Some players such as Matt Vierling and Kevin McGonigle had terrific springs. Others such as Max Clark and Wenceel Pérez struggled. But what does it all mean? And coudl McGonigle's (relatively) slow finish impact his hunt for a roster spot?

The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley break it all down, featuring thoughts on Tarik Skubal's battle of perception, Bryce Rainer's swing and more with less than a week to go before Opening Day.

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We are less than a week from Opening Day. The Tigers roster is mostly set with, of course, the Kevin McGonigle decision looming. What would be the lineup vs. left-handed pitching if McGonigle and Parker Meadows make the roster? Plus, how should we feel about Casy Mize's spring?
And, who are the breakouts of Spring Training?

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After his best outing of the spring, is Justin Verlander ready to rock in the regular season? And after a difficult stretch, has Parker Meadows done enough to break camp on the major-league roster?

Plus, the latest on Kevin McGonigle's roster status and Beau Brieske's injury. With Brieske likely to start on the injured list, could Burch Smith or someone else push their way onto the roster?

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First-round pick Jordan Yost hit a home-run in his first MLB spring training game. Spencer Torkelson, Riley Greene, Matt Vierling and Framber Valdez also had strong days as we enter the final week of camp.

The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley break it all down, from assessing the most valuable Tigers in the World Baseball Classic to looking at rabbit-hole scenarios for how injuries could alter the Tigers' roster.

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If we're putting Kevin McGonigle on the Opening Day roster, who is coming off? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley dig into the scenarios.

Who is at risk on the 40-man roster? Is Jahmai Jones safe? Who is more likely to be optioned — Parker Meadows or Wenceel Perez? Could the Tigers carry only 12 pitchers or sort out another way to avoid the dilemma?

Plus: Who do we think will make the Opening Day bullpen?

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Tarik Skubal is under scrutiny for his Team USA decision. But is all that actually fair? The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley dive into a deeper perspective on Skubal and how his public profile has changed and risen. Plus, the latest on Enmanuel De Jesus's ascent to a serious roster candidate. And another vibe check on Kevin McGonigle — is it time to set his roster spot in stone?

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Tarik Skubal shined in his World Baseball Classic debut. And now the spotlight is larger as a decision on whether to pitch again for Team USA looms. The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and co-host Kieran Steckley discuss. Plus, Enmanuel De Jesus continues to make an interesting roster case. And, how a poor spring for Parker Meadows could influence Kevin McGonigle's roster chances.

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What stood out most from the Tigers' Dominican trip? How concerning is Josue Briceño's wrist injury? And why did the Tigers option Keider Montero this early in camp.

The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen and cohost Kieran Steckley break down all that and more in the latest episode.

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