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Detroit Tigers freefall continues with 3-1 loss to Cleveland Guardians

by Emma Walker – News Editor
written by Emma Walker – News Editor

Detroit Tigers Fall to Guardians,3-1,Continuing Late-Season Struggles

DETROIT – the Detroit Tigers suffered a 3-1 loss to the Cleveland Guardians on Thursday at Comerica Park,extending a recent downturn as they navigate the final weeks of the 2025 season. The defeat marks the latest in a string of games where offensive opportunities have slipped away,hindering the Tigers’ pursuit of a stronger finish.

The Tigers, aiming to build momentum in September, find themselves facing increasing difficulty securing wins. This loss underscores the team’s ongoing challenges with situational hitting and capitalizing on runners in scoring position, issues that have plagued them throughout the latter half of the season. The Guardians’ victory solidifies their position as a contender while further complicating the Tigers’ playoff aspirations.

Detroit took an early 1-0 lead in the second inning, stringing together three consecutive hits from Spencer Torkelson (double), Wenceel Pérez (single), and Colt Keith (RBI double). Though, the Tigers failed to capitalize on having two runners in scoring position with no outs, as Dillon Dingler grounded into a fielder’s choice at home, followed by strikeouts from Zach McKinstry and Parker Meadows.

Cleveland responded and ultimately took the lead, with pitcher Tanner Bibee settling in after the second inning. Bibee allowed only two baserunners in his final four innings – a single by Gleyber Torres in the third and a walk by Meadows in the fifth. Meadows attempted to steal second during Torres’ strikeout, but Kerry carpenter then struck out to end the inning.

Colt keith exited the game in the middle of the contest due to low back tightness.

The Tigers continue their series against the Guardians on Friday.

Junfu Han, Detroit free Press. Cleveland Guardians pitcher Tanner Bibee (28) throws against Detroit Tigers during the first inning at Comerica Park in Detroit on thursday, Sept. 18,2025.

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Mercury Hold Alyssa Thomas’ Impact: Phoenix Mercury Defeat Liberty

by Emma Walker – News Editor
written by Emma Walker – News Editor

Phoenix Mercury Shut ⁢Down New York Liberty, 82-69

PHOENIX – The Phoenix mercury stifled the New York Liberty with a dominant defensive performance, securing an 82-69 victory on August 30, 2025.⁢ The win‍ was fueled by a strong​ second-half surge and ⁣a rebounding advantage led by center ⁣Natasha Mack.

The‍ Liberty were⁤ forced to adjust their lineup early after Marine Johannescu was⁤ ruled ⁣out with a left toe injury.Phoenix countered with its⁤ own size advantage, featuring 6-foot-4⁣ Brittney Stewart, 6-foot-4 Emma Meesseman, and‍ 6-foot-6 Tina Charles.Initially, the Liberty’s ​bigger lineup proved effective,⁣ grabbing 14 defensive rebounds and outscoring the Mercury ‍in ‍the paint by six‍ points. ⁢However, the Mercury responded after halftime, capitalizing ⁣on turnovers and increased defensive pressure. Mack was pivotal in the turnaround,⁢ contributing 10 rebounds, eight points, and four blocks. The Mercury scored 18 points off the Liberty’s eight second-half turnovers, while ‍Mack alone secured two more‌ offensive rebounds than the​ entire ⁤Liberty team.

“I’m super excited for her and her‌ conditioning. She just impacts winning with her effort ‍on the glass,” Mercury head coach Nikki Tibbetts said of Mack.”She flies around, her teammates love her, you want good things to happen⁢ to⁣ good people, and she’s ​stayed with it and is figuring out how to play next to AT, which is⁤ awesome. Her activity ‍on ⁣the ‍glass was big time.”

The​ Mercury also limited the Liberty’s opportunities at the free throw line, holding them to ‍just 11 attempts after New York had averaged 24 in their previous three games.

