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Tigers Bolster Bullpen With Rafael Montero Trade

Detroit sent Double-A infielder Jim Jarvis to Atlanta in exchange for the veteran right-hander to fortify its pen ahead of a postseason push

Jul 25, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Rafael Montero (48) in action during the game between the Texas Rangers and the Atlanta Braves at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Rafael Montero, an 11-year MLB veteran and member of the 2022 Astros World Series bullpen, carries a 5.40 ERA with 39 strikeouts over 39 relief appearances this season
  • The Tigers designated right-hander Tyler Owens for assignment to open a 40-man roster spot for Montero
  • Atlanta received Jim Jarvis, a 24-year-old University of Alabama draftee batting .242 with two homers and 29 RBIs at Double-A Erie
  • Detroit, now 64-46 and holding a nine-game lead in the American League Central, heads into a three-game series with reinforced bullpen depth
  • Detroit views Montero as a buy-low addition with swing-and-miss upside and postseason experience for its late-season relief corps