days until the first game of the 2026 season against the San Diego Padres. On "Days of Roar," Evan Petzold and…
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1 h 12
Who is most important Detroit Tigers player in 2026? Revisiting Parker Meadows vs. Wenceel Pérez
Opening Day roster decisions are coming down to the wire with nine days until the Detroit Tigers open the 2026 season. On "Days of Roar," Evan Petzold and Chris Brown break down th…
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1 h 00
Tarik Skubal contract update; Detroit Tigers roster battles heat up in camp
Spring training storylines are heating up for the Detroit Tigers with just 16 days until 2026 Opening Day. On "Days of Roar," Evan Petzold and Chris Brown react to Tarik Skubal shu…
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1 h 14
Kevin McGonigle watch, Max Clark controversy; Andy Dirks on Detroit Tigers in spring training
Spring training decisions are starting to take shape for the Detroit Tigers with less than four weeks until Opening Day on March 26. On "Days of Roar," Evan Petzold and Chris Brown…
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1 h 10
Running it back: Can Detroit Tigers win with same offense in 2026?
Spring training games are underway, and the Detroit Tigers have rolled out two alternate uniforms: an orange jersey for home games and a navy jersey for road games, with a "Days of…
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1 h 07
Justin Verlander returns to Detroit Tigers; Alex Avila breaks down reunion from all angles
Pitchers and catchers reported, position players participated in the first full-squad workout — and now, the Detroit Tigers are counting down the days to the first Grapefruit Leagu…
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1 h 20
Spring training begins as pitchers, catchers report; Lance Brozdowski analyzes Detroit Tigers' rotation, bullp…
Producer's note: This podcast was recorded before Justin Verlander signed a one-year contract and Reese Olson was ruled out for the 2026 season after shoulder surgery. Check freep.…
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20 min
Bonus: Expert explains why Tarik Skubal beat Detroit Tigers in record arbitration case
Left-hander Tarik Skubal took down the Detroit Tigers in a record-breaking arbitration case, securing a $32 million salary for the 2026 season rather than the $19 million proposed…
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29 min
Breaking: Detroit Tigers sign Framber Valdez in free agency
The Detroit Tigers signed left-hander Framber Valdez to a three-year, $115 million contract with an opt-out clause after the second season — a move that shocked the baseball indust…
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1 h 22
Inside Detroit Tigers' rebuild: Al Avila opens up about ownership, failed trades, draft picks
Pitchers and catchers from the Detroit Tigers report to spring training in eight days, but before the focus shifts to the 2026 season, former general manager Al Avila (responsible…
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1 h 07
Brandon Inge on Detroit Tigers career, Hall of Fame electees, Inge Performance Lab
There are 15 days until Detroit Tigers pitchers and catchers report to spring training in Lakeland, Florida. On "Days of Roar," Evan Petzold and Chris Brown react to the Tigers sig…
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56 min
Ben Badler breaks down Detroit Tigers' 2026 international class; Scott Harris vs. Scott Boras
The 2026 international signing period is underway. On "Days of Roar," Evan Petzold and Chris Brown react to the Detroit Tigers signing three international prospects to seven-figure…
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60 min
Tarik Skubal vs. Detroit Tigers: Who wins arbitration showdown? Evan Drellich on MLB labor, business issues
The Tarik Skubal-Detroit Tigers showdown is officially underway. The Tigers and the back-to-back American League Cy Young winner failed to reach an agreement before the arbitration…
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57 min
New Year's resolutions for Detroit Tigers in 2026; Angels beat writer Jeff Fletcher joins
In this holiday edition of "Days of Roar," Evan Petzold and Chris Brown dive into the latest news about the Detroit Tigers, including more pitchers being signed to minor-league con…
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1 h 08
What do Detroit Tigers need from Santa for Christmas? Dan Szymborski projects 2026 season
In a Christmas edition, Evan Petzold and Chris Brown react to the Detroit Tigers designating Justyn-Henry Malloy for assignment, resetting the 40-man roster after adding newcomers…
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59 min
Detroit Tigers sign Kyle Finnegan, Kenley Jansen. Can veteran bullpen upgrades hold up in 2026?
With the Winter Meetings in the books, Evan Petzold and Chris Brown break down on "Days of Roar" the Detroit Tigers' bullpen upgrades, signing Kyle Finnegan to a two-year contract…
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29 min
Winter Meetings recap: Will Detroit Tigers trade Tarik Skubal? MLB insider Bob Nightengale answers
In this special "Days of Roar" bonus episode, Evan Petzold welcomes USA TODAY Sports MLB columnist and insider Bob Nightengale to recap MLB's Winter Meetings in Orlando. Evan and B…
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1 h 12
Alex Bregman: Detroit Tigers or Boston Red Sox? Insider insight from Red Sox broadcaster Will Flemming
The Winter Meetings are underway in Orlando, and the Detroit Tigers arrive with several storylines to follow. On "Days of Roar," Evan Petzold and Chris Brown discuss the signing of…
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1 h 04
How should Detroit Tigers upgrade bullpen? Reliever expert weighs in
On "Days of Roar," Evan Petzold and Chris Brown evaluate the Detroit Tigers with one week until MLB's Winter Meetings. Right-hander Dylan Cease kicked off free agency this offseaso…