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Days of Roar: A Free Press Sports Detroit Tigers Podcast

Detroit Free Press

Hosted by Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press. Days of Roar can generally be found every Monday wherever you listen to podcasts. Tune in to listen to engaging conversations and unique perspectives on your Detroit Tigers. Evan brings insider insights and analysis as a Tigers beat writer. Days of Roar is your go-to Tigers podcast for all the best news, analysis, insights and opinions on the team.

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64:29

Mark Canha shares his goals for Detroit Tigers,...

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2024/02/05

With spring training just around the corner, Mark and Evan are looking closely at how this year's Detroit Tigers roster could shape up. The guys talk what the plan could be for third base and if Jim Leyland's Hall of Fame plaque will feature a team logo. Later in the pod, Evan sits down with recently acquired outfielder Mark Canha. In their conversation, Evan asks about Canha's spot in the batting order, realistic goals for 2024, and the youth on the team. Also, in a shocking turn of events, Mark

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57:36

Detroit Tigers' Colt Keith signs contract extension...

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2024/01/29

Mark and Evan break down the contract extension of Colt Keith and which other players may be next to sign. Evan also talks with former catcher Alex Avila to get his perspective on the candidates entering into Cooperstown this year. Alex shares memories of playing under Jim Leyland and his thoughts on the Detroit Tigers' upcoming season. Follow Mark on X/Twitter here. Follow Evan on X/Twitter here. Read Evan's most recent work here.

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70:30

How fans can watch Detroit Tigers this season; top...

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2024/01/22

It's a guest-filled episode of "Days of Roar" this week. First Mark and Evan welcome Sports Business Reporter Dan Kaplan to discuss the partnership deal between Diamond Sports and Amazon. Find out how the deal could affect the way Detroit Tigers fans watch games. Later in the pod, the guys welcome Rogelio Castillo and Chris Brown of "The Detroit Tigers Minor League Report Podcast" to the show. The group take a deep dive on the Tigers' prospects and who might be getting called up this year. Follow

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62:04

Are the Detroit Tigers a fun team right now?

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2024/01/16

Mark and Evan start the show by trying to answer a simple question: Are the Detroit Tigers a fun team as currently constructed? After a good-natured debate on the topic, the guys then discuss the Tigers heading to arbitration with former No. 1 overall pick Casey Mize over $25K. What happened and will it have long-term ramifications? Then, Mark and Evan talk about what the Tigers' Opening Day roster may look like after some more offseason moves and whether they will have enough good players to make

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60:14

Scott Chu joins to break down swing decisions from...

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2024/01/08

This week, Mark and Evan talk some of Evan's predictions for the Tigers in 2024. Find out which players might be giving Evan the side eye come spring training. The guys also talk if there are any remaining free agent moves left for the team this off-season. Later in the pod, the "Days of Roar" crew welcome Senior Fantasy Analyst for Pitcher List Scott Chu to the pod. The trio discuss all things hitting, including Scott's list of top 200 hitters for 2024, how Colt Keith may perform at the major

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62:00

New Year's resolutions for Detroit Tigers and...

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2024/01/02

The Days of Roar crew is welcoming in the new year by discussing their resolutions for the Tigers in 2024. Evan and Mark talk about how the Tigers can take the next step, some potential offseason targets for next year, what they'd like to see Scott Harris do, and the players who are already in the organization who can help the Tigers get back to the postseason. Then, towards the end of the show, Evan offers an idea for a star player the Tigers could target down the line that had Mark so excited, he

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70:26

Bobby L. Scales II joins to help us figure out where...

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2023/12/27

For the final 2023 episode of "Days of Roar," Mark and Evan try to figure out which pieces of the team need to step up in 2024. The guys also talk recently-signed free agent pitcher Shelby Miller and the issues Evan sees in Scott Harris' plans for pitcher Jack Flaherty. Later in the pod, Mark and Evan are pleased to welcome Tigers radio analyst and former player Bobby L. Scales II to the show. Highlights of the conversation include a player's perspective on the importance of timing as a batter and

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58:57

Signing Jack Flaherty for $14 million creates big...

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2023/12/18

This week, Mark and Evan continue to review the Detroit Tigers' offseason moves. The guys talk the signing of Jack Flaherty and how his pitching mechanics may be concerning. Later, the guys welcome Free Press Sports Columnist Carlos Monarrez to the pod to discuss the contract extension of A.J. Hinch and the peculiar nature of how that news broke from the Tigers organization. The guys also talk takeaways from pitcher Andrew Chafin's news conference and more. Follow Mark on X/Twitter here. Follow

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59:05

How much praise do the Detroit Tigers deserve for...

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2023/12/11

This week, Mark and Evan sort through the wake of news made post-MLB winter meetings. The guys talk Detroit Tigers manager A. J. Hinch's contract extension and walk through why Andrew Chafin's return to the ball club is ideal for both parties. Later in the pod, the "Days of Roar" duo analyze the upside in the Tigers' roster and how the team would have to perform in order to open deep spending from ownership. The guys also touch on Shohei Ohtani's historic deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Follow

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35:17

MLB winter meetings recap: Bob Nightengale shares...

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2023/12/08

In this special "Days of Roar" listener bonus episode, Evan is pleased to welcome USA TODAY Sports MLB columnist and insider Bob Nightengale. With the MLB winter meetings in the rearview mirror, the two talk the flurry of news from this past week. How did San Diego fair in their deal that sent Juan Soto to the New York Yankees? How much does Eduardo Rodriguez's signing to the Arizona Diamondbacks bolster their rotation? With leaks being kept to a relative minimum, which team is most likely to nab

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59:48

Former Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland gets into...

