Jarrod Saltalamacchia was once seen as a highly regarded catching prospect who could occupy a power-hitting spot in the middle of any order. He will have an opportunity to resurrect his career at the age of 30 with the Detroit Tigers after the American League team reportedly signed him Sunday.
Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports noted the Tigers inked the catcher to a major league deal. Detroit will pay Saltalamacchia the minimum, while the Miami Marlins will cover the rest of his $8 million salary.
Saltalamacchia played nine games for the Marlins and 70 for the Arizona Diamondbacks last season and hit .