The Detroit Tigers have made a roster move that has fans buzzing, bringing back a familiar face to the Motor City. Infielder Zack Short, acquired earlier this week from the Washington Nationals in a minor-league trade, was spotted at Comerica Park on Sunday morning, putting in early drill work alongside coach Joey Cora.
While the team has yet to make an official announcement, all signs point to Short's arrival being a precautionary measure tied to second baseman Gleyber Torres. Torres exited Saturday night's 5-1 victory over the Boston Red Sox with discomfort in his left side, leaving his status up in the air. If Torres needs a stint on the injured list, Short provides a reliable, glove-first option to plug the gap.
Short, 30, is no stranger to the Tigers faithful. He played for Detroit from 2021 to 2023 before embarking on a whirlwind tour that included stops with the Red Sox, Braves, Mets, Astros, and Nationals. Known for his defensive versatility, Short can handle duties at third base, shortstop, and second base—making him a valuable utility piece for any roster.
Manager AJ Hinch is scheduled to address the media at 4:35 p.m., where he is expected to provide clarity on Torres' condition and the team's plans moving forward. This is a developing story, so stay tuned for updates.
In other Tigers news, the team is set to open a three-game series against the Red Sox on Monday. All games will be broadcast on Detroit Sports Net, 97.1, and 107.9 FM. Here's a look at the probable pitching matchups:
Monday: LHP Payton Tolle (0-1, 3.38 ERA) vs. LHP Tarik Skubal (3-2, 2.70 ERA)
Tuesday: RHP Brayan Bello (1-4, 9.12 ERA) vs. LHP Framber Valdez (2-1, 3.35 ERA)
Wednesday: TBA vs. RHP Jack Flaherty (0-2, 5.90 ERA)
Skubal, the Tigers' ace, gave everyone a scare in his last start against Atlanta when he briefly paused to rub his left forearm. After a practice pitch, he returned to strike out the side in the seventh inning, and he's reported no lingering issues since. Tolle, meanwhile, is an intriguing 6-foot-6, 250-pound lefty who made waves in his season debut by striking out 11 Yankees over six innings.
As the Tigers navigate this early-season roster shuffle, one thing is clear: depth and versatility are key. Whether you're a fan of Short's slick fielding or Skubal's electric stuff, there's plenty of action to follow in the coming days.