Phoenix⁢ utilized an eight-player rotation,with⁣ DeWanna bonner,Kathryn Westbeld,and Sami Whitcomb coming off the bench. Westbeld provided a crucial spark in⁤ the fourth quarter,hitting a key ⁤3-pointer to maintain the Mercury’s momentum.

“For her to come in ⁢with that⁢ kind ‍of confidence and take that⁤ shot, we believed in Kat,” Bonner said. ​”She‌ was doing this before I got hear in the​ beginning of the‍ season, and she’s continuing to hit big buckets ⁤and battle with (centers).⁤ You put her on a 5-player and she does a‍ great job down there.Shout out to Kat, and it’s not easy coming off the bench and being ready, but⁤ she did a⁤ great job ⁣tonight.”

The Mercury (record‍ unavailable) will conclude their homestand against ⁣the Indiana Fever on ‍September 2 at 7 p.m. MST. The Fever are currently battling for a playoff‌ spot despite facing injury challenges within their guard rotation.

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Colts QB Needs: Top Prospects to Watch in 2026 NFL Draft

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor
written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

2026 NFL Draft: Colts’ QB Outlook Shifts Amidst ⁢Current roster Dynamics

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Indianapolis, IN – A pivotal decision regarding the starting quarterback position for the 2025 season has thrown the Indianapolis Colts’ long-term plans into sharper focus, potentially influencing their approach to‌ the 2026 NFL Draft.The Colts announced Daniel Jones⁣ will start at quarterback in Week 1, a move that places incumbent Anthony Richardson on the sidelines and raises questions about the team’s future at the position.

Colts’ Quarterback‍ Landscape in 2025

The unexpected decision to start Jones over Richardson signals a need for stability at quarterback while Richardson‌ continues to develop. This advancement coincides with the emergence of ‌several highly-touted quarterback prospects expected to be eligible for the ⁣2026 draft, ‌creating a strategic inflection point⁢ for the Colts’ front office. Among the most discussed prospects is⁢ Arch Manning, the nephew of colts legend Peyton Manning.

While Archie Manning has indicated his grandson ‍is unlikely‍ to declare for the draft after his ⁢2025 season, the Colts will undoubtedly monitor⁣ the progress of other rising stars. The quarterback position is paramount in today’s NFL, and teams must continually evaluate their options to remain competitive, notes NFL draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. (ESPN, 2024).

Top quarterback Prospects for the 2026 NFL​ Draft

Several quarterbacks are poised to ‍make a significant impact in the 2025 college football season, potentially elevating their draft stock. Here’s a look at‌ some of the top contenders:

Drew Allar, Penn State

allar has ​appeared in 39 games, completing 62.9 percent of ⁣his passes for 6,302 yards, 53 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions. In 2024, he led the Nittany Lions to the College Football Playoff semifinals, finishing with a 66.5 ‍percent completion rate, 3,327 ⁤passing yards, 24 touchdowns, and eight⁢ interceptions.

Carson Beck, Georgia

Beck ⁢has played in 39 games, achieving a 68.0 percent completion rate with 7,912 passing yards,58 touchdowns,and 20 interceptions over five seasons with the Bulldogs. He served as ‌the starter for the 2023 and 2024 seasons before sustaining an elbow injury ⁤during the 2024 SEC Championship game.

Nico Iamaleava, ‍Tennessee

Iamaleava has participated in 18‌ games, accumulating 2,930 passing yards, a⁣ 63.6 percent completion rate, 21 touchdowns, and five ⁣interceptions. He played a key role in the Volunteers’ 2024 College Football Playoff run, appearing in 13 games.

Tyler Klubnik, ⁣Clemson

Klubnik is entering his third season as the Tigers’ starting quarterback. In 37 games, ⁤he‌ has‌ thrown for 7,180 yards, completing 63.4 percent of his⁣ passes for 57 touchdowns and 18 interceptions.He delivered a standout performance against Texas in the College Football Playoff, passing for 336 yards and three touchdowns.

