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Tigers Eye September Reinforcements as GM Pumps Brakes on Fast-Tracking Top Prospects

The front office signals development comes first for its top prospects.

Jul 2, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Dylan Smith (58) throws a pitch against the against the Washington Nationals during the eighth inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Tigers GM Jon Greenberg said a Kevin McGonigle call-up is not "on the radar right now" and downplayed promotions for Max Clark and Josue Briceno.
  • With MLB roster sizes set to expand in September, ClutchPoints and The Sporting News urge Detroit to elevate infielder Hao-Yu Lee and reliever Dylan Smith.
  • Lee is producing a .240/.345/.408 line at Triple-A and is cited as a ready infield option to support All-Star Gleyber Torres.
  • Smith owns a 2.70 ERA with 37 strikeouts in 26.2 minor-league innings this season and logged a 1.38 ERA over 13 MLB innings earlier in 2025, strengthening his case to cover for Paul Sewald’s injury-delayed debut.
  • Analysts and team signals align that higher-profile prospects like McGonigle and Clark will likely stay in the minors through 2025 to prioritize development.