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28-Year-Old Outfielder Immediately Released By Detroit Tigers

The Detroit Tigers are coming off a disappointing season.They were unable to make the 2026 MLB playoffs following injuries (and trades).28-Year-Old Outfielder Released By Detroit TigersEarlier this week, a member of the Tigers’ organization became a free agent.Trei Cruz is…

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 10:20 PM
28-Year-Old Outfielder Immediately Released By Detroit Tigers
Key Things to Know
  • Outfielder Trei Cruz has elected free agency and departed the Detroit Tigers organization as a free agent.
  • Cruz made his MLB debut during the 2026 season, appearing in two games for the Tigers.
  • The 28-year-old was originally drafted by Detroit in the third round of the 2020 MLB Draft.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Outfielder Trei Cruz has officially elected free agency, parting ways with the Detroit Tigers' organization after previously being designated for assignment. The 28-year-old made his Major League Baseball debut earlier in the 2026 campaign, appearing in two major league games for Detroit before his roster move.

Cruz was drafted by Detroit in the third round in 2020 and recorded 94 hits across 96 Triple-A games this past season. The Tigers missed the 2026 postseason with a 76-86 record and have since announced coaching staff additions under manager A.J. Hinch ahead of the 2027 season.

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