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Tigers acquire infielder Tsung-Che Cheng from the Red Sox, per report

Well look at that, the Detroit Tigers have already made a trade. Andrew Parker of Sox Prospects reports, and Chris Cotillo confirms, that the Tigers have acquired infielder Tsung-Che Cheng from the Boston Red Sox for cash considerations. Cheng will…

By Brandon Day · Bless You Boys

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 2:07 AM

Key Things to Know

The Tigers acquired infielder Tsung-Che Cheng from the Red Sox for cash considerations.
This permanent transfer provides Detroit with added shortstop depth and clears a 40-man roster spot for Boston.
Cheng previously spent time with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Washington Nationals, and Boston Red Sox organizations.

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The Detroit Tigers have acquired infielder Tsung-Che Cheng from the Boston Red Sox in exchange for cash considerations, according to reports. The move opens a spot on Boston's 40-man roster while providing Detroit with extra middle-infield coverage.

Cheng is a 25-year-old left-handed hitter capable of playing shortstop, second base, and third base. Brandon Day notes that Cheng adds depth as Trey Sweeney recovers from major shoulder surgery, reuniting Cheng with former international teammate Hao-Yu Lee.

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