The Detroit Tigers are poised to kick off the 2025 MLB season with an evening matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers. With a roster featuring 26 players, manager A.J. Hinch aims to compete for the American League Central title, a feat the Tigers last accomplished from 2011 to 2014. The 2024 season saw the Tigers finish with an impressive 86-76 record, marking their first playoff appearance in a decade. Several players, including Dillon Dingler and Javier Báez, face critical questions heading into the season, with their performances potentially shaping the Tigers' chances in a competitive division.