Tigers Assign Justyn-Henry Malloy

To make room for reliever Kyle Finnegan, the Tigers have designated outfielder Justyn-Henry Malloy for assignment, marking the first DFA of his career after 52 games in 2023. Acquired in a trade with Atlanta for right-hander Joe Jimenez, Malloy struggled offensively, hitting .209 with a 32.8% strikeout rate. Despite a promising minor league career, his performance declined in the majors, leading to speculation about his future as a DH. Malloy, originally a third baseman, has primarily played as a DH or pinch-hitter since joining Detroit.

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