Expectations for Parker Meadows were high coming into 2024. After years of struggles in the minor leagues, 2023 saw Meadows finally get it to together and rocket to the majors. A league average slash line, improved K rates, and premium centerfield defense in Toledo led to a call-up and more of the same came during a short, 37 game rookie sample.
With this upward trajectory, Meadows was locked into a starting spot in Detroit for the 2024 season. Needless to say, it did not go well. Everything but his glove disappeared early on and he was deservedly sent back to Toledo to get back on track after only 32 games.