APRIL 24, 2022 • FREEP.COM
TYLER ALEXANDER #14 - PITCHER - TAMPA BAY RAYS
6-5 W-L •
1.24 WHIP •
5.10 ERA
6-5 W-L
1.24 WHIP
5.10 ERA
Two-out hits doom Tyler Alexander as Detroit Tigers fall 6-2 to Colorado Rockies The Detroit Tigers gave up six runs, all with two outs on Sunday, losing to the Colorado Rockies.
Tigers play the Rockies with series tied 1-1
The Detroit Tigers and Colorado Rockies meet on Sunday with the winner claiming the three-game seriesAPRIL 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cabrera reaches 3,000-hit mark, Tigers and Rockies split DH
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Covers only one inning Alexander (0-1) took the loss Tuesday against the Yankees after giving up two runs (zero earned) on one hit with two strikeouts and two walks over one inning.
Impact The left-hander needed 42 pitches to get through the opening frame and was victimized by his own error on an infield popup, which allowed two unearned runs to score. There were no health concerns for Alexander, but manager A.J. Hinch opted to utilize a well-rested bullpen after the arduous first inning. The 27-year-old lines up for a start against the Rockies on Sunday, and he should retain his rotation spot for the foreseeable future with Casey Mize (elbow) on the injured list and Matt Manning (shoulder) likely to miss at least one start.
APRIL 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Cole gets career-low 5 outs, pen leads Yanks over Tigers 4-2
Gerrit Cole lasted a career-low 1 2/3 innings, and Clarke Schmidt combined with four relievers to pitch three-hit shutout ball and lead the New York Yankees over the Detroit Tigers...APRIL 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Tigers start 3-game series with the Yankees
The Detroit Tigers open a three-game series at home against the New York Yankees on TuesdayAPRIL 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
May stick in rotation Alexander may be able to stick in the Tigers' rotation for an extended period of time with Casey Mize (elbow) on the IL and Matt Manning (shoulder) leaving his most recent start ea...
Impact Manning felt right shoulder discomfort during his outing Saturday, and while he hasn't been placed on the IL yet, the Tigers may exercise some caution. Michael Pineda is still ramping up in the minors after a late start to camp, but even his eventual return leaves a few holes in the rotation behind Eduardo Rodriguez and Tarik Skubal. Alexander's fantasy value will be increased as long as he's starting games and not working in long relief.
APRIL 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Tigers-Royals postponed because of inclement weather
Sunday’s game between the Kansas City Royals and Detroit Tigers has been postponed because of inclement weatherAPRIL 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sunday's game postponed Alexander won't start as scheduled Sunday against the Royals since the game was postponed due to inclement weather, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports.
Impact Alexander was poised to make his second start of the season Sunday, but he'll instead be pushed back to later this week. According to Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic, the left-hander is set to take the mound Tuesday against the Yankees following Monday's scheduled off day.
APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Tigers meet the Royals with 2-1 series lead
The Detroit Tigers meet the Kansas City Royals with a 2-1 series leadAPRIL 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Dozier's two-run homer lifts the Royals to win over Detroit
Hunter Dozier homered to break a tie in the sixth, and lead the Kansas City Royals to a 3-1 win over the Detroit TigersAPRIL 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
No-decision Tuesday Alexander allowed three runs on five hits across 5.1 innings and did not factor into the decision Tuesday against the Red Sox. He struck out four and didn't walk anyone.
Impact Alexander pitched reasonably well in his season debut, and he actually entered the sixth inning with a 3-0 lead before seeing things unravel a bit. He allowed two runs on three hits before getting the hook with one out, and Jacob Barnes then allowed the inherited runner to score. Alexander is filling the rotation spot of Michael Pineda, who was delayed in arriving to spring training due to visa issues. Alexander is slated to start again Sunday against the Royals, though Pineda may be ready to go after that, which would push Alexander into a long-relief role.
APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Detroit Tigers' Tyler Alexander pleased with outing despite 'bad taste' left in his mouth Detroit Tigers' Tyler Alexander gave up just two soft singles through 18 batters. But after 3 quick hits in he sixth, his stellar start fell...
