In the wake of Saturday’s trade of Gregory Soto, Scott Harris was asked how he would address a bullpen suddenly lacking in left-handed pitching depth. With the departures of Andrew Chafin and Soto, swingman Tyler Alexander suddenly represents the only major league proven left-handed option. A formerly strong bullpen has now lost four of its top relievers in the past year. Harris answered with a message hinting at an as-yet-unannounced move.
On Monday, the answer became clear, as multiple beat writers reported that the Tigers will sign veteran left-handed reliever Chasen Shreve to a minor league deal. The pact includes an invitation to spring training and incentives should he make the major league roster.