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Detroit Tigers Claim Pitching Prospect Yoniel Curet
14 Apr
Summary
- Tigers acquired Yoniel Curet from the Phillies.
- Curet had a 1.45 ERA in Double-A last season.
- He was added to the 40-man roster and optioned to FCL.
The Detroit Tigers have enhanced their pitching depth by claiming Yoniel Curet off waivers from the Philadelphia Phillies. This move was made to create a roster spot, coinciding with Parker Meadows being moved to the 60-day injured list.
Curet, a 23-year-old right-hander, has been added to Detroit's 40-man roster and initially optioned to the Florida Complex League. The team anticipates he will soon join Triple-A Toledo to start the season. Curet was acquired by Philadelphia in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays during the past offseason.
Despite not yet debuting in MLB, Curet showcased impressive performance in Double-A last season, achieving a 1.45 ERA and a 0.911 WHIP. While his ERA rose in Triple-A, he still recorded 35 strikeouts in 31.1 innings. With a combined 62 strikeouts over 55.1 innings, he displays significant "swing and miss" potential from both starting and relief roles.
Curet's addition provides valuable rotation depth for the Tigers, who have faced performance and injury challenges. With other pitchers like Justin Verlander sidelined and others struggling, the need for reinforcements is evident. Curet's presence in Triple-A offers a promising option for an eventual call-up.