APRIL 12, 2022 • FREEP.COM
Devers singles through shift, lifts Red Sox over Tigers 5-3
Rafael Devers singled through the open shortstop area with the infield shifted to the right side, driving in the go-ahead run in the eighth inning as the Boston Red Sox overcame a...APRIL 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Tigers bring 1-0 series lead over Red Sox into game 2
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Baez's 2-run HR in 8th lifts Tigers to 3-1 win over Red Sox
Javier Báez hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the eighth inning and the Detroit Tigers held on to beat the Boston Red Sox 3-1APRIL 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Tyler Alexander stars, Miguel Cabrera homers in Detroit Tigers' 6-2 loss vs. Yankees Tyler Alexander threw four scoreless innings and Miguel Cabrera homered, but the Detroit Tigers struggled in a 6-2 loss to New York Yankees.
APRIL 1, 2022 • FREEP.COM
Expected to open year as starter Alexander is expected to be included in the Tigers' Opening Day rotation as the No. 5 starter while Michael Pineda's arrival at spring training remains delayed by visa issues, Jon...
Impact Though Pineda's visa issues could be resolved any day now, the 33-year-old won't have enough time to complete a buildup program that would put him on track to handle a starter's workload by the time the regular season begins. Prior to Detroit's addition of Pineda earlier this month, Alexander had already been stretching out for a possible starting role, so his preparation for the upcoming season shouldn't be affected by Pineda's ongoing absence. According to Morosi, the Tigers are expecting Alexander to take up to two turns in the rotation before transitioning into a long-relief role once Pineda is available.
MARCH 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Still in starting mix Alexander is expected to open the season in the rotation, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports.
Impact The Tigers added Michael Pineda on Friday, which seemingly pushed Alexander to the bullpen. Pineda may not be ready to start by Opening Day due to his late signing, however, so Alexander could get at least a turn or two in the rotation before heading to the bullpen.
MARCH 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Active Tigers add to rotation, sign RHP Michael Pineda
Pitcher Michael Pineda and the Detroit Tigers reached a one-year deal Saturday, the latest move by a team that’s been active before and after the 99-day lockoutMARCH 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Likely headed to bullpen With the Tigers adding Michael Pineda on Friday, per Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press, Alexander will likely head to the bullpen to begin the season.
Impact Alexander was slotted in as the team's No. 5 starter, but the addition of Pineda should change that. The new addition figures to join Eduardo Rodriguez, Casey Mize, Tarik Skubal and Matt Manning in the rotation. Alexander has proven capable of both starting and pitching in relief during his career, and he could rejoin the rotation if anyone gets bumped due to injury or ineffectiveness. For now, the lefty's fantasy value takes a hit in a long relief role.
MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Slotted in fifth to begin spring Alexander is set to start the Tigers' fifth spring training game Tuesday against the Phillies, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.
Impact Alexander is expected to begin the regular season as the team's fifth starter, but veteran Chase Anderson was also added to the mix Monday on a minor-league deal. Alexander has the ability to swing between the rotation and bullpen, though he'd certainly have more fantasy value starting. The lefty will be looking to make a good first impression Tuesday in an effort to secure the rotation spot.
MARCH 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Tigers agree to 2-year deal with LHP Andrew Chafin
Left-hander Andrew Chafin and the Tigers finalized a $13 million, two-year contract, giving Detroit one of the top relief pitchers on the free agent marketMARCH 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Might get squeezed from rotation The Tigers are still looking to add starting pitchers before the season starts, which could push Alexander out of a rotation spot, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.
Impact Alexander is tentatively set as the team's fifth starter, but the lefty has proven himself capable as a long reliever in the past as well. Eduardo Rodriguez, Casey Mize, Tarik Skubal and Matt Manning should all be locked in as starters, and the Tigers also added veteran Chase Anderson on a minor-league deal Monday as a potential rotation option. Alexander could have a little fantasy value if he's starting, though he seems likely to shift to the bullpen at some point this season.
MARCH 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Star slugger Cabrera, Tigers start spring with a new outlook
Miguel Cabrera showed up Sunday morning for the start of his 20th spring training camp in the majors, his 15th with the Detroit TigersMARCH 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
