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Detroit Tigers Assistant GM Resigns Following Sexual Misconduct Investigation

Sam Menzin stepped down after allegations of sending unsolicited lewd photos were substantiated by an internal inquiry.

Detroit Tigers vice president and assistant general manager Sam Menzin during spring training at TigerTown in Lakeland, Fla. on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024.
A general exterior view of the main gate entrance at Comerica Park as fans line up to enter prior to the game between the Detroit Tigers and the Boston Red Sox at Comerica Park on August 31, 2024 in Detroit.
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Overview

  • Sam Menzin, Assistant GM of the Detroit Tigers, resigned last Thursday after an investigation confirmed allegations of sexual misconduct.
  • The investigation revealed claims that Menzin sent unsolicited explicit photos via Snapchat to female colleagues, with incidents dating back to 2017.
  • The Tigers stated that Menzin's behavior was incompatible with their standards of professionalism, respect, and workplace culture.
  • One alleged victim suggested that Menzin’s senior position may have discouraged earlier reporting of the misconduct.
  • Menzin had been with the Tigers since 2012, rising through the ranks before becoming Assistant GM in 2021.