Tigers Daily Report
September 29, 2026
Executive Summary
The Tigers secured their first losing record since the 2023 season on September 19 and were eliminated from the playoffs the following day. With the regular season now concluded, the focus shifts to an active offseason with significant roster moves ahead.
Top Story
Tigers Begin Offseason Roster Restructuring
Blaine Hardy, Daniel Stumpf, Victor Alcántara, and John Hicks were designated for assignment and cleared waivers, while Nick Ramirez, Zac Reininger, Eduardo Jiménez, and Dustin Peterson were outrighted to Triple-A Toledo. The moves reduce Detroit's 40-man roster to 34 as the team tries to clear roster spots for a wave of prospects it would like to protect from the Rule 5 Draft on Dec. 12.
Source: MLB.com
Around the Club
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Free Agency — The Tigers have six players entering free agency ahead of the 2027 season, with two holding club options for 2027 (pitchers Kenley Jansen and Drew Anderson). Source: Yahoo Sports
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Offseason Targets — The Tigers could have significant payroll flexibility this winter, with potential free-agent fits including Jazz Chisholm Jr., Randy Arozarena, Michael King, David Bednar, and others. Source: Yahoo Sports
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Broadcasters Extended — The Detroit Tigers announced that broadcasters Dan Dickerson and Jason Benetti have signed long-term extensions with the club. Source: Bless You Boys
Quick Hits
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Kevin McGonigle finished his stellar rookie campaign slashing .278/.376/.430 with 18 home runs, 72 RBI, 97 runs scored and 12 steals across 707 plate appearances and is all but a lock for the American League Rookie of the Year Award.
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Kevin McGonigle signed an 8-year, $150 million contract extension that runs through the end of the 2034 season.
Tigers Daily Report — September 29, 2026