The Tigers are prioritizing infield upgrades this offseason, having signed Gleyber Torres to play second base. Despite the one-year deal, they may shift Spencer Torkelson to a part-time role. The shortstop position remains unresolved since the market offered limited viable options. Though they were involved in discussions for Alex Bregman, he eventually signed with the Red Sox. Javier Báez, a significant investment, has struggled recently, which complicates their infield dynamics. With their long-term solutions on the horizon, the Tigers will head into spring training with uncertainties at shortstop.
The struggles of Báez in Detroit are no big secret at this point. The Tigers signed him to a six-year, $140MM deal going into 2022.
They already have a lot of money dedicated to the position, as the one big deal still on the books is for a shortstop.
The Tigers have clearly been focused on upgrading their infield this offseason, signed Gleyber Torres to take over second base for just one year.
In free agency, Willy Adames was the only healthy everyday shortstop. He signed a seven-year, $182MM deal with the Giants.
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