Blake Leavitt, Arizona State

Leavitt has 17 games under his belt, with 3,024 passing yards,​ a 61.9 percent completion rate, 26 touchdowns, and eight interceptions. He led the Sun Devils to a College Football Playoff appearance.

Arch Manning, Texas

In his first season as a​ full-time starter, Manning has appeared in 12⁣ games, throwing⁣ for 969 yards and nine touchdowns with two interceptions. He passed for 325 yards and two touchdowns in a win against mississippi State in 2024 and is currently expected‌ to return ‍to Texas for another season.

Michael Pratt,⁣ Tulane

Pratt has played in ‌24 games, amassing 3,406 passing yards, a 65.3 percent completion rate, 32 touchdowns, and seven ‍interceptions. He ⁤spent three ⁤seasons at Washington State, throwing for 3,139 yards, 29 touchdowns, and seven interceptions in 2024.

Brady Cook, Missouri

Cook has 20 games⁣ of experience, ⁢totaling 4,712 passing yards, a 66.5 percent completion‌ rate, 30 touchdowns, and 16 interceptions.⁤ He played two years at California, passing for 3,004 yards in 2024 and consistently exceeding 225 passing yards in all his ACC appearances.

LSU’s⁣ Jayden Nussmeier

Nussmeier​ has 31 games under his ⁢belt,‍ with 5,772 passing yards, a 62.6 percent completion rate, 40 touchdowns, and 19 interceptions. He⁤ became LSU’s starter‍ in 2024,passing for‍ 4,052 yards with a 64.2 percent completion rate, 29 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions.

Dequan Watts Jr.,⁣ USC

Watts Jr. has 15 games of experience, with 2,620 passing yards, a 66.0 percent completion rate, 20 touchdowns, and seven interceptions, along with 725 rushing yards and eight touchdowns. He threw for 353 yards and five touchdowns in a win over Missouri in 2024 and rushed for at least 10 times⁢ in every appearance except one.

Did You​ Know? The Indianapolis Colts have a history of strategically drafting​ quarterbacks,most notably Peyton Manning in 1998,who led the franchise to Super Bowl XLI ‌victory.

The Colts’ decision-making process will be heavily influenced by Richardson’s development ‌and performance,​ as ⁣well as the ​performance of Jones in the 2025 season. The team will also closely evaluate the available quarterback prospects in the‌ 2026 draft class.

Pro Tip: Keep a close watch on Arch Manning’s progress at Texas. His lineage and ‌potential could make him a highly sought-after prospect.

What impact will Daniel Jones’ performance have on the Colts’ long-term quarterback plans? And⁢ how will the development of Anthony richardson influence their draft strategy?

Player School Passing Yards (Career) Touchdowns (Career)
Drew‍ Allar Penn State 6,302 53
Carson Beck Georgia 7,912 58
Arch Manning Texas 969 9

The NFL quarterback market​ is constantly evolving, driven by factors such as rule changes, offensive schemes, and the emergence⁢ of new talent. Teams are increasingly prioritizing quarterbacks with both arm talent​ and mobility, as well as the ‍ability to make fast decisions under pressure. The 2026 NFL Draft is expected to be particularly strong at ‍the quarterback position, with several highly-rated prospects vying for the‌ top spot.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the Indianapolis Colts’ current quarterback situation? The Colts have named ⁤Daniel Jones as their Week 1 starter, with Anthony Richardson as the backup.
  • Who⁣ are the ‌top quarterback prospects for the 2026 NFL Draft? Some of the leading prospects​ include​ Arch Manning, Drew allar, and Carson Beck.
  • How will the Colts’ 2025 season impact their draft strategy? The performance of Daniel jones and Anthony richardson will heavily influence their decision-making process.
  • Is Arch Manning likely to declare for the draft after the 2025 season? According to his grandfather, Archie Manning, it is indeed unlikely.
  • What qualities are NFL teams looking for in a quarterback today? Teams prioritize arm talent, mobility, decision-making skills,⁢ and the ability to perform under pressure.

