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Podcast: Locked On Tigers - Daily Podcast On The Detroit Tigers
Episode: HOMECOMING: Justin Verlander SHOCKS Detroit Tigers World With Epic Return, Reese Olson Out for 2026
Description: Detroit Tigers fans rejoice as Justin Verlander returns to the Motor City on a one-year deal, igniting hope for a magical season. Could Verlander's comeback signal the Tigers' first AL Central championship in over a decade? Emotional tributes, nostalgic moments, and a bold commitment to winning headline this episode, as the franchise shifts gears towards immediate success.Scott Bentley breaks down Verlander’s contract details, examines his projected role as a league-average fifth starter, and explores the Tigers’ revamped rotation featuring Tarik Skubal, Frambois Valdez, and Jack Flaherty. The show covers key setbacks—Rhys Olsen’s season-ending injury—a...