Devon Platana

Devon Platana

Joined: Jan 7, 2025

Devon is an avid sports lover who graduated from Canada's Carleton University with a Master of Journalism degree. He's been writing about sports full-time since early 2021, while also making occasional television and radio appearances. When he's not watching sports, he can be found playing his guitar or looking to re-watch It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (again).

A Detroit Tiger fan reacts as the Houston Astros play the Tigers in the ninth inning at Minute Maid Park. Houston won 1-0.

Former Tigers Hurler Who Played 1 Game with Detroit Dumped by Overseas Team

Detroit Tigers pitcher Casey Mize (12) watches a play against Kansas City Royals from the dugout during the sixth inning at Comerica Park in Detroit on Thursday, April 17, 2025.

Tigers Starter Landed Huge MLB All-Star Opportunity While Fans Were Sleeping

Former Detroit Pistons forward Tim Hardaway Jr. (8) celebrates his three-point shot against the New York Knicks during the second quarter at Madison Square Garden.

Former Pistons Sharpshooter Shows Detroit Love in 1st Comments Since Leaving

Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch, left, and president of baseball operations Scott Harris, right, talk with reporters March 27, 2024, at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.

Tigers Named Perfect Fit for 2-Time All-Star Closer Ahead of Trade Deadline

Detroit Tigers third baseman Andy Ibanez (77) warms up before the game against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field.

Tigers Must Upgrade From Struggling Veteran's Bat by Trade Deadline

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) fouls Sacramento Kings forward Trey Lyles (41) with Detroit Pistons forward Ausar Thompson (9) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

Pistons Must Sign Familiar Veteran Forward for Final Roster Spot

Detroit Tigers pitcher Carlos Hernandez pitches in the sixth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Comerica Park.

Recent Tigers Addition in Final Month with Detroit as Trade Deadline Approaches

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Sawyer Gipson-Long (66) leaves a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox during the fourth inning at Rate Field.

Tigers Hurler is Entering Final All-Star Break in Detroit

Former Detroit Pistons center James Wiseman (13) grabs the rebound in the second half against the Chicago Bulls at Little Caesars Arena.

Former Pistons Trade Bust Lands New Contract with Old Team to Begin Week 2 of FA

Detroit Tigers shortstop Trey Sweeney (27) heads out to the field to start the game against the Baltimore Orioles during game one of a doubleheader at Comerica Park.

Tigers Infielder Must Be Kicked Out of Detroit Before All-Star Break

Head coach Dan Campbell speaks to the media during the Detroit Lions training camp at the Lions headquarters in Allen Park, Mich. on Friday, Aug 2, 2024.

Lions WR Couldn’t Buy His Roster Spot Even If He Wanted To

Detroit Pistons forward Ausar Thompson (9) dribbles defended by Toronto Raptors forward Chris Boucher (25) in the first half at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Pistons Must Sign Veteran Forward to Salvage Disappointing Start to July

Detroit Tigers infielder Hao-Yu Lee bats against the Philadelphia Phillies during the fifth inning of a Grapefruit League game at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland, Fla., on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025.

Tigers Minor-League Slugger Is Perfect Candidate for July Call-Up

Former Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Joe Mantiply (46) pitches in the ninth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Comerica Park.

Forgotten Tigers Reliever is Still Looking for a Job in July

Detroit Tigers third baseman Andy Ibanez (77) runs after hitting an RBI single against the Los Angeles Angels during the eighth inning at Angel Stadium.

Versatile Tigers Veteran Has Entered Final Month in Detroit

Former Miami Heat forward Duncan Robinson (55) shoots on Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) in the second half at Little Caesars Arena.

Pistons' Latest Signing Sent Strong Message by Ex-Teammate After Exit