The Detroit Tigers have added some serious power potential to their farm system, signing infielder Luke Ritter to a minor-league contract. The 29-year-old slugger, still seeking his major league debut, will report to Triple-A Toledo, providing valuable depth and a potent bat for the Mud Hens.

Ritter arrives with a clear reputation: he hits the ball a long way. Over his past 356 games in the New York Mets' organization, he launched an impressive 64 home runs. His power was on full display in Triple-A Syracuse, where he posted a 3.8% home-run rate over parts of four seasons, notably higher than the Triple-A average during that span.

While the home run and walk numbers are enticing, his profile comes with the classic three-true-outcomes trade-off: he also strikes out at a high clip. For a Tigers organization looking to build a competitive edge, Ritter's raw power offers an intriguing lottery ticket for the Toledo lineup.

Beyond the bat, Ritter brings valuable defensive versatility to the table. He has extensive experience at second base, third base, first base, and the corner outfield spots, making him a useful utility piece who can fill multiple roles as needed.

After becoming a free agent and a brief stint with the Los Angeles Angels this spring, Ritter finds a new opportunity in Detroit. As the Tigers continue to develop talent at all levels, adding a proven minor-league power hitter like Ritter is a smart, low-risk move that could pay dividends for Toledo and, potentially, the big-league club down the line.