Jovan Alford

Jovan Alford

Joined: Dec 8, 2024

Jovan is Philadelphia-born and raised and has been in the sports journalism industry since 2016, covering Philadelphia sports, fantasy sports, and sports betting. He also attended La Salle University. Jovan loves to wager on player prop bets and is an avid sports card collector.

Jun 3, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Detroit Tigers shortstop Trey Sweeney (27) reacts after striking out against the Chicago White Sox during the ninth inning at Rate Field.

Struggling Tigers Infielder Gets 2nd Chance to Prove Himself Following Kerry Carpenter Injury

Indianapolis Colts linebacker Grant Stuard (41) warms up on Monday, Dec. 26, 2022, before the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

New Lions Addition Already Looks Underpaid Before Playing a Snap

Aug 24, 2022; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Tigers catcher Tucker Barnhart (15) hits a double in the fifth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Comerica Park.

Another Former Tigers Catcher Announces His Retirement During 2025 Season

Apr 20, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Detroit Tigers second baseman Buddy Kennedy (40) falls short of fielding a single by Minnesota Twins second baseman Edouard Julien (not pictured) in the seventh inning at Target Field.

Former Tigers Infielder Sent Packing by New Team After Only 4 Games

Dec 26, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons forward Bojan Bogdanovic (44) is defended by Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (28) in the first half at Little Caesars Arena.

Former Pistons Forward Announces His Retirement Ahead of NBA Free Agency

Detroit Tigers right-handed pitching prospect Luis Castillo throws during minor-league minicamp Sunday, Feb. 20, 2022, at TigerTown in Lakeland, Florida.

Forgotten Tigers Pitcher Ends June Getting Dumped by AL Laughingstock

Jun 19, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch (mg) walks out to the mound in the second inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Comerica Park.

AL Powerhouse Could Be Tigers' Biggest Obstacle to Reunite with All-Star 3B

Jun 20, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Detroit Tigers right fielder J.D. Martinez (28) hits a solo-home run against the Seattle Mariners during the eighth inning at Safeco Field.

Former Tigers All-Star's MLB Career Receives Surprise Lifeline

Jul 28, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Michael Fulmer (32) walks towards the dugout against the Toronto Blue Jays during batting practice at Rogers Centre.

Former Tigers Hurler's Latest MLB Stint Ends with 2nd DFA of 2025

Jun 14, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Tigers pitcher Matt Gage (99) pitches in the fifth inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Comerica Park.

Tigers Kick Southpaw Hurler to Curb After Only 6 Relief Appearances

Sep 19, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Detroit Tigers third baseman Tyler Nevin (18) hits a double against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the fifth inning at Dodger Stadium.

Former Tigers Utilityman Signs New Overseas Contract

Sep 14, 2022; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Tigers third baseman Jeimer Candelario (46) makes a throw in the third inning against the Houston Astros at Comerica Park.

Former Tiger Who Left for $45 Million Suddenly Sent Packing by New Team

Jan 1, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions running back Jamaal Williams (30) runs with the ball for a touchdown against the Chicago Bears during the third quarter at Ford Field.

Former Lions Fan Favorite Still Unemployed Ahead of Training Camp

Oct 4, 2022; Seattle, Washington, USA; Detroit Tigers designated hitter Jeimer Candelario (46) hits an RBI-sacrifice fly against the Seattle Mariners during the third inning at T-Mobile Park.

Former Tigers Infielder Nearing Return After Lengthy Injury Absence

Detroit Tigers v Baltimore Orioles

Tigers Named Potential Landing Spot for 2 All-Star Bats 1 Month Before Trade Deadline

Apr 9, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Alex Lange (55) throws against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the seventh inning at PNC Park. Detroit won 5-3.

Injured Tigers Hurler Takes Next Big Step Toward 2025 Debut