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Tigers Designate Charlie Morton for Assignment in Late-Season Shakeup

Detroit cited a lack of time to rework his role during a tightening division race.

WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 03: Manager A.J. Hinch #14 of the Detroit Tigers walks across the field during the game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on July 03, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
Detroit Tigers pitcher Charlie Morton (50) looks on before pitching against Atlanta Braves during the first inning at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025.

Overview

  • The move follows Morton's 7.09 ERA over nine starts for Detroit after his trade from Baltimore at the deadline.
  • Manager A.J. Hinch said the team did not have time to "sort it out" and opted to strengthen the bullpen for the stretch run.
  • Detroit acquired Morton from the Orioles for a minor-league pitcher to cover injuries to Reese Olson and Jackson Jobe, but the plan faltered.
  • Before the trade, Morton went 0-6 with a 9.45 ERA in seven games for Baltimore after signing a one-year, $15 million deal.
  • Detroit has dropped nine of its past ten games and holds a one-game lead over Cleveland in the AL Central, while Morton's next step will hinge on the waiver process.