A 2.96 ERA Reliever the Tigers Can Actually Afford
Detroit needs someone who can hold a lead, and Arizona is about to lose exactly that. #Tigers
The Arizona Diamondbacks bullpen arm Taylor Clarke had an impressive 2.96 ERA in 71 games during the 2023 season, striking out 45 batters over 73.0 innings for a $1.55 million one-year deal. Detroit Tigers, in need of bullpen assistance, may consider signing Clarke in free agency, as his contract could be a reasonable price for the team.
While Clarke, 33, had never posted an ERA under 3.00 before this season, his performance included only 14 walks and a 1.00 WHIP, with 14 holds marking his most crucial stat. Despite having zero saves and two blown saves, Clarke proved effective in holding leads during his stellar 2023 season. A two-year deal worth $7.5 million could be a reasonable contract for Clarke, as the Tigers' financial investment would likely not exceed his previous $1.55 million deal.
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