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Tigers Bolster Rotation, Pursue Late-Deadline Relievers as Twins Embrace Seller Role

Detroit zeroes in on bullpen reinforcements in the final days before the deadline as Minnesota fields bids on multiple pitchers and outfielders.

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.
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ARLINGTON, TX - JULY 26: Marcus Semien #2 of the Texas Rangers celebrates with teammates following the team's tenth inning win against the Atlanta Braves at Globe Life Field on July 26, 2025 in Arlington, Texas.

Overview

  • On July 28, Detroit acquired RHPs Chris Paddack and Randy Dobnak from Minnesota to shore up its rotation after Reese Olson was ruled out for the season with a shoulder strain.
  • With eight pitchers already on the 60-day injured list, the Tigers are now targeting high-leverage bullpen arms, including reported interest in Pirates closer David Bednar.
  • The Twins signaled their shift into full seller mode by dealing Paddack and are now receiving inquiries on relievers such as Jhoan Durán and outfielder Harrison Bader.
  • Deadline-day procedural quirks have emerged, notably Danny Jansen’s rare appearance as an active catcher for the Rays even after being traded to Milwaukee.
  • Off-field disruptions—from Emmanuel Clase’s paid leave under MLB’s sports-betting probe to Eugenio Suárez’s day-to-day status after a hand bruise—are complicating roster strategies.