With the minor league season set to begin this week, Detroit Tigers fans can get their first looks of 2018 at some of the club’s top prospects. Today we take a look at Detroit’s four full-season affiliates and what to watch for from them this year.
Toledo Mud Hens
The Toledo Mud Hens have been the Triple-A affiliate of the Detroit Tigers since 1987. The Mud Hens play a 140-game slate in the 14-team International League.
Toledo shares the International League West Division with the Columbus Clippers (Cleveland), Indianapolis Indians (Pittsburgh), and Louisville Bats (Cincinnati).
The Mud Hens visit Louisville on Friday night in their season opener.