Tigers’ 40-Man Roster Decisions Before Tuesday Deadline
With newly-signed reliever Emilio Pagán, plus some talented prospects currently under threat of a rule 5 draft selection, there are decisions to be made about the Detroit Tigers 40-man roster. Teams have until Tuesday Nov 19th to finalize their 40-man roster, same as in most seasons, however, this year's selection process is muddied by the …
The Detroit Tigers have until Tuesday, November 19th to finalize their 40-man roster, a process complicated by the anticipated labor stoppage. Currently, the team's roster is full, with Emilio Pagan and prospects Max Anderson and Josue Briceno on the outside looking in. Anderson, who won a minor league Gold Glove last season, and Briceno, ranked 10th in MLB's prospect rankings, are likely to be signed.
The Tigers could choose to cut three players to accommodate Anderson, Briceno, and Pagan, or seek a trade partner to clear roster space. Several players on the roster, such as Jace Jung and Matt Vierling, have not impressed recently and may be candidates for non-tender. Additionally, the team could trade for minor league players or multiple players for a single player to make room on the roster.
With several teams expected to need outfield help, the Tigers could look to trade for minor league prospects or make multiple trades for one player. President of Baseball Operations Scott Harris will be working diligently to maximize value in the roster decisions before the deadline.
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