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Tigers Acquire Paddack and Dobnak, Target David Bednar in Flurry of Deadline Moves

Detroit is now pursuing a high-leverage closer on an expiring contract after filling its rotation gap created by Reese Olson’s season-ending injury.

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JULY 28: Jordan Hicks #46 of the Boston Red Sox delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the ninth inning at Target Field on July 28, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Jul 28, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitch Rich Hill (35) throws a pitch in the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Aiken-Imagn Images/File Photo
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - JULY 19: Luis Robert Jr. #88 of the Chicago White Sox celebrates with teammates in the dugout after coming around to score on a three run RBI double by Mike Tauchman #18 (not pictured) in the sixth inning during the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on July 19, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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Overview

  • On July 28, Detroit traded top catching prospect Enrique Jimenez to Minnesota for right-handers Chris Paddack and Randy Dobnak to replace injured starter Reese Olson.
  • Olson was ruled out for the season with a shoulder strain, prompting the Tigers to add established arms to stabilize their rotation.
  • Detroit is among the leading suitors for Pittsburgh Pirates closer David Bednar, who is on a one-year, $5.9 million deal and has seven-year veteran experience.
  • The Twins have shifted into seller mode, fielding offers on relievers such as Jhoan Duran and Griffin Jax as well as outfielder Harrison Bader.
  • With Thursday’s 6 p.m. trade deadline approaching, contenders are balancing the cost of short-term rentals against prospects and future team control.