After their ALDS exit last season, the Detroit Tigers are determined to take the next step. They made a statement by not only securing a Wild Card spot in a competitive AL race but also sweeping the Houston Astros before falling just one game short of their first ALCS appearance since 2013.
Preparing for another run, Detroit bolstered its roster by adding Jack Flaherty and Gleyber Torres this offseason. However, the team still appears outmatched, particularly on offense. To bridge that gap, president of baseball operations Scott Harris pursued Alex Bregman, the top remaining position player on the market.
Despite Harris’ efforts, Bregman ultimately signed with the Boston Red Sox, strengthening a key AL rival in the race for the 2025 pennant. It was a tough setback for the Tigers, but a strong alternative may still be available.
Could Luis Arraez be Detroit’s missing piece?
Much of the recent spotlight has been on the San Diego Padres, who, amid payroll concerns and ownership turmoil, have considered moving key players like Dylan Cease. However, with Cease and Michael King reportedly off the trade block, another intriguing option remains—Luis Arraez.
Arraez, a three-time batting champion, has been one of baseball’s most consistent contact hitters, recording 30 or more doubles in each of the past three seasons. In 2024, he sl
