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Days of Roar: A Free Press Sports Detroit Tigers Podcast

Detroit Free Press
Detroit Tigers
Kenta Maeda
Scott Harris
Riley Greene
AJ Hinch
Spencer Torkelson
Colt Keith
Mark Canha
Jack Flaherty
Parker Meadows
Justin Henry Malloy
Spring Training
Major League Baseball
Miguel Cabrera
Casey Mize
Winter Meetings
A.J. Hinch
Andrew Chafin
Shelby Miller
Alex Bregman

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.... more

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Left-hander Tarik Skubal took down the Detroit Tigers in a record-breaking arbitration case, securing a $32 million salary for the 2026 season rather than the $19 million proposed by the Tigers. To break down the case, former Tigers executive Mike Sm... more

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Al Avila
Former Detroit Tigers General Manager
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Brandon Inge
Former Detroit Tigers catcher and third baseman, and founder of the Inge Performance Lab.
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Episode: Brandon Inge on Detroit Tigers career, Hall of Fame electees, Inge Performance Lab
Evan Drellich
Senior writer for The Athletic, covering baseball with a focus on labor and business
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Episode: Tarik Skubal vs. Detroit Tigers: Who wins arbitration showdown? Evan Drellich on MLB labor, business issues
Jeff Fletcher
Los Angeles Angels beat writer for the Orange County Register
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Episode: New Year's resolutions for Detroit Tigers in 2026; Angels beat writer Jeff Fletcher joins
Geoff Pontes
Prospect writer for Baseball America
Baseball America
Episode: Detroit Tigers sign Kyle Finnegan, Kenley Jansen. Can veteran bullpen upgrades hold up in 2026?
Will Flemming
Radio voice of the Boston Red Sox
Boston Red Sox
Episode: Alex Bregman: Detroit Tigers or Boston Red Sox? Insider insight from Red Sox broadcaster Will Flemming
Greg Jewett
Expert in relievers and bullpens
The Athletic, Closermonkey.com
Episode: How should Detroit Tigers upgrade bullpen? Reliever expert weighs in
Rogelio Castillo
Contributor at Tigers Minor League Report
Tigers Minor League Report
Episode: Why Detroit Tigers protected these five prospects — and what Gleyber Torres' return means
Dugan Darnell
New pitcher for the Detroit Tigers and Michigan native.
Detroit Tigers
Episode: Latest on Tarik Skubal from GM meetings; Detroit Tigers pitcher Dugan Darnell talks MLB journey

Host

Evan Petzold
A Tigers beat writer known for providing insider insights and analysis on the Detroit Tigers and MLB news.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 298 ratings
  • Enjoy the show but

    Evan reads so many statistics. There’s no way people can properly digest all the numbers, the human brain just isn’t designed that way. (Maybe he can use rankings or just say they’re good/average/bad). Nevertheless, happy to have this in my podcast lineup.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    STF reviewer
    United States24 days ago
  • Great Tigers Information

    I very much appreciate both Evan and Chris’s insights every week. Whether the regular season or the off season the conversation is always informative and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Captinhoek
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great Tigers Analysis

    Listened all season & was a great show with a lot of insights. I appreciate that the commentary was honest & unbiased. Would like to see more shows weekly as there were plenty of gaps this season. Evan has a tendency to be VERY repetitive at times which like the Tigers whiff rate can be very frustrating. If Evan can work on this in the off season it would greatly improve his production. Really like Chris Brown on other podcasts & he was an excellent addition to this podcast as well. I would like... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gil4494
    United States4 months ago
  • Angry Host

    Evan just seems angry all the time. Chris Brown is a great guest and partner, love Chris. Free Press needs to switch Evan off the beat, as I’m pretty sure he just hates the Tigers front office over past events. It comes across.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Nathan ZD
    United States4 months ago
  • Recommendation

    Chris Brown is a great addition. Please make it permanent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rongardenhiresbrain
    United States4 months ago

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Some listeners express a desire for improved host dynamics and patience during discussions, calling for more respect towards differing opinions. Overall, the podcast is considered a valuable resource for Tigers fans.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis and insights into the Detroit Tigers, often noting the engaging conversations and expert guests.
Feedback highlights the strong performance of Evan Petzold as a host, although there are comments regarding pacing and repetitiveness of certain remarks.

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#35
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#28
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#61
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#64
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#125
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#13
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Ben Badler breaks down Detroit Tigers' 2026 international class; Scott Harris vs. Scott Boras
Q: What about Randy Santana?
He has an impressive arm strength, making him a strong candidate for being a center fielder.
Ben Badler breaks down Detroit Tigers' 2026 international class; Scott Harris vs. Scott Boras
Q: How is Oscar Tineo different from Bolivar?
Oscar Tineo has a really good foundation at shortstop but lacks strength at this stage.
Ben Badler breaks down Detroit Tigers' 2026 international class; Scott Harris vs. Scott Boras
Q: What can you tell us about Manuel Bolivar?
Manuel Bolivar stands out as one of the best power-hitting catchers in this international signing class.
Tarik Skubal vs. Detroit Tigers: Who wins arbitration showdown? Evan Drellich on MLB labor, business issues
Q: Why aren't the Tigers necessarily being cheap, and Skubal isn't being greedy?
Drellich discusses how arbitration involves comparing salaries to similar-player precedents rather than arbitrary figures.
Tarik Skubal vs. Detroit Tigers: Who wins arbitration showdown? Evan Drellich on MLB labor, business issues
Q: Can you walk us through what this means, what happens next, and who you think will win the case?
Evan Drellich explains that this case may have a broader impact, affecting salaries across the league depending on who wins.

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Engaging discussions surrounding the Detroit Tigers encompass a variety of topics, from player analysis and team strategies to organizational insights and offseason predictions. Notable episodes frequently feature expert guests, including players and analysts, who provide additional depth to the conversations. Insights into player performances, especially focusing on key players like Tarik Skubal, Gleyber Torres, and new signings, paint a comprehensive picture of the Tigers' current and future direction. The hosts strive to keep fans informed and entertained, making it a must-listen for dedicated Tigers fans seeking detailed coverage of their favorite team and the MLB landscape in general.

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2. Brandon Inge
3. Evan Drellich
4. Jeff Fletcher
5. Geoff Pontes
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8. Rogelio Castillo

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