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Finnegan: Tigers' bullpen ace lights up 2026 season
16 Apr
Summary
- Kyle Finnegan has been lights out for the Tigers in 2026.
- He signed a two-year, $19 million deal this past offseason.
- Finnegan has yet to allow a run in 2026 over 26 innings.
The Detroit Tigers' bullpen, once a point of concern, is showing significant strength in 2026, largely due to the impressive performance of Kyle Finnegan. Acquired at the 2025 trade deadline, Finnegan has become a cornerstone of the relief corps.
Finnegan signed a two-year contract worth $19 million with the Tigers this past offseason. In his second season with Detroit, he has exceeded expectations, remaining unscored upon in 2026 and maintaining a remarkable 1.04 ERA through 26 innings. His ability to induce ground balls when hitters make contact mitigates the impact of his occasional walks.
While Kenley Jansen and Will Vest also contribute to the bullpen, Finnegan's stellar outings have made him a vital asset. Despite a slight tendency to walk batters, his proven track record, including only one blown save as a Tiger, underscores his reliability. Manager A.J. Hinch can confidently turn to Finnegan in critical game situations.
