Tigers Manager AJ Hinch Reaches 400-Win Milestone

Riley Greene's big game helps Hinch join elite company with victory over Marlins

Apr. 12, 2026 at 2:58am

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Detroit Tigers manager AJ Hinch reached a major career milestone on Saturday, earning his 400th win with the franchise in a 6-1 victory over the Miami Marlins. Outfielder Riley Greene led the Tigers' offense with four RBIs, including a three-run home run, to help Hinch join an exclusive group of just eight managers in Tigers history to reach the 400-win plateau.

Why it matters

Hinch's achievement puts him in rare company, as he becomes only the second active MLB manager, along with Terry Francona, to reach 400 wins with multiple teams. This milestone highlights Hinch's sustained success and ability to build winning cultures, first with the Houston Astros and now with the Tigers.

The details

Riley Greene's big day at the plate was the key to the Tigers' victory, as the young outfielder opened the scoring with an RBI single in the first inning and then crushed a three-run homer in the third. Greene's performance extended his on-base streak to 15 games, the longest by a Tigers player since Brandon Inge in 2009. Colt Keith and Spencer Torkelson also drove in runs for Detroit, while Casey Mize earned the win on the mound, allowing just one run over 5⅔ innings.

  • AJ Hinch entered Saturday's game needing one win to reach 400 with the Tigers.
  • The Tigers defeated the Marlins 6-1 on April 12, 2026 to give Hinch his 400th win with the franchise.

The players

AJ Hinch

The manager of the Detroit Tigers, who reached 400 wins with the franchise on Saturday, becoming only the eighth manager in Tigers history to achieve that milestone.

Riley Greene

The Tigers' young outfielder who led the offense in Saturday's game, driving in four runs including a three-run home run that helped secure the win for Hinch.

Terry Francona

The only other active MLB manager, along with Hinch, to reach 400 wins with multiple franchises.

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What they’re saying

“Reaching 400 wins with the Tigers is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire organization. I'm proud to be a part of this team and grateful for the opportunity to lead these players.”

— AJ Hinch, Tigers Manager

What’s next

The Tigers will look to complete the series sweep of the Marlins on Sunday, with Tarik Skubal scheduled to take the mound against Miami's Sandy Alcantara.

The takeaway

AJ Hinch's 400th win with the Tigers not only cements his status as one of the franchise's most successful managers, but also highlights his ability to build winning cultures across multiple organizations. This achievement is a testament to Hinch's leadership and the Tigers' commitment to sustained excellence on the field.