MLB · AL Central · Est. 1901 · Comerica Park
Detroit Tigers
Current Leadership
Chairman & CEO of Ilitch Holdings
Christopher Ilitch assumed control of the Detroit Tigers and the family's sports empire after the death of his father Mike Ilitch in 2017. As chairman and CEO of Ilitch Holdings, Chris oversees both the Tigers and the Detroit Red Wings, along with Little Caesars and the company's extensive real estate holdings in downtown Detroit. He has continued his father's commitment to Detroit's revitalization, anchored by the District Detroit development around Comerica Park and Little Caesars Arena.
Parent Company
Ilitch Holdings, the privately held conglomerate founded by Mike and Marian Ilitch, owns the Tigers as part of a diverse portfolio that includes Little Caesars Pizza, the Detroit Red Wings, MotorCity Casino Hotel, and major real estate developments in downtown Detroit. The company's deep roots in the Detroit community have made the Ilitch family synonymous with the city's sports and business landscape.
Manager
| Name | Position | Since |
|---|---|---|
| A.J. Hinch | Manager | 2021 |
Coaching Staff
| Name | Position | Since |
|---|---|---|
| George Lombard | Bench Coach | 2021 |
| Chris Fetter | Pitching Coach | 2021 |
| Michael Brdar | Hitting Coach | 2025 |
| Joey Cora | Third Base Coach | 2021 |
| Anthony Sanders | First Base Coach | 2026 |
Historical Figures
Former Owner
Mike Ilitch, the founder of Little Caesars Pizza, purchased the Tigers in 1992 for $85 million and transformed them from a struggling franchise into a perennial contender. His willingness to spend on top talent brought stars like Pudge Rodriguez, Magglio Ordonez, Miguel Cabrera, Justin Verlander, and Prince Fielder to Detroit, leading to World Series appearances in 2006 and 2012. Ilitch was beloved in Detroit for his philanthropy and quiet generosity until his passing in 2017.
Former Owner
Tom Monaghan, the founder of Domino's Pizza, purchased the Tigers in 1983 and immediately enjoyed success when the team won the 1984 World Series behind Sparky Anderson, Kirk Gibson, and Alan Trammell. However, the team declined through the late 1980s, and Monaghan eventually sold the franchise to Mike Ilitch as he shifted his focus to philanthropic and religious endeavors.