End of the Road? Veteran Right-Hander Released Prior to Postseason
Summary
The Detroit Tigers have released veteran pitcher Charlie Morton before the postseason. Morton, who joined the team mid-season, had struggled with a high ERA during his time with the Tigers and his release may signal the end of his long career in Major League Baseball.Key Facts
- The Detroit Tigers have released pitcher Charlie Morton on September 19, 2025.
- Morton was acquired from the Baltimore Orioles during the MLB trade deadline.
- He had a 5.42 ERA with the Orioles and a 7.09 ERA with the Tigers after the trade.
- Morton made nine starts and pitched 39 1/3 innings for Detroit, struggling in most games.
- He is 41 years old and has been in the MLB since 2008, with over 2,266 innings pitched in his career.
- His release raises questions about whether he will continue his MLB career.
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