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The Tigers appeared headed for a significant sell-off following GM Al Avila’s ominous comments about paring back payroll and staying within the team’s means, but the Tigers instead had a fairly quiet offseason.
Major League Signings
- Alex Avila, C: One year, $2MM
Notable Minor League Signings
Trades and Claims
- Traded OF Cameron Maybin to the Angels in exchange for minor league RHP Victor Alcantara
- Acquired OF Mikie Mahtook from the Rays in exchange for a PTBNL (RHP Drew Smith)
- Selected LHP Daniel Stumpf from the Royals in Rule 5 Draft
Extensions
- None
Notable Losses
Needs Addressed
“We want to run the organization without having to go over our means.