Detroit – New Tigers reliever David McKay doesn’t know who Kris Draper is, but the two have something very unique in common.
Once upon a time, Draper was sold from the Winnipeg Jets to the Red Wings for a dollar. And before the 2017 season, McKay was sold to the Seattle Mariners, also for a dollar.
“Honestly, I got a fresh start and I think I made the most of it,” said McKay, who is 24 and was claimed off waivers by the Tigers last week. “One team didn’t see me fitting in their plans and the other team wanted me.