Summary
Chris Bassitt, a baseball pitcher who played for the Toronto Blue Jays, is in talks with the Detroit Tigers about a potential deal. The Tigers are exploring their options for new pitchers, including Bassitt and another free agent, Lucas Giolito.
Key Facts
- Chris Bassitt is a veteran pitcher and has been reliable for three years with the Toronto Blue Jays.
- He led the American League with 16 wins in 2023.
- Bassitt's contract with the Blue Jays is unlikely to continue as Toronto signed two new pitchers, Dylan Cease and Cody Ponce.
- The Detroit Tigers are in discussions with Bassitt for the upcoming season.
- The Tigers are also talking to another free agent pitcher, Lucas Giolito.
- The Tigers' decision may be influenced by the outcome of an arbitration case with another player, Tarik Skubal.
- Tarik Skubal's arbitration case could affect the Tigers' budget and their ability to sign new players.
