The MLB trade deadline is expected to be crucial for the Detroit Tigers this season. The Tigers are looking to make several aggressive moves at the deadline to put them in a prime position to compete for the American League pennant and their first World Series Championship since 1984.
With the trade deadline two days away, the Tigers have already made one move to improve their roster, but many expect more to follow.
On Monday, Detroit acquired Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Chris Paddack and Randy Dobnak. In return, the Twins received Tigers catching prospect Enrique Jimenez.
When is the MLB trade deadline?
The MLB trade deadline is set for 6 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 31st. After the deadline, no MLB trades can go through. All trades must be submitted to the MLB by the 6 p.m. deadline
What can the Tigers do at the deadline?
The Tigers need relievers and a right-handed hitter for their lineup. Tigers fans know all too well from their previous postseason runs in 2013 and 2014 that their bullpen was their biggest weakness, which led to the team’s downfall in the playoffs. The addition of a couple of key pieces to their bullpen will go a long way in helping the Tigers to compete for a World Series title.
While the Tigers have several young, talented hitters in their lineup, another player in their lineup could help Detroit in the postseason. Here’s a trade tracker for the Tigers.
July 28: Tigers acquire starting pitcher Chris Paddack and RHP Randy Dobnak from the Twins in exchange for catcher prospect Enrique Jimenez
July 30: Tigers acquire RHP Rafael Montero from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for minor league infielder Jim Jarvis.
July 31: Tigers acquire RHP Paul Sewald from the Cleveland Guardians in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations.
July 31: Tigers acquire Washington Nationals reliever Kyle Finnegan.
July 31: Tigers acquire Texas Rangers relief pitcher Codi Heuer for cash consideration.
July 31: Tigers acquire minor league pitcher Josueth Quinonez from the Philadelphia Phillies in exchange for RHP Matt Manning.
July 31: The Tigers have traded LHP Dietrich Enns to the Baltimore Orioles for cash consideration.