Tigers News: Another Kevin McGonigle award, Akil Baddoo to Pirates, Andre Lipcius

Kevin McGonigle won another award; Akil Baddoo found a new home; former top prospect Andre Lipcius was hired.

By Katrina Stebbins · Motor City Bengals

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 12:05 PM

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Kevin McGonigle was voted the 2026 Tiger of the Year by the Detroit BBWAA chapter.
McGonigle secured 21 of 23 first-place votes to become the first rookie winner since 2022.
Former Detroit outfielder Akil Baddoo was claimed off waivers by the Pittsburgh Pirates from Milwaukee.

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Detroit Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle has been named the 2026 Tiger of the Year by the Detroit chapter of the BBWAA, earning 21 of 23 first-place votes. McGonigle is also a finalist for the Silver Slugger and AL Rookie of the Year awards after previously winning Rookie of the Year honors from both The Sporting News and Baseball America.

Elsewhere, former Tigers outfielder Akil Baddoo was claimed off waivers by the Pittsburgh Pirates from the Milwaukee Brewers. Additionally, former Tigers infielder Andre Lipcius is reportedly joining the Colorado Rockies as a game planning coach.

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