Tigers’ pending Kenley Jansen option decision will set the tone for Detroit’s offseason

Motor City Bengals argues that the Detroit Tigers' upcoming decision on Kenley Jansen's $12 million contract option will set the tone for the club's entire offseason. While Jansen posted a 3.20 ERA and 22 saves across 45 innings, the writer contends that Detroit should decline the option due to his six blown saves, suggesting the team must be aggressive in overhauling its bullpen rather than acting out of sentimentality.

According to the writer, Tigers president of baseball operations Scott Harris avoided commenting directly on Jansen's future, choosing instead to praise rookie reliever Drew Sommers as a potential closer candidate. The piece also notes Detroit holds a $10 million option on swingman Drew Anderson, arguing that declining Jansen's deal would free a roster spot and payroll to pursue bullpen improvements via trade or free agency.