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Five Detroit Tigers Become Free Agents

With the post season done and dusted, the offseason has begun for the Detroit Tigers. This also means the onset of free agency. 139 players have hit the open market, including five now-former Tigers. They’re now free to sign with any club.

Alex Avila

General manager Al Avila (Alex’s father) has already confirmed that his son likely won’t be back with the team. In an article by Anthony Fenech published in the Detroit Free Press, the relatively-new general manager is quoted as saying “In reality, I would say that it would be probable” with regard to Alex leaving via free agency.