Early Years and Success
The Detroit Tigers were established in 1901 as a charter member of the American League. The team quickly became successful, winning the American League pennant three years in a row from 1907 to 1909. During this period, the Tigers were led by Ty Cobb, one of baseball's greatest hitters, who played for Detroit from 1905 to 1926. The team won their first World Series championship in 1968 under manager Mayo Smith.
The Golden Era of the 1960s and 1980s
The Tigers experienced tremendous success in 1968 when they defeated the St. Louis Cardinals in the World Series. This championship team featured star pitcher Denny McLain and catcher Bill Freehan. Another major victory came in 1984 when the Tigers won 104 games and defeated the San Diego Padres in the World Series, led by manager Sparky Anderson and star hitter Kirk Gibson.
Notable Players Throughout History
Beyond Ty Cobb, the Tigers have been home to many Hall of Fame players. Hank Greenberg played for Detroit in the 1930s and 1940s and was one of baseball's most powerful hitters. Al Kaline spent his entire 22-year career with the Tigers from 1953 to 1974 and became one of the team's most beloved players. These players helped establish Detroit as a baseball powerhouse.
Stadium History
The Tigers played at Bennett Park, their original home field, from 1901 to 1911. They then moved to Tiger Stadium, which served as their home for 88 years from 1912 to 1999. In 2000, the team relocated to the modern Comerica Park in downtown Detroit, where they continue to play today.
Recent Decades and Challenges
After their 1984 championship, the Tigers went through periods of struggle and rebuilding. The team made the World Series again in 2012 but lost to the San Francisco Giants. In recent years, the Tigers have continued to work on building a competitive roster while maintaining their status as one of baseball's historic franchises. 
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