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PODCAST

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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63:50

Why Detroit Tigers' Colt Keith has turned the corner...

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2024/06/25

Mark and Evan recap another week of feast or famine type run production for the Detroit Tigers. In the shadow of an offense not built to withstand demotions, injuries and underperformance, the guys talk the upside of Colt Keith's mental tenacity. The guys discuss how the rookie has managed to consistently adjust his play at every level and the promise this shows for his future. Mark and Evan also talk Riley Greene. Has the outfielder swung his way into deserving more recognition and All-Star votes

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60:44

Talking about Detroit Tigers' young hitters, volatile...

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2024/06/17

Another week of fair to disappointing baseball has led Mark and Evan to seek outside expertise on the Tigers' woes. To help out, the guys welcome back Tigers radio analyst and former MLB player Bobby L. Scales II to the show. The trio try to make sense of the team's wildly inconsistent run production. After the break, the show focuses in on the expectations surrounding Riley Greene. What can we learn about Greene's potential from his walk rate? The trio also discuss Colt Keith's struggles and if the

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56:59

Tough questions on Detroit Tigers' .500 level of play

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2024/06/10

Another 3-3 week for the Detroit Tigers has the "Days of Roar" crew contemplating some tough questions for the ball club. After discussing how the team looks without Kerry Carpenter, Mark and Evan focus in on comments made by president of baseball operations Scott Harris on the MLB Network. How far away are the Tigers from having an established core and what does that timeline even look like? After the break, the guys also examine Scott Harris' comments on Javier Báez. Although the conversation on

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60:14

Who is Detroit Tigers' first baseman of future if...

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2024/06/03

Mark and Evan discuss the fallout of Spencer Torkelson's demotion to Triple-A Toledo. As the ballclub hovers around the .500 mark, the guys have a tough conversation on the options available to the team and their future competitiveness. Later in the pod, the guys are thrilled to welcome on to the pod former Detroit Tigers pitcher and current Bally Sports Detroit studio analyst Dan Petry. The guys get Petry's perspective on pitching, Torkelson's move, Tarik Skubal's Cy Young campaign, the 1984 World

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65:32

Can Detroit Tigers' Matt Vierling keep slugging home...

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2024/05/28

This week, Mark and Evan recap the Tigers' disastrous matchup against the Kansas City Royals and the unexpected series win against the Toronto Blue Jays. Later, the guys focus on Matt Vierling's hitting. Has Vierling turned things around offensively or should we remain skeptical? Then the guys try to make sense of the state of the bullpen. Is there any option to relieve the relief pitching? The guys also talk about Matt Manning being sent down to Toledo, Maeda's return, Colt Keith's hitting

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60:40

Upcoming series will tell us if Detroit Tigers are...

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2024/05/20

After a disappointing series against the Marlins, the Detroit Tigers' offense snapped their 20 inning scoreless streak and exploded against the Diamondbacks. Mark and Evan preview the team's big upcoming series against the Royals and if the offense can continue to hold on the road. The guys also cover Jack Flaherty's recent resurgence in pitching excellence. Is this the best he's looked since 2019? Later in the show, Mark proposes a trade idea that flabbergasts Evan. Follow Mark on X/Twitter

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64:17

Detroit Tigers have 20-20 record after 40 games. How...

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2024/05/13

After taking a moment to recognize Justin Verlander's recent return to Comerica Park, Mark and Evan size up the state of the Detroit Tigers with nearly a quarter of the 2024 season now complete. How do the guys feel about the team's chances for clinching that AL Central now? The guys also talk Parker Meadows demotion to AAA, Kenta Maeda's illness, and who could be getting called up soon. After the break, Mark and Evan welcome on to the pod Paul Hoynes, Cleveland Guardians beat writer for

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77:10

Ryan Garko joins to discuss Detroit Tigers' player...

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2024/05/06

It's a packed show today as Mark and Evan welcome on to the podcast Ryan Garko, Detroit Tigers' vice president of player development. Before the guy's get to the interview, Mark and Evan cover the impressive play of Riley Greene. Could the outfielder swing his way into the MVP discussion? The "Days of Roar" crew also continue to monitor Spencer Torkelson's lack of quality performance and they note recent comments made by A. J. Hinch on the matter. Later in the pod, Evan interviews Max Clark and

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57:43

Continuing the conversation on Tarik Skubal's Cy...

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2024/04/29

After giving the city of Detroit and the Lions a well deserved hat tip for an unprecedented NFL draft weekend, the guys get right to business addressing the must-see TV pitching of Tarik Skubal. The guys thought the ace could seriously contend for a Cy Young Award at the start of the season, how do his numbers add up against his peers and where is he at in the conversation so far? After covering Skubal's heat, the guys shift to a much colder subject and focus in on the team's puzzling offense

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63:16

Detroit Tigers' Spencer Torkelson and other trends to...

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2024/04/22

Mark and Evan talk the Detroit Tigers' 3rd spot in the AL Central this week. The guys note the improved approach on offense and how the team is drawing more walks. They also cover the recent lapses in defense and highlight the stellar performance of the bullpen so far. The guys also tip their hats to Kerry Carpenter and focus in on Spencer Torkelson's struggles. After the break, "Days of Roar" is pleased to welcome to the show Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Royals beat writer for The Kansas City Star

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71:51

Jeff Greenberg discusses Detroit Tigers, journey from...

