"A reliever for most of his career, the 34-year-old has built up as a starter in Triple-A this year. He made four starts and got up to five innings in an appearance twice. The numbers weren't great, as Edwards surrendered 13 runs (10 earned) while walking 11 batters across 17 frames. Detroit could look to keep him stretched out in Toledo even if Edwards is unlikely to be more than a long relief option at the MLB level."
Carl Edwards Jr. agreed to a minor league contract with the Tigers and will report to Triple-A Toledo. Edwards elected free agency after being designated for assignment by the Mets on April 30. He made two MLB appearances, pitching six innings of one-run ball with 11 strikeouts, but the outings came in late, low-leverage mop-up roles against the Nationals and Rockies. He had limited recent major league time and faced roster challenges because he cannