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Tigers ink several minor league free agents to new deals

The Tigers had some housekeeping to do before the real offseason begins, and they made progress on Tuesday by inking veteran catcher Carlos Perez and several of their better minor league relief prospects to new minor league deals. Pérez took…

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 12:00 PM
Tigers ink several minor league free agents to new deals
Key Things to Know
  • The Detroit Tigers signed catcher Carlos Pérez and three relievers to new minor league free agent contracts.
  • Veteran catcher Carlos Pérez returns after batting well in Triple-A before an August ankle injury ended his season.
  • Relief prospect Moises Rodriguez re-signed on a one-year minor league contract after posting a 2.57 ERA in 2026.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Detroit Tigers have re-signed veteran catcher Carlos Pérez and several minor league relief prospects to new minor league contracts. Pérez, who served as Triple-A catching depth before suffering a season-ending ankle injury in August, brings major league experience and defensive value back to the organization.

Along with Pérez, the Tigers reached minor league agreements with right-handed relievers Moises Rodriguez, Marco Jimenez, and Wandisson Charles. Rodriguez posted a 2.57 ERA in 2026, while Charles logged 63.2 innings with a 31.2 percent strikeout rate for Double-A Erie.

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