The Detroit Tigers are adding some experienced depth to their bullpen, signing right-handed reliever Nick Sandlin to a minor-league deal. At 29 years old, Sandlin brings a solid track record from his four seasons with the Cleveland Guardians, where he was a reliable workhorse—appearing in 129 games between 2023 and 2024 alone.

Sandlin’s journey has seen some ups and downs lately. After a stint with the Toronto Blue Jays last season, he joined the Angels this year but struggled, allowing 11 runs over just 8.2 innings before being released. However, when he’s locked in, his unique sidearm delivery makes him a tough matchup for hitters. He pairs a slow slider and splitter with a 91-92 mph four-seam fastball and sinker, and over his career, he’s held right-handed batters to a .199 average and lefties to a .189 mark.

Command has been a challenge recently, though—his walk rate has climbed from 10% in 2023 to 12.5% this season. For Tigers fans, this signing is a low-risk move that could pay off if Sandlin finds his groove again. It’s the kind of savvy addition that strengthens the bullpen depth and gives the team another option to lean on in tight games.