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Podcast: Locked On Tigers - Daily Podcast On The Detroit Tigers
Episode: THRIVE: Tigers' Tarik Skubal & Drew Anderson ACE Spring Training Debuts w/ Upgraded Pitching Arsenal
Description: Detroit Tigers face early adversity as Tarik Skubal and Drew Anderson ignite spring training with standout pitching debuts. Is Skubal’s World Baseball Classic decision—limiting his Team USA appearances—about to reshape contract dynamics and team priorities?
Scott Bentley recaps the Tigers’ 3-0 loss to the Minnesota Twins, spotlighting Skubal’s dominant two-inning start, Anderson’s revamped velocity, and key bullpen prospects vying for roster spots. Discussions include Brandt Herter’s critical spring for a multi-inning role, Bo Brieske’s mixed return, and Brennan Hanifey’s evolving sinker strategy. Offensively, Matt Vierling shines with a leadoff triple while Kerry...