# Detroit Tigers roster transactions

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/detroit-tigers-roster-transactions
> Updated: 2026-08-24T13:24:32.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The Detroit Tigers have implemented several roster adjustments involving their pitching staff. Initially, manager A. J. Hinch announced that left-handed pitching prospect Andrew Sears would make his Major League Baseball debut, serving as a bulk reliever. Sears, a 23-year-old who rose through the farm system following a recovery from an elbow injury, was promoted to the 40-man roster.

Following these developments, the Tigers further adjusted their roster by optioning Venezuelan left-hander Enmanuel de Jesús to Triple-A Toledo. Other transactions included designating outfielder James Outman for assignment, agreeing to terms with right-handed pitcher Tyler Kinley, optioning Ty Madden to Toledo, and designating Ricky Vanasco for assignment.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Detroit Tigers option Enmanuel de Jesús to Triple-A Toledo

The Detroit Tigers have optioned pitcher Enmanuel de Jesús to Triple-A Toledo as part of several roster moves, including the selection of Andrew Sears' contract.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/detroit-tigers-option-enmanuel-de-jess-to-triple-a-toledo

### 2026-08-22: Andrew Sears to make MLB debut with Detroit Tigers

Detroit Tigers prospect Andrew Sears is set to make his MLB debut as a bulk reliever against the Royals following a dominant performance in Triple-A Toledo.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/andrew-sears-to-make-mlb-debut-with-detroit-tigers

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