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2023/12/04

Evan joins Mark from Nashville this week as the MLB Winter Meetings are about to begin. The guys break down the continuing coaching changes for the off-season and also note former Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland's election into the Baseball Hall of Fame. The guys also break down Evan's piece on the roster construction so far, the Tigers organization making a push to recruit more players from Asia and Mark's trade idea. Find out why Evan considers Mark's proposal "dancing with the devil." Follow

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63:04

Detroit Tigers sign Kenta Maeda; Nick Pollack joins...

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2023/11/27

Mark and Evan this week break down the signing of starting pitcher Kenta Maeda. The guys talk if Maeda is a good fit for the team and how valuable the deal may be for the organization. Later, the "Days of Roar" duo welcome Nick Pollack of pitcherlist.com to help evaluate the Maeda signing and the starting rotation. The trio talk if Tarik Skubal is a 2024 Cy Young contender, what to expect from Casey Mize's return and more. With the winter GM meetings set for this week, Mark and Evan also speculate

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60:18

Detroit Tigers 40-man roster moves: Who's safe and...

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2023/11/20

Mark and Evan have a slew of changes to the roster to cover this week. Are there any surprises as to who was kept or let go? Later in the pod, the guys review Evan's piece on Javier Báez's offseason training plans. What's different about this offseason and what new options are available to help the shortstop fix his swing? To close the pod, the guys answer some listener mail-bag questions including one that catches Evan completely by surprise. Follow Mark on X/Twitter here. Follow Evan on X/Twitter

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65:23

Early look at free-agent pitchers; Chris Castellani...

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2023/11/13

Mark and Evan have a news-packed week to catch us up, on including minor league free agents, Scott Harris at the GM meetings, coaching staff changes and more. The guys also dive into the conversation on available arms for this off-season. Later in the pod, the "Days of Roar" duo are joined by Chris Castellani of Barstool Sports. The trio talk Javier Báez, the new hire of broadcaster Jason Benetti, and what may be on the horizon for the team in 2024. Follow Mark on X/Twitter here. Follow Evan on

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54:16

Examining Mark Canha trade: What it means for other...

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2023/11/06

Evan joins Mark from Arizona this week. The guys talk about the recent acquisition of Mark Canha and where he fits in with the 2024 Detroit Tigers roster. The guys also talk where this may leave some other players in the pipeline. Mark and Evan also cover Eduardo Rodriguez executing his opt-out clause, the Arizona Fall League, and preview what could be on the horizon with the upcoming GM meetings. Follow Mark on X/Twitter here. Follow Evan on X/Twitter here. Read Evan's most recent work here.

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73:46

Talkin' World Series, Arizona Fall League and Tigers...

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2023/10/30

This week, the guys have coaching staff changes to review along with Evan's piece on pitcher Sawyer Gipson-Long. Later in the pod, Mark and Evan are thrilled to bring back Mike Ferrin, co-host of MLB Network Radio's "Power Alley", to the pod. Ferrin shares why this World Series may be memorable and which players he's looking forward to seeing at the Arizona Fall League. Follow Mark on X/Twitter here. Follow Evan on X/Twitter here. Read Evan's most recent work here.

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66:56

Dan Dickerson joins to talk all things Detroit Tigers...

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2023/10/23

This week, the guys continue the conversation around Javier Báez's need for an offensive adjustment and discuss Zach McKinstry's Gold Glove award nomination. Later, Mark and Evan are joined by broadcaster Dan Dickerson of the Detroit Tigers Radio Network to analyze the team. What's Dan overall impression of Scott Harris' first year? What about the rule changes for this year? How useful are advanced metrics in the broadcast booth? The guys go over these questions and more in this special "Days of

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61:00

Figuring out Detroit Tigers' 40-man roster: Who stays...

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2023/10/16

This week, Mark and Evan forgo "The Big 2" format and instead opt to have an episode-spanning discussion on the makeup of the team's 40-man roster. While it's clear certain players are guaranteed locks or departures, the guys also look at some positional redundancies and analyze what to do with pieces lacking minor league options. Follow Mark on X/Twitter here. Follow Evan on X/Twitter here. Read Evan's most recent work here.

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62:54

Guessing Detroit Tigers' offseason plans: Is it time...

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2023/10/09

With the so-called non-game season here for the Detroit Tigers, Mark and Evan have a spirited debate over the team's payroll and future. Is it time to bring back J.D. Martinez? Later in the pod, the guys briefly talk A.J. Hinch's future with the team, Matt Shepherd's dismissal from the Tigers' broadcasting booth and Evan's stock watch article on which players have earned their roster spot for 2024. Happy Birthday, Evan! Follow Mark on X/Twitter here. Follow Evan on X/Twitter here. Read Evan's

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61:54

Recapping Miggy's last game, the end-of-year press...

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2023/10/03

This week, Mark and Evan go over the movie-esque conclusion to Miguel Cabrera's professional playing career. Later, the guys review what was learned from the end-of-year press conference held by Detroit Tigers' management. With the 2023 regular season now over, the guys also start looking fully towards next year and what lingering questions remain on the roster. Will we see Austin Meadows or Spencer Turnbull return? Will E-Rod opt out? Has Carson Kelly secured his backup catcher role? Mark and Evan

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