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Tigers Sign 26-Year-Old Ex-Rays Pitcher Seeking MLB Debut

Tigers Sign 26-Year-Old Ex-Rays Pitcher Seeking MLB Debut

Summary

The Detroit Tigers signed Sean Hunley, a 26-year-old pitcher formerly with the Tampa Bay Rays, to a minor-league contract. Hunley has not yet been assigned to a minor-league team and has previously struggled in Triple-A, but there is potential for him to provide pitching depth if needed.

Key Facts

  • Sean Hunley is a 26-year-old pitcher.
  • He spent five years with the Tampa Bay Rays' organization.
  • The Rays released Hunley late in spring training.
  • The Detroit Tigers signed Hunley to a minor-league deal.
  • Hunley has not yet been assigned to a specific minor-league team.
  • He has a 3.79 earned run average (ERA) in his minor-league career.
  • Hunley struggled in Triple-A, with an 8.63 ERA in 48 innings.
  • The Tigers see him as a potential depth option if needed.

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