Detroit Tigers general manager Al Avila has plenty of bargain bin free agents to choose from this offseason. While Detroit’s primary needs on the infield are at first base (assuming Miguel Cabrera moves to DH) and at shortstop, the team could certainly use some more depth at the other spots as well.
The San Diego Padres made a flurry of moves just ahead of the 40-man roster protection deadline, which included releasing 27-year-old infielder Cory Spangenberg. Spangenberg has primarily played second base and third base in his five-year career, although he does have some experience in the outfield as well.