Since the offseason began, the Detroit Tigers decision makers have consistently cited starting pitching as a key need for the ball club in 2021. The addition of José Ureña brought them some depth and an interesting project pitcher to work with. A second piece should probably be more of a known quantity in terms of effectiveness, even if it’s someone with a substantial injury history. Veteran starter, and Michigan native, Matt Shoemaker might fit the bill.
Shoemaker is, unfortunately, best known for taking a line drive to the head back in 2016 during his tenure with the Los Angeles Angels.