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MLB News / NBC Sports / May 7
Spencer Torkelson News / Larry Brown Sports / May 4
Tigers manager on struggling 1B: 'The next stop is next to me'
The Detroit Tigers may be running out of patience with struggling Spencer Torkelson. Tigers manager AJ Hinch offered a fairly brutal comment on Torkelson’s struggles on Saturday.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / May 2
Tigers' unheralded star just keeps hitting
This seems to be one of those classic cases of a prospect who no one thought much of developing into a better player than a much-publicized high draft pick.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / May 1
The American League Wild Card picture is looking more competitive than previous years
After playing 19 percent of the games in the 2024 MLB season, the Wild Card picture in the American League (AL) is more competitive than ever. While there is an overall consistency in the division and Wild Card Leaders in the AL playoff picture, there are some robust contenders to keep an eye out for as the 2024 season goes into its full swing.
MLB News / Bless You Boys / April 20
Twins 4, Tigers 3: Torkelson’s defense burns them again 
I hate to put it all on one player today, but here we are. After playing some of the best defense in the league through 15 games, the past week has been another story.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 1
Tigers blitz Mets, improve to 4-0 for first time since 2015
Spencer Torkelson scored the tiebreaking run in the 10th inning on Monday night for the visiting Detroit Tigers, who continued their perfect start to the new season with a 5-0 win over the New York Mets.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 15
MLB betting: Finding real value in home run leader futures
The home run leader market is fascinating. While there are lots of sluggers who are consistent from year to year when you look at the names of who has actually led the league in homers you see a lot of unfamiliar faces.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 3
MLB Betting Futures: American League Rookie of the Year
The American League Rookie of the Year race is totally different than that of the National League this season. Yardbarker's Matt Wiesenfeld looks at some of the top candidates.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / February 29
Three rising stars for the Detroit Tigers
Here are three rising stars looking to make an impact for the Tigers in 2024.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 18
One American League team from each division with more to gain than lose
From five World Series contenders with the most pressure to one team from each American League division with more to gain than lose in 2024.
Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / February 10
Can Spencer Torkelson Become a Top-Tier First Baseman in 2024?
The Detroit Tigers hope this is the year prized first baseman Spencer Torkelson can finally put it all together as a critical piece of their core moving forward.
Detroit Tigers News / FanNation Fastball / November 2
Detroit Tigers' Spencer Torkelson Among AL Silver Slugger Award Finalists at 1st Base
Detroit Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelson has been named a finalist for a Silver Slugger Award, the league announced Thursday morning. Torkelson set career-highs across the board in his breakout sophomore season in 2023.
Detroit Tigers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 2
Miguel Cabrera left his Tigers teammate an epic parting gift
Miguel Cabrera has officially played his final MLB game. The Detroit Tigers legend gave one of his teammates a goodbye present to remember after the final out was made at Comerica Park in Detroit, Mich.
Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / September 28
Spencer Torkelson, Tigers use big 7th inning to sweep Royals
Spencer Torkelson's three-run home run capped a seven-run, seventh-inning outburst, and the host Detroit Tigers completed a three-game sweep of the Kansas City Royals with a 7-3 victory on Thursday.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 19
Tigers' Spencer Torkelson is taking off
Detroit Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelson is starting to figure things out.
Detroit Tigers News / FanNation Fastball / August 16
Detroit Tigers' Spencer Torkelson Joins Team History with 20th Home Run on Wednesday
Former No. 1 overall draft pick Spencer Torkelson hit his 20th home run of the season on Wednesday for the Detroit Tigers, joining a rare club in team history.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / June 20
Watch: Spencer Torkelson flips out on umpire after strikeout
Spencer Torkelson was not happy with a call on Monday and did not hide his feelings.
Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / June 12
Why Spencer Torkelson’s Hard Contact Isn’t Translating to Power
The Detroit Tigers selected Spencer Torkelson first overall in 2020, making the can’t miss college bat a top prospect in their system. After a quick stint in the minors, Tokelson was brought to Detroit, making the Opening Day roster in 2022.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / March 14, 2023
Why there's reason for optimism regarding former No. 1 pick Spencer Torkelson
Last season was a disaster for the Detroit Tigers and former No. 1 overall pick Spencer Torkelson, but there's reason for optimism to be found in some underlying numbers.
Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / September 1, 2022
Spencer Torkelson back for second stint with Tigers
Prized prospect Spencer Torkelson was recalled by the Detroit Tigers on Thursday for his second stint with the team. Torkelson, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2020 draft out of Arizona State, struggled in his first go-around with Detroit and batted .197 with five homers and 21 RBIs in 83 games.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / July 17, 2022
Tigers send 2020 No. 1 pick Spencer Torkelson back to minors
On Sunday, the Tigers announced that Spencer Torkelson was optioned to Triple-A Toledo.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 2, 2022
2020 No. 1 overall pick Spencer Torkelson makes Tigers' Opening Day roster
Spencer Torkelson, the former No. 1 overall pick of the amateur draft, has made the Tigers' Opening Day roster.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 22, 2022
Tigers view prospect Spencer Torkelson solely as first baseman going forward
After hitting .267/.383/.552 across three levels in his first full professional season, Torkelson was rated by Baseball America as the sport’s No. 5 overall farmhand.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 16, 2022
How could Spencer Torkelson fit into Tigers roster in 2022?
Torkelson should get an opportunity at the major league level in 2022, but how does he best fit?
Detroit Tigers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 30, 2020
Spencer Torkelson sets bonus record with Tigers contract
The expectation now is that Torkelson will join the Tigers' player pool for the shortened season. That means we could actually see him at the MLB level in 2020.
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