Minneapolis — The Tigers needed to clear a spot on the 40-man roster to reinstate reliever Andrew Chafin off the restricted list.
Center fielder Derek Hill, the Tigers’ first-round pick in 2014, drew the short straw. He was designated for assignment Monday.
“Decisions are going to get harder and harder as guys on the 60-day injured list get healthy,” manager AJ Hinch said. “It’s going to get a little uncomfortable for the guys who have been here.”
Another tough decision will have to be made on Tuesday when the Tigers activate pitcher Matt Manning off the injured list.