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Detroit Tigers trade targets to fix bullpen problem at All-Star break

by David Harrison – Chief Editor
written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

Detroit Tigers Secure Top Draft Picks, Reallocate $850K

The Detroit Tigers have finalized contracts with their top two selections from the 2025 Major league baseball Draft, a move that frees up $850,000 in bonus pool money to be distributed among other draftees.

This strategic financial allocation allows the Tigers to potentially sign more talent or offer competitive bonuses to a wider range of their drafted players. The specifics of how the saved funds will be utilized across the remaining draft class are yet to be detailed.

In a separate baseball development, the Texas Rangers saw a strong performance from pitcher Kumar Rocker. Rocker pitched six scoreless innings, allowing only one hit and three walks while striking out five batters. This outing marked his second career scoreless start and his first that extended beyond five innings.

Rocker, the third overall pick in the 2022 MLB Draft, currently holds a 5.66 earned run average across 12 starts in the 2025 season. His performance on Saturday included retiring eight consecutive batters before an opposing player broke up his no-hit bid. A visit from pitching coach Mike Maddux reportedly helped Rocker regain his focus after issuing back-to-back walks in the fourth inning. He threw a total of 96 pitches during the game.

The Rangers’ offence was bolstered by Corey Seager, whose RBI single in the fifth inning off a slider from pitcher Montero extended their lead to 4-0. This hit ended Montero’s outing. Montero’s season ERA stands at 4.28.

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Jon Jones ‘disappointed’ in Dana White denying him UFC White House headline spot

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor
written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

Jones Fires Back at White Over White House Fight Doubts

UFC CEO Cites Past Issues for Refusing Star a Landmark Event

Mixed martial arts veteran **Jon Jones** has expressed his disappointment following UFC CEO **Dana White**’s remarks regarding his potential participation in a hypothetical White House event. White cited Jones’s history of legal troubles and failed drug tests as reasons he cannot be trusted in a high-profile, significant position.

White’s Hesitation Blocks Jones’s White House Ambitions

Following UFC 318 in New Orleans, **Dana White** was questioned about the possibility of **Jon Jones** returning in July 2026 for a UFC event commemorating the United States’ 250th Independence Day. White firmly rejected the idea, stating his inability to risk placing **Jones** in such a critical role, emphasizing, “I just can’t risk putting him in big positions in a big spot and have something go wrong, especially the White House card.”

Jones Remains Ready, Sees Greater Purpose in Fighting for Country

**Jones**, who has a documented history of legal issues, including multiple failed drug tests that led to title relinquishments and overturned results, responded on social media. He conveyed his disappointment with White’s assessment of his reliability.

“I heard the comments made at last night’s press conference,” **Jones** posted. “While I was a little disappointed, I’m still in the UFC’s drug-testing pool, staying sharp, and continuing to train like a professional. I’ll be ready for whatever comes next.”

He further elaborated on his motivation: “Fighting for my country gives me a greater purpose! The silver lining in all this is knowing the fans see my heart. They see, I am ready and willing to take on anyone, to represent my country on a historic stage. For me, it’s never been just about the opponent. I’m chasing legacy, something timeless, something bigger than the moment.” **Jones** affirmed his readiness to fight on July 4th.

Career Highlights and Controversies

The 38-year-old **Jones** announced his retirement in June amidst an unresolved rivalry with interim heavyweight champion **Tom Aspinall**. Their highly anticipated bout never materialized, leading to **Jones** vacating his undisputed heavyweight title and **Aspinall** being promoted. **Jones** is widely regarded as one of the greatest fighters ever, boasting an undefeated record across 30 professional bouts, though his career has been overshadowed by numerous incidents outside the cage.

His checkered past includes allegations of leaving the scene of an accident and threatening law enforcement officers. Despite these issues, **Jones** has maintained his commitment to training and remains within the UFC’s drug-testing program, indicating a potential return to competition.

