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Tigers Surprisingly Give Former Yankees All-Star Qualifying Offer: Report

Tigers Surprisingly Give Former Yankees All-Star Qualifying Offer: Report

Summary

The Detroit Tigers have offered a qualifying contract to Gleyber Torres, a former New York Yankees All-Star. This is the first time in over a decade that the Tigers have made such an offer. Torres has until November 18 to decide whether to accept the one-year, $22 million offer or explore other opportunities.

Key Facts

  • The Tigers have offered a one-year, $22 million qualifying offer to Gleyber Torres.
  • Torres is a former New York Yankees All-Star and signed a $15 million contract with the Tigers last year.
  • He had an impressive season with the Tigers, with 16 home runs and 74 RBIs.
  • This is the Tigers' first qualifying offer since 2014.
  • If Torres declines the offer and signs elsewhere, the Tigers will receive a compensation draft pick.
  • Torres has until November 18 to accept or decline the qualifying offer.
  • Torres had a hernia injury but still performed well throughout the season.
  • He might receive offers for a multi-year deal worth approximately $57 million.
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