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Detroit’s Infield Logjam May Force Moves on Sweeney, Kreidler and Jung

Kevin McGonigle and Hao-Yu Lee’s rapid ascent has fueled predictions that the Tigers will move on from underperforming infielders this offseason.

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MAY 13: Jace Jung #17, Spencer Torkelson #20 of the Detroit Tigers and Javier Báez #28 of the Detroit Tigers celebrate at home plate after Báez hit a home run to score Jung and Torkelson during the bottom of the sixth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Comerica Park on May 13, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - AUGUST 10: Trey Sweeney #27 of the Detroit Tigers turns a seventh inning double play over the sliding Zach Neto #9 of the Los Angeles Angels at Comerica Park on August 10, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
DETROIT, MI - MAY 26: Ryan Kreidler #32 of the Detroit Tigers reacts following a win over the San Francisco Giants at Comerica Park on May 26, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.

Overview

  • Colin Keane of Motor City Bengals forecasted that Detroit could trade or designate for assignment shortstop Trey Sweeney after he slashed .208/.275/.303 with five homers and 27 RBI in 231 at-bats this season.
  • Keane also suggested utility infielder Ryan Kreidler may be moved via trade or DFA following a career .384 OPS in 188 big-league at-bats.
  • Top prospect Jace Jung is viewed as vulnerable on the roster after posting a .554 OPS and going 5-for-45 in limited 2025 opportunities.
  • High-end infield prospects Kevin McGonigle, Hao-Yu Lee and Bryce Rainer are nearing MLB readiness, creating a potential squeeze on incumbent players.
  • All proposed roster moves remain speculative and have not been confirmed by the Tigers’ front office as official offseason plans.