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Tigers' Riley Greene takes tough-love approach to strikeouts
Young outfielder looks to improve plate discipline after All-Star season
Published on Feb. 15, 2026
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Detroit Tigers outfielder Riley Greene, who made the All-Star team last season, is taking a tough-love approach to reducing his strikeouts this year. Greene has been told by the team to stop trying to hit a home run on every pitch and focus more on making consistent contact.
Why it matters
Greene is considered a key part of the Tigers' future, so his development at the plate is crucial for the team's long-term success. Reducing his strikeouts could help him become an even more well-rounded and productive hitter.
The details
After a breakout All-Star season, the Tigers want Greene to focus more on plate discipline and making consistent contact rather than trying to hit for power on every swing. The team has emphasized this "tough-love" approach to help Greene improve his strikeout rate and become a more complete hitter.
- Riley Greene made the 2025 MLB All-Star team.
- The Tigers' new front office, led by President of Baseball Operations Scott Harris, reintroduced veteran pitcher Justin Verlander to the team on February 12, 2026.
The players
Riley Greene
A young outfielder for the Detroit Tigers who made the 2025 MLB All-Star team.
Scott Harris
The President of Baseball Operations for the Detroit Tigers, who reintroduced veteran pitcher Justin Verlander to the team.
Justin Verlander
A veteran right-handed pitcher who was reintroduced to the Detroit Tigers by the new front office.
What they’re saying
“Stop trying to hit a home run on every pitch”
— Detroit Tigers, Team Advice to Riley Greene
The takeaway
The Tigers are taking a tough-love approach with young star Riley Greene, emphasizing plate discipline and contact over pure power, in an effort to help him become an even more well-rounded and productive hitter for the team's long-term success.
