The Tigers made another minor-league acquisition Thursday, purchasing the contract of left-handed-hitting utility infielder Joe Rizzo from the Miami Marlins.
Rizzo, 25, a second-round draft pick of the Seattle Mariners in 2016, was assigned to Triple-A Toledo. He is not on the Tigers’ 40-man roster.
He was playing at Triple-A Jacksonville since May 17. In three seasons of Double-A ball, he slashed .261/.332/.428. He’s played third base, second base and first base, and one game in the outfield.
On deck: Diamondbacks
Series: Three games at Comerica Park
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Series: Three games at Comerica Park
First pitch: Friday – 6:40 p.