BOOM or BUST: Detroit Tigers’ Riley Greene SHOCKS MLB with Elite Power and WHIFF Concerns

Riley Greene’s boom-or-bust 2025 campaign sparks debate: Can the Detroit Tigers’ young slugger overcome glaring flaws to anchor the lineup in 2026? Scott Bentley breaks down the highs and lows of Greene’s record-setting strikeout season, power surge to 36 home runs, and dramatic shifts in swing rate and approach at the plate. With Greene ranked 57th by MLB Network and concerns over his declining walk rate and struggles against fastballs and lefties, questions intensify about his path forward.

The discussion heats up with analysis of blockbuster MLB moves—Kyle Tucker’s $60 million-a-year deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers and Bo Bichette’s massive contract with the New York Mets—while examining potential ripple effects on the Tigers’ roster plans. Is Brett Baty a fit in Detroit’s infield? Tune in for a sharp look at player development, team building, and the looming threat of an MLB lockout shaping the Tigers’ future.

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