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Tigers decline option on RHP Kenley Jansen, exercise option on RHP Drew Anderson

Today is the deadline for option decisions, as well as for reinstating players off the 60-day injured list. The Tigers just released their flurry of moves, most notably exercising their $10 million club option for 2027 on RHP Drew Anderson…

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 11:27 PM
Tigers decline option on RHP Kenley Jansen, exercise option on RHP Drew Anderson
Key Things to Know
  • Detroit exercised Drew Anderson's $10 million option for 2027 while declining Kenley Jansen's $12 million option.
  • The Tigers paid Kenley Jansen a $2 million buyout instead of exercising his contract option.
  • Right-handed pitcher Jacob Waguespack signed a one-year, $1.3 million guaranteed contract for the 2027 season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Detroit Tigers have exercised their $10 million club option for 2027 on right-handed pitcher Drew Anderson and declined their $12 million option on veteran closer Kenley Jansen, triggering a $2 million buyout. The team also agreed to a one-year, $1.3 million guaranteed contract with right-hander Jacob Waguespack, which features up to $200,000 in incentives.

Detroit completed multiple roster moves, reinstating seven players from the 60-day injured list, including Kerry Carpenter, Parker Meadows, and Reese Olson. Left-hander Bailey Horn and right-hander Sawyer Gipson-Long were placed on unconditional release waivers, filling Detroit's 40-man roster at maximum capacity.

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