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

[tomdalton22]

So do you want them to spend or not?

yes, but not on the superstar type player. The Tigers don't have enough revenue to pay "superstar" contracts.

 

[gotime909]

That's what Mike Ilich did, which got them into the situation they have been in over the past 10 years.

Holding on to aging vets too long got us to that point.

 

[Mitchrapp]

sounds like it is $25M for the first year with a player opt out after the first year. If he starts at least 15 games, he gets $20M in year 2.

Essentially, if he pitches really good, it will be a one year deal. If he is mediocre or bad but still has 15 starts, it's a 2 year, $45M deal. If he has a terrible injury, he gets $35M

If Jack Flaherty has a good season and exercises his opt out, the Tigers can give him a Qualifying Offer and will receive a draft pick if Flaherty rejects it.​

 

[Mitchrapp]

yes, but not on the superstar type player. The Tigers don't have enough revenue to pay "superstar" contracts.

What do you consider a superstar player? Outside Miggy who is the last SS player that we signed? Verlander? SS players won't come here. So no worries about that.

 

[tomdalton22]

If Jack Flaherty has a good season and exercises his opt out, the Tigers can give him a Qualifying Offer and will receive a draft pick if Flaherty rejects it.​

With the way his contract is written, that is probably the best case scenario. It would mean he had a really good/great year and didn't get injured.

 

[gotime909]

What do you consider a superstar player? Outside Miggy who is the last SS player that we signed? Verlander? SS players won't come here. So no worries about that.

Less than 10 years ago we had the 2nd highest payroll and 5 of the 50 highest paid players. Lose me with that nonsense.

 

[Mitchrapp]

Less than 10 years ago we had the 2nd highest payroll and 5 of the 50 highest paid players. Lose me with that nonsense.

And how many those top guys were free agents? Trades, sure - players that were already here - sure. One day you'll realize the top players don't come here. I'll wait for your list.

 

[tomdalton22]

This is bad news. The Tigers made a trade with the Rays.

Faedo is sure to have a stellar career going forward

Rays acquire RHP Alex Faedo from Tigers

Right-handed pitcher Alex Faedo has joined the Tampa Bay Rays from Detroit with the Tigers acquiring minor league catcher Enderson Delgado and cash in the deal.

www.espn.com

 

[kalinecountry]

Tiger Territory Podcast: Tarik Skubal Joins Tiger Territory. 38 minutes.
Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal joins Tiger Territory to reflect on his historic 2024 season and what his mindset is in 2025. Plus, how Scott Boras became his agent and nickname preferences.

 

[Mitchrapp]

This is bad news. The Tigers made a trade with the Rays.

Faedo is sure to have a stellar career going forward

Rays acquire RHP Alex Faedo from Tigers

Right-handed pitcher Alex Faedo has joined the Tampa Bay Rays from Detroit with the Tigers acquiring minor league catcher Enderson Delgado and cash in the deal.

www.espn.com

They got something for a guy they just DFA. That's a win eh? .

 

[kalinecountry]

Could the Tigers have more moves in store after signing Jack Flaherty?

The Tigers couldn’t ignore a great opportunity here, but perhaps they aren’t done with their offseason just yet.

www.blessyouboys.com

Could the Tigers have more moves in store after signing Jack Flaherty?
The Tigers couldn’t ignore a great opportunity here, but perhaps they aren’t done with their offseason just yet.
BYBTB

 

[tomdalton22]

They got something for a guy they just DFA. That's a win eh? .

I was just joking because every time the Tigers trade with the Rays, it ends in disaster! If the Rays want your player, you might want to take a second look at him!!

 

[kalinecountry]

A 1 year/14 million $ contract in 2024 could have net the Tigers An All-Star version of Jack Flaherty
Thayron Liranzo, Trey Sweeney, Jack Flaherty again on a larger contract, A 2026 Draft Pick if Jack Flaherty exercises his opt-out and the Tigers offer a Qualifying Offer.

 

[gotime909]

And how many those top guys were free agents? Trades, sure - players that were already here - sure. One day you'll realize the top players don't come here. I'll wait for your list.

Just off the top of my head.....Prince Fielder, VMart, Justin Upton, torii Hunter

 

[kalinecountry]

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Motor City Metrics Emergency Podcast: Tigers have signed Jack Flaherty. 53 minutes.

 

[Mitchrapp]

Just off the top of my head.....Prince Fielder, VMart, Justin Upton, torii Hunter

That's a long time ago when the old man was still here. Btw, outside of Fielder I'm not sure any of those were SS. But I guess we all have a different def. of superstar. And it goes to the criteria we were already aware of, overpay.

 

[Mitchrapp]

I was just joking because every time the Tigers trade with the Rays, it ends in disaster! If the Rays want your player, you might want to take a second look at him!!

I know you were. But this is the year that Fink beats the stomach.

 

[kalinecountry]

https://www.mlb.com/tigers/news/enderson-delgado-traded-to-tigers-for-alex-faedo

Tigers acquire Minors catcher Delgado from Rays for Faedo.
Tigers' official site

Tigers trade Alex Faedo to Tampa Bay for minor league catching depth trade Alex Faedo to Tampa Bay for minor league catching depth.
After designating the veteran reliever, the Tigers took the opportunity to flip Faedo for catching depth.
BYBTB

Tigers trade recently DFA'd pitcher to Rays for minor-league catcher and cash

The Tigers traded former first-round pick Alex Faedo to the Rays for minor leaguer Enderson Delgado and cash.

motorcitybengals.com

Tigers trade recently DFA'd pitcher to Rays for minor-league catcher and cash.
MCBTB

Detroit Tigers trade Alex Faedo to Rays for catcher Enderson Delgado, cash considerations

Enderson Delgado, a 20-year-old switch-hitting catcher, hit .255 with four homers, 28 walks, 54 strikeouts in 56 games for Low-A Charleston in 2024.

www.freep.com

Detroit Tigers trade Alex Faedo to Rays for catcher Enderson Delgado, cash considerations.
Freep

Rays Acquire Alex Faedo

The Rays are going to acquire right-hander Alex Faedo from the Tigers. Read all the details at MLB Trade Rumors.

www.mlbtraderumors.com

Rays Acquire Alex Faedo.
MLBTR

 

[kalinecountry]

Detroit Tigers announce 2025 minor league coaches, including former catcher René Rivera

Top-5 managers in Detroit Tigers farm system: Gabe Alvarez in Triple-A, Andrew Graham in Double-A, Tony Cappuccilli in High-A, René Rivera in Low-A.

www.freep.com

Detroit Tigers announce 2025 minor league coaches, including former catcher René Rivera.
Freep

 

[kalinecountry]

Tigers Today podcast: Jack’s back; now, all eyes turn to Alex Bregman

Tony and Chris McCosky talk about the Tigers signing Flaherty and they ask, "What's taking Bregman so long to sign somewhere?"

www.detroitnews.com

Tigers Today podcast: Jack’s back; now, all eyes turn to Alex Bregman. 28 minutes.
Detnews