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2024/04/15

The continuing offensive problems hounding the Detroit Tigers are directly at the center of Mark and Evan's minds. In this week's pod, the guys consider if the lackluster batting is the type of hitting we'll see all season long. They also zoom in on the struggles of Parker Meadows, Spencer Torkelson, and Matt Manning's pitching limbo situation. After the break, Evan welcomes Detroit Tigers General Manager Jeff Greenberg onto the podcast. Tune in to Evan's interview to learn insights into Greenberg's

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62:35

It's still early, but how concerning is Detroit...

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2024/04/08

After a 3-3 week, questions continue to percolate around the hitting prowess of the Detroit Tigers. Mark and Evan dive into the offensive concerns and break down if stronger bats should have been acquired in the off-season. Based on what they've seen so far, have the guys' thoughts on this season changed? After the break, the "Days of Roar" crew continues evaluating the offense and welcomes back Tigers radio analyst Bobby L. Scales II to the show. The trio talks about what they've seen in the nine

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57:02

What we've learned about 3-0 Detroit Tigers and...

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2024/04/01

After the first weekend of real baseball for 2024, the Detroit Tigers are 3-0 for the first time since 2016. With the caveat that the White Sox will most likely struggle this season, Mark and Evan discuss major takeaways from the series. The guys break down A. J. Hinch's masterful coaching maneuvers and Andy Ibáñez's clutch pinch-hit. The "Days of Roar" duo also discuss team culture and how the pitching staff can help ease the workload of a talented but young hitting core. While vibes may be great

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61:48

Previewing 2024 season for Detroit Tigers and sizing...

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2024/03/25

Opening day is finally here this week! With the 2024 regular season just days away, Mark and Evan catch us up on the final pitching starting rotation spots now filled by Reese Olson and Casey Mize. What do the guys make of Matt Manning being sent down to AAA? Later, the guys discuss the poor slow April performances that have plagued the Tigers the last few seasons and game out if the ball club could have a hotter start this year. After the break, the "Days of Roar" crew welcome Star Tribune's

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64:24

When should Jackson Jobe make his MLB debut, and how...

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2024/03/18

Opening Day is just 10 (!!!) days away, and things are heating up down in Florida with plenty of interesting storylines. Mark and Evan open the show by discussing the Tigers' strong pitching performances this week and then get into a realistic time frame for Jackson Jobe to make his MLB debut after his exhilarating appearance last week. The guys also discuss Evan's final roster predictions, the continued concerns surrounding Javier Báez, who is winning the race to be the starting third baseman, plus

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72:30

Jason Benetti joins to talk about broadcasting style,...

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2024/03/11

Mark and Evan continue our spring training coverage this week. With two weeks worth of spring games already in the books, the guys start the show by analyzing how things are shaping up with hitting so far. Later, the guys talk how Matt Manning, Casey Mize, and Reese Olsen are competing for the two remaining spots on the pitching rotation. After the break, the "Days of Roar" crew welcome play-by-play announcer Jason Benetti on to discuss his approach to broadcasting, his perspective on the

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63:12

Evaluating Javier Báez's swing and the impressive...

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2024/03/04

The spring training grind continues with Evan remotely joining Mark this week from Florida. After an offseason full of discussion and speculation on what Javier Báez needs to adjust in his batting approach, the guys finally have a small sample size of at bats to review. While the "Days of Roar" crew don't think it's quite time to hit the panic button just yet, tune in to hear what one co-host finds concerning about Báez's hitting. Later in the pod, the guys walk us through the team's impressive

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61:12

Detroit Tigers sign Gio Urshela to play third base,...

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2024/02/26

Our coverage of spring training continues with Evan still reporting from Lakeland. Evan joins Mark remotely to discuss the recent signing of Gio Urshela. The guys break down if Urshela is likely to be the everyday third baseman, analyze how the deal could benefit the Tigers, and bring up some questions on his health history. The "Days of Roar" crew also go over Evan's roster prediction 3.0. Later, the guys discuss the upsides to this lineup, the possibility of Báez hitting left-handed, how Casey

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66:14

Recapping first week of Detroit Tigers spring...

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2024/02/19

With the first week now behind us, Evan and Mark help us focus on which players should have our attention this spring training. The guys also discuss the open DH spot, what Scott Harris and A.J. Hinch expect for the 2024 season, recent player signings, the heat Jackson Jobe has been throwing and even more coverage from Detroit Tigers' 2024 spring training.Follow Mark on X/Twitter here. Follow Evan on X/Twitter here. Read Evan's most recent work here.

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53:32

Previewing Detroit Tigers spring training as...

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2024/02/13

Evan joins Mark remotely from Florida as spring training is nearly upon us. The "Days of Roar" duo analyze how the Detroit Tigers might sort out their starting pitching for the year. Find out how the team might employ a five-man rotation with six starting pitchers. Later in the pod, the guys contemplate if there are any additional free agents the front office should have gone after in the offseason. Follow Mark on X/Twitter here. Follow Evan on X/Twitter here. Read Evan's most recent work

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