SPENCER TORKELSON NEWS

Spencer Torkelson has all eyes on him in Tigers camp With a difficult and disappointing rookie season in the past, Torkelson looks ahead to better things in 2023.

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Looking at the Tigers roster ahead of spring training: Mailbag part 1 Answering reader questions on Spencer Torkelson, Javier Báez and more.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Players' thoughts on changes to Comerica Park, expectations for Spencer Torkelson and more Additional notes on Spencer Torkelson, the team's closer role and a new addition to the Tigers' coaching staff.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

In line to be primary first baseman Torkelson is likely to serve as the Tigers' everyday first baseman in 2023, manager A.J. Hinch intimated to Jason Beck of MLB.com Thursday.

Impact It's difficult to envision anyone else but Torkelson at first base when looking at Detroit's roster, especially since Miguel Cabrera is now viewed as a designated hitter. Still, it's nice to hear Hinch hint that Torkelson will be given plenty of leash. The former No. 1 overall pick struggled as a rookie in 2022, posting a lowly .604 OPS with eight home runs over 110 games. He wasn't great after a demotion to Triple-A Toledo, either, with a .738 OPS. However, Torkelson is just 23 years and has plenty of pedigree, offering hope he could figure things out in 2023.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ranking the best 28 first basemen of 2023 in the MLB

FOX Sports' Ben Verlander tiers over two dozen first basemen to begin his series highlighting the best MLB players at every position.

JANUARY 18, 2023

How Spencer Torkelson spends his offseason is crucial for the Tigers' future “Just to show up everyday with somewhat of a positive mindset sometimes was a win for me," Spencer Torkelson said.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Tork breaks out of slump with 2-HR, 5-hit day SEATTLE -- The swing looked like one of Spencer Torkelson’s college highlights from Arizona State, the ball exploding off his bat as he exte...

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • MLB.COM

Ends hitless stretch Torkelson went 3-for-5 with a solo home run and an additional run during a 9-6 loss in Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader.

Impact Torkelson delivered his sixth three-hit game of the season with singles in the third and fifth innings and a solo home run in the sixth. The trio of hits snapped a 23 at-bat hitless stretch over the 23-year-old's previous seven contests as the top prospect has endured a rough ending to what has been a disappointing rookie season. Torkelson is slashing .204/.285/.607 with eight home runs, 37 runs and 28 RBI in 109 games.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes seat Monday Torkelson isn't starting Monday against the Mariners.

Impact Torkelson started the last three games but went 0-for-10 with five strikeouts. He'll get a breather while Harold Castro takes over at first base and bats fifth.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Resting for day game Torkelson is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Royals.

Impact Harold Castro will take over at first base while the rookie rests for the series finale. Torkelson started in both of the first two matchups with Kansas City, going 0-for-7 with a walk and two strikeouts.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tigers Talk: A deeper look at Scott Harris' plan to dominate the strike zone Additional notes on Spencer Torkelson, late-season evaluations and instructional camp.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Sitting Sunday Torkelson is not in Sunday's lineup against the White Sox.

Impact Torkelson is hitting .179 with zero home runs over his last 10 games, but on the bright side, he is only striking out at a 16.7 percent clip over that stretch. Harold Castro will start at first base and hit third.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Three hits in romp Torkelson went 3-for-4 with a walk, two doubles and three runs scored in Monday's 11-0 win over the Orioles.

Impact Torkelson played a big role in an easy Detroit win, and it was the rookie's second three-hit effort this month. It's been a tough debut season overall, though the 23-year-old is batting a solid .280 in September. Torkelson certainly has the pedigree, and he could be in line for a nice 2023 campaign if he carries over any momentum into the offseason.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

The Detroit News Manager AJ Hinch's first thought on the play at the plate was, why didn't Spencer Torkelson run to first? He had no issue with Javier Báez's aggressiveness.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM

Torkelson, Kreidler to join big league club DETROIT -- Spencer Torkelson is heading back to the Tigers, and he’s bringing Ryan Kreidler with him. Manager A.J. Hinch announced Wednesday...

AUGUST 31, 2022 • MLB.COM

In Spencer Torkelson and Ryan Kreidler, the Tigers invest in youth for September Despite struggles in Triple A, Spencer Torkelson and Ryan Kreidler will join the Tigers on Thursday as MLB rosters expand.

AUGUST 31, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

The Detroit News The Tigers' September call-ups go to infielder Ryan Kreidler and first baseman Spencer Torkelson.

AUGUST 31, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM

As rosters expand, Detroit Tigers promote Spencer Torkelson, Ryan Kreidler from Triple-A The Detroit Tigers plan to bring 2020 first-round pick Spencer Torkelson back from Triple-A and promote infielder Ryan Kreidler for his MLB...

AUGUST 31, 2022 • FREEP.COM

Spencer Torkelson's and Ryan Kreidler's struggles complicate the Tigers' plans Torkelson and Kreidler aren't locks for call-ups. Their struggles in Triple A could impact the roster beyond this season.

AUGUST 25, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Tigers option rookie Torkelson to Triple A The rookie, the No. 1 pick of the 2020 MLB Draft, is hitting just .197 with five home runs and 21 RBIs in 83 games this season.

JULY 27, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Detroit Free Press Spencer Torkelson started his second stint in Triple-A with a hit and a helping hand from Toledo manager Lloyd McClendon.

JULY 23, 2022 • FREEP.COM

Tigers Option Former No. 1 Pick Spencer Torkelson to Triple-A The first baseman, selected first overall in the 2020 MLB draft, heads to the Toledo Mud Hens for more seasoning.

JULY 17, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Tigers Option Former No. 1 Pick Spencer Torkelson to Triple-A The first baseman, selected first overall in the 2020 MLB draft, heads to the Toledo Mud Hens for more seasoning.

JULY 17, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Tork headed to Triple-A to work on approach at plate CLEVELAND -- The Tigers will open the second half of their season without one of the key hitters in their long-term plans. Detroit announced...

JULY 17, 2022 • MLB.COM

Tigers option rookie Torkelson to Triple A The rookie, the No. 1 pick of the 2020 MLB Draft, is hitting just .197 with five home runs and 21 RBIs in 83 games this season.

JULY 17, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM