TAMPA – It appears the Tigers have made a decision on their starting rotation.
Right-handed pitcher Anibal Sanchez is expected to start the season as the team’s long-reliever, a person with knowledge of the situation said Tuesday. The move would make left-hander Matt Boyd the likely final starter when the club announces its rotation around Opening Day on April 3.
The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the Tigers haven't announced the move. Sanchez and Boyd have long been the leading contenders for the final spot in the rotation during spring training.u200b
Speaking before Tuesday night’s Grapefruit League game against the Yankees, manager Brad Ausmus offered no updates on the competition, but the decision likely was made earlier in the day when the team’s brass met at Joker Marchant Stadium.