Tigers 2024-2025 Offseason: Trades, Free Agents, Call ups, Rule 5, tender, non-tender, Awards

[Mitchrapp]

Tork was a better defender at 1st than Colt was at 2nd. Colt graded as the 2nd worst 2B

Which is why they're moving him. Eh?

 

[Mitchrapp]

I'm not buying this story that tork's 2024 year earned him a ticket out of town.

Either a DH (where to play McKinstry not sure) or earn it in ST. But he also can't hit the fastball. I also heard something on Reddit (so take that for what it's worth) that the team wanted him to change his swing and he told them no. No idea if that's true or not.

 

[kalinecountry]

Detroit Tigers MLB free agency: Pursuit of Alex Bregman continues as market narrows

Signing second baseman Gleyber Torres shuffled the infield, but that doesn't prohibit the Detroit Tigers from signing third baseman Alex Bregman.

www.freep.com

Detroit Tigers MLB free agency: Pursuit of Alex Bregman continues as market narrows.
Freep

 

[kalinecountry]

Tigers Rumors: Alex Bregman free agency picking up steam with latest update

The Detroit Tigers remain in conversations with Alex Bregman's camp after the New York Yankees are reported to be out on the free agent third baseman.

motorcitybengals.com

Tigers Rumors: Alex Bregman free agency picking up steam with latest update.
MCBTB

 

[kalinecountry]

Did Gleyber Torres signing just squeeze Spencer Torkelson off Tigers roster?

The Detroit Tigers signed free agent Gleyber Torres to be their starting second baseman. Now, Colt Keith will supplant Spencer Torkelson at first base.

motorcitybengals.com

Did Gleyber Torres signing just squeeze Spencer Torkelson off Tigers roster?
It feels like the dominoes are starting to fall.
MCBTB

 

[tomdalton22]

Did Gleyber Torres signing just squeeze Spencer Torkelson off Tigers roster?

The Detroit Tigers signed free agent Gleyber Torres to be their starting second baseman. Now, Colt Keith will supplant Spencer Torkelson at first base.

motorcitybengals.com

Did Gleyber Torres signing just squeeze Spencer Torkelson off Tigers roster?
It feels like the dominoes are starting to fall.
MCBTB

I am praying that some other team signs Bregman!

 

[Mitchrapp]

I am praying that some other team signs Bregman!

I'm hoping its like 3-4 years but I think he's probably asking for 6.

 

[tomdalton22]

I'm hoping its like 3-4 years but I think he's probably asking for 6.

it has been reported that he turned down 6 years $158M

 

[Mitchrapp]

it has been reported that he turned down 6 years $158M

AAV is fair enough but that many years might be a bit much. But man I'd love to get a 3B. Vierling is at least average at 3rd and he's cheap.

 

[tomdalton22]

AAV is fair enough but that many years might be a bit much. But man I'd love to get a 3B. Vierling is at least average at 3rd and he's cheap.

well, since he turned it down, my guess is he wants at least 6 years and probably $30M per year.

 

[kalinecountry]

Tigers Sign Dietrich Enns To Minor League Deal

The Tigers signed a pitcher returning stateside from Korea. View the details at MLB Trade Rumors.

www.mlbtraderumors.com

Tigers, Dietrich Enns Agree To Minor League Contract.
MLBTR

 

[kalinecountry]

According to Freep's Evan Petzold on MLB Network Radio, Gio Urshela played a big factor in Gleyber Torres signing with the Tigers. Torres and Urshela are close friends and when asked about playing for the Tigers, Urshela had great things to say about it.

Evan also says there is still a little bit of a gap in value between the Tigers and Bregman’s camp. He also says the Tigers are prioritizing Bregman a lot more than they were at the beginning of the offseason. Harris is in for a 5 year contract but not a 6 year.

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.mlb.com/tigers/news/2024-25-mlb-free-agent-fits-for-every-team

1 (realistic) free-agent target to fit every team.
Tigers official site

 

[kalinecountry]

MLB executive's Tarik Skubal contract prediction will make Tigers fans sick

Detroit Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal could make history in two years with a projected free agent contract that could set a new high-water mark for pitchers.

motorcitybengals.com

MLB executive's Tarik Skubal contract prediction will make Tigers fans sick.
At this projected price tag, it feels like a foregone conclusion the beloved left-hander will depart in free agency after the 2026 season.
MCBTB

 

[kalinecountry]

Miguel Cabrera welcomes fellow Venezuelan Gleyber Torres to Detroit Tigers

Detroit Tigers second baseman Gleyber Torres has talked to Venezuelan legend Miguel Cabrera since signing a one-year, $15 million contract on Friday.

www.freep.com

Miguel Cabrera welcomes fellow Venezuelan Gleyber Torres to Detroit Tigers.
Freep

 

[kalinecountry]

Gleyber Torres bets on himself with Detroit Tigers with $100M in mind

Detroit Tigers second baseman Gleyber Torres is eager to return to free agency in the 2025-26 offseason. He is seeking more than $100 million.

www.freep.com

Gleyber Torres bets on himself with Detroit Tigers with $100M in mind.
Freep

 

[kalinecountry]

Gleyber Torres is a Detroit Tiger. 70 minutes.
The guys recap the signing of second baseman Glayber Torres and how it impacts the rest of the Tigers roster.

 

[tomdalton22]

MLB executive's Tarik Skubal contract prediction will make Tigers fans sick

Detroit Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal could make history in two years with a projected free agent contract that could set a new high-water mark for pitchers.

motorcitybengals.com

MLB executive's Tarik Skubal contract prediction will make Tigers fans sick.
At this projected price tag, it feels like a foregone conclusion the beloved left-hander will depart in free agency after the 2026 season.
MCBTB

If this is true (which I believe it is), they should be actively shopping him from now through next off season. There is no reason to keep him going into the 2026 season.

 

[Mitchrapp]

If this is true (which I believe it is), they should be actively shopping him from now through next off season. There is no reason to keep him going into the 2026 season.

They should trade him within the next two months. Longer it goes the less value.

 

[kalinecountry]

QUICK HITS

by Holly Horning It’s the end of the year and while Detroit Tiger fans have very few updates via the media, their Front Office is working behind the scenes to make news. It just may tak…

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QUICK HITS.
Totally Tigers

It’s the end of the year and while Detroit Tiger fans have very few updates via the media, their Front Office is working behind the scenes to make news. It just may take awhile for us to read about them.
In the meantime, as we head into our second holiday week, I’ve collected bits of news and thoughts to keep you going until that first big(gish) signing comes along.
Here’s what hit my radar recently………