Recently, the Tigers showed interest in a relief pitcher from the Orix Buffaloes out of Japan. That pitcher, Yoshihisa Hirano, would have been a quality closer option for the team, but he was unfortunately snatched up by the Arizona Diamondbacks, who lost their closer Fernando Rodney to the Twins.
There’s another pitcher from the Buffaloes that Tigers fans will be familiar with, however, who could be an interesting addition to the 2018 roster: Phil Coke.
Now, before you immediately scroll down and start writing your comments, hear me out for a second.