Tigers Daily Report
September 11, 2026
Executive Summary
The Tigers host the Rockies tonight at Comerica Park in a matchup of two playoff-eliminated teams, with Framber Valdez taking the mound for Detroit after a dominant performance last weekend.
Top Story
Valdez Aims to Extend Strong Form Against Cellar-Dwelling Rockies
Framber Valdez takes the mound in the series opener, coming off one of his best outings of the season against the Guardians in Cleveland, where the 32-year-old threw seven scoreless frames on three hits and a walk while striking out three en route to his ninth win. The Tigers open the second half of their six-game home stand Friday against the Colorado Rockies in a battle of two teams sure to miss the playoffs this year, with the Rox currently owning the worst record in all of baseball.
Source: Bless You Boys
Around the Club
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Roster — The Tigers activated left-handed pitcher Brant Hurter off the 60-day injured list and optioned Andrew Sears to Triple-A Toledo, with Matt Vierling transferred to the 60-day injured list after being out since late May due to lumbar spine inflammation. Source: Sports Illustrated
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Offensive Weapons — Riley Greene is hitting .275 with 19 home runs and 65 RBI, while catcher Dillon Dingler has been a force with 26 home runs and 85 RBI on the season. Source: Fubo News
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Schedule — The Rockies are 25-50 on the road this year, while the Tigers are 36-36 at home. Source: Pick Dawgz
Quick Hits
- Hunter Goodman leads the Rockies with 37 home runs and 78 RBI, giving Colorado enough offensive punch to make Detroit earn every out despite extending an eight-season playoff drought.
Next Game
Colorado Rockies — 6:40 PM ET, Comerica Park
Tigers Daily Report — September 11, 2026