Injuries and Moves: Tigers add infield depth in trade for Nevin
The Tigers’ 2022 season is over, however the strikes and recoveries to get higher for 2023 are simply starting. Keep checking this web page all through the offseason for updates.
Dec. 31: INF Tyler Nevin acquired from Orioles for money issues; LHP Zach Logue designated for project
The Tigers used the ultimate hours of 2022 to show again the clock on the transactions wire with a well-recognized title, buying Nevin 27 years after buying and selling for his dad Phil (although that deal was for nearer Mike Henneman, not money). Like his dad, Tyler is a former first-round choose, chosen thirty eighth general in 2015 by the Rockies. He hit .205 (35-for-171) with three homers, 19 RBIs and a .604 OPS over components of two seasons for the O’s, who designated him for project final week.
The 25-year-old Nevin will present his new membership with nook infield depth and a right-handed bat. Like his dad, who received his first actual probability at taking part in time in Detroit, the Tigers may provide an opportunity for Tyler to jumpstart his profession, particularly with a void at third base.
Dec. 23: LHP Zach Logue claimed off waivers from A’s; RHP Angel De Jesus designated for project
Logue, one of many 4 gamers that Oakland acquired for Matt Chapman, posted a 6.79 ERA over 14 appearances for the A’s in his rookie season. In Triple-A, he posted an 8.12 ERA in 17 begins. He was strong within the Minors earlier than going to the A’s, making 24 begins and one reduction look with a 3.67 ERA and a 28.2% strikeout price between Double-A and Triple-A in 2021. Logue will likely be 27 in April and might slot in as pitching depth for the Tigers, who’re dealing with uncertainty within the rotation.
De Jesus, 25, was added to the membership’s 40-man roster final offseason and spent most of 2022 in Triple-A, the place he had a 4.15 ERA. He was strong in his large league stints, posting a 2.13 ERA throughout eight appearances for the Tigers.
Dec. 21: C Mario Feliciano claimed off waivers from Milwaukee; OF Bligh Madris designated for project
In their seek for depth behind catchers Eric Haase and Jake Rogers, the Tigers added the 24-year-old Feliciano to their roster. The Puerto Rican catcher was the No. 75 general choose within the 2016 Draft and has spent the final six years within the Brewers group. Feliciano posted a .712 OPS with six residence runs in Triple-A final season. He is the second catcher the Tigers have claimed off waivers this offseason, after they acquired Mike Papierski in October (he is now on signed to a Minor League deal).
The Tigers initially claimed Madris off waivers in November from the Rays.
C Jake Rogers (Tommy John surgical procedure)
Expected return: Spring Training 2023
Rogers has began a traditional offseason conditioning program and is throwing to 105 ft with out signs, in accordance with the Tigers. He’s anticipated to be prepared for Spring Training. The catcher was swinging a bat late final season, however he wasn’t prepared for full exercise. (Last up to date: Dec. 5)
LHP Tarik Skubal (left arm fatigue)
Expected return: 2023
Skubal underwent flexor tendon surgical procedure on Aug. 17. He is constant to progress by means of the forearm strengthening part of his rehab program, in accordance with the Tigers. Neither Skubal nor the workforce have publicly mentioned a timetable, however a typical return for a pitcher is six to 9 months relying on the extent of the surgical procedure.
“I’m going to try to keep it day-by-day,” Skubal stated in October. “It’s just easier that way. It’s better for me mentally, too, than to get to a point and be like, ‘Well, I’m not back where I’m supposed to be.’” (Last up to date: Dec. 5)
RHP Casey Mize (Tommy John surgical procedure)
Expected return: Possibly 2023
The 25-year-old right-hander underwent Tommy John surgical procedure on his proper elbow on June 15 in Dallas, carried out by Dr. Keith Meister. He’s at present progressing by means of the strengthening part of his rehab, in accordance with the Tigers. (Last up to date: Dec. 5)
RHP Alex Faedo (proper hip surgical procedure)
Expected return: Spring Training 2023
Faedo is throwing out to 90 ft with out signs whereas engaged on energy, steadiness and vary of movement in his hip, in accordance with the Tigers. He is predicted to be prepared for Spring Training. (Last up to date: Dec. 5)
RHP Joe Jiménez (proper lumbar backbone pressure)
Expected return: Spring Training 2023
Jiménez is throwing out to 90 ft with out signs whereas engaged on lumbar and core flexibility and energy, in accordance with the Tigers. He is predicted to be prepared for Spring Training. (Last up to date: Dec. 5)
RHP Spencer Turnbull (Tommy John surgical procedure)
Expected return: 2023
Turnbull is symptom-free and performing his regular offseason throwing development, in accordance with the workforce. The Tigers opted to not rush him again in 2022, preferring to have him at full energy for Spring Training. (Last up to date: Nov. 8)
LHP Sean Guenther (Tommy John surgical procedure)
Expected return: 2023
The Tigers claimed Guenther on waivers realizing he was nonetheless rehabbing. He’s at present throwing out to 75 ft with out subject, in accordance with the Tigers, and is on observe to return to the mound late in Spring Training. (Last up to date: Nov. 8)