The UFC has seen significant events at notable venues, including its debut in Paris, France, which reportedly drew over 56,000 attendees to the Stade de France for UFC Fight Night: Gane vs. Volkov in September 2022.

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Jake Rogers’ Error Costs Tigers in Loss to [Opponent Team Name]

by David Harrison – Chief Editor
written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

Detroit Tigers Fall to Tampa Bay Rays After Costly First-Inning Error

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The Detroit Tigers suffered an 8-3 defeat against the Tampa Bay Rays,a game where a critical early error set the tone. A passed ball in the first inning proved costly, leading to four unearned runs and an uphill battle that the Tigers couldn’t overcome.

Did You Know? A passed ball is officially scored against the catcher and does not count as an earned run against the pitcher.

Early Miscue Costs Tigers

The game took a turn in the first inning when a passed ball allowed a Rays batter to reach first base despite striking out. This miscue extended the inning, and the Rays capitalized by stringing together five consecutive hits with two outs.

Jonathan Aranda started the rally with a double, followed by walks to Christopher Morel and Josh Lowe. José Caballero was then hit by a pitch, and Taylor Walls singled, driving in a total of four unearned runs against Tigers’ opener Brant Hurter.

Gipson-Long Absorbs Innings

The Tigers deployed a strategy using left-hander Brant Hurter as an opener before transitioning to right-hander Sawyer Gipson-Long.This approach aimed to neutralize the Rays’ lineup, which featured multiple left-handed hitters in prominent positions.

Gipson-Long pitched six innings, allowing four runs on six hits, including three solo home runs. Danny Jansen, Caminero, and Morel each went yard against Gipson-Long, contributing to the Rays’ lead.

Pro Tip: Pitchers frequently enough adjust their strategy based on the handedness of the batter, using different pitch types and locations to gain an advantage.

As returning from elbow and hip surgeries, Gipson-Long has posted a 4.58 ERA over 17 innings in four appearances, including one start.

Tigers’ Late Push Falls Short

Trailing 8-1, the Tigers mounted a late comeback attempt in the eighth inning.With runners on first and second, pinch-hitter Jahmai Jones delivered an RBI double after a 13-pitch at-bat against left-handed reliever Mason montgomery.

Following Jones’s double, Dillon Dingler, also pinch-hitting, contributed a sacrifice fly, trimming the deficit to 8-3.Though, Trey Sweeney struck out to end the inning, stranding a runner on second base.

Game Summary: Detroit Tigers vs. Tampa Bay Rays
Team Runs Hits Errors
Detroit Tigers 3 6 1
Tampa Bay Rays 8 10 0

The Tigers’ loss underscores the importance of minimizing errors and capitalizing on opportunities.According to MLB statistics, teams that commit fewer errors have a higher winning percentage MLB.com.

Evergreen Insights

In baseball, the concept of “small ball” emphasizes minimizing errors and maximizing opportunities through strategic plays. A single error, like a passed ball, can disrupt the momentum and lead to notable scoring opportunities for the opposing team. Pitcher and catcher synergy is crucial to prevent passed balls. Catchers must have excellent receiving skills, rapid reflexes, and a strong understanding of the pitcher’s repertoire.

FAQ

What is a passed ball in baseball?
A passed ball is a pitch that the catcher fails to catch, allowing a runner to advance. It is indeed charged to the catcher and does not count as an earned run for the pitcher.
How does a passed ball affect the game?
A passed ball can extend an inning, allow runners to advance, and perhaps lead to unearned runs, shifting the momentum of the game.
What is the significance of a pinch-hitter?
A pinch-hitter is a substitute batter brought in to replace another player,often to gain a strategic advantage based on the opposing pitcher or game situation.

What adjustments should the Tigers make to minimize errors in future games? How can thay improve their offensive strategy to capitalize on scoring opportunities?

Stay tuned for more updates and analysis on the Detroit Tigers’ season.

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