Detroit — He'd just got out of his car outside Comerica Park early Tuesday afternoon and immediately, he was beseeched for an autograph.
Welcome, finally, to the big leagues Ben Malgeri.
The Tigers purchased the contract of the 26-year-old right-handed hitting outfielder and he is expected to make his big-league debut against the Yankees.
He will replace switch-hitting utility man Trei Cruz, who was optioned back to Triple-A Toledo. To clear a spot on the 40-man roster, right-handed reliever Burch Smith was moved to the 60-day injured list.
Malgeri's is a story of perseverance. Drafted by the Tigers in the 18th round in 2021, he has never carried the label of prospect. In his eight-year climb, he spent parts of three seasons in High A and in Double A.
Welcome, finally, to the big leagues Ben Malgeri.
The Tigers purchased the contract of the 26-year-old right-handed hitting outfielder and he is expected to make his big-league debut against the Yankees.
He will replace switch-hitting utility man Trei Cruz, who was optioned back to Triple-A Toledo. To clear a spot on the 40-man roster, right-handed reliever Burch Smith was moved to the 60-day injured list.
Malgeri's is a story of perseverance. Drafted by the Tigers in the 18th round in 2021, he has never carried the label of prospect. In his eight-year climb, he spent parts of three seasons in High A and in Double A.
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