The relationship didn’t last long enough to get attached, but Detroit Tigers fans had some good times with right-hander Jack Flaherty in 2024. Of course, it didn’t hurt that Flaherty had perhaps the best four month stretch of his career under the watchful eyes of Tigers’ pitching coach Chris Fetter and his staff. Still, Flaherty is a likeable, thoughtful individual not afraid to speak beyond cliches. Performance is key, but his personality didn’t hurt in making him a popular player during his short time in Detroit.
Clearly Flaherty’s market hasn’t developed as he would’ve hoped in free agency this offseason.