Tigers set to celebrate Black History in for Black in Baseball homestand

Jun 13, 2025

DOWNTOWN DETROIT (WXYZ) — In the team's upcoming six-game homestand, the Detroit Tigers will be celebrating Black History in the sport as part of Black in Baseball Weekend.

The Tigers host two National League Central squads: the Cincinnati Reds (June 13-15) and the Pittsburgh Pirates (June 17-19). As of Thursday, June 12, the Tigers are a half-game behind the New York Mets for the best record in baseball (44-25). Detroit leads the American League Central by seven games, the largest lead in baseball by two games.

The homestands will feature pre-game and in-game tributes, specialty jerseys and chains for sale, community impact events and more.

The Tigers donated more than 1,300 tickets to kids and local organizations to attend games, including The Wayne State University National Panhellenic Council and the Black Sports Business Academy. As part of the festivities, a Black-owned Lobster Food Truck will be selling food all weekend outside of section 101.

Fans will be able to learn more ab out the Detroit Stars, the Negro Leagues and the contributions of Black baseball players throughout the homestand, with photo opportunities, museum displays, special merchandise. There are limited single-game tickets available at this link and standing-room-only tickets available at this link.

Below is a list of events and tributes happening this weekend, in chronological order (certain specialty jerseys were announced, but are only available for fans who bought the now sold-out special ticket package, so they are not included below):

Friday, June 13 (7:10 p.m. first pitch): "For the Culture" Friday will feature food, arts, fashion, and more from local HBCU/Divine 9 organizations.

Saturday, June 14 (1:10 p.m.): Saturday is the 29th Annual Negro Leagues Tribute Day and a Detroit Stars Jersy giveaay

Sunday, June 15 (12:05 p.m.): Sunday's theme is "For Today and Tomorrow, as the Tigers celebrate current and future stars on Father's Day

Tuesday, June 17 (6:40 p.m.): Tuesday is Filipono Hertage night. All fans will be able to buy a Filipino Feast Slider — complete with fried pork belly, pickled carrots and cilantro aioli — outside Section 143

Wednesday, June 18 (6:40 p.m.): Wednesday is Military Appreciation Night

Thursday, June 19 (1:10 p.m.): Thursday will feature a Juneteenth Celebration