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Tigers insider’s trade deadline rumor could foreshadow bigger move for closer in free agency

The Tigers should revisit their trade deadline interest in this closer to help their bullpen rebuild ahead of 2027.

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 9:58 PM
Tigers insider’s trade deadline rumor could foreshadow bigger move for closer in free agency
Key Things to Know
  • Motor City Bengals argues Detroit should target free agent closer David Bednar after showing prior trade deadline interest.
  • Bednar is entering free agency and is projected to command between $57 million and $68 million on a multi-year deal.
  • Detroit has already begun revamping its bullpen by re-signing Jacob Waguespack and letting veteran Kenley Jansen depart.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Motor City Bengals argues that the Detroit Tigers should revisit their past trade deadline interest in closer David Bednar as a free agent this offseason to rebuild their bullpen. The Tigers have already let Kenley Jansen leave and re-signed Jacob Waguespack, but writer Katrina Stebbins suggests the front office needs additional proven bullpen arms ahead of the 2027 season.

Bednar is projected to command contracts between three and four years worth $57 million to $68 million. While acknowledging that an annual average value near $17 million to $20 million would be unprecedented for a Detroit reliever, Stebbins notes Bednar would not cost prospects if signed in free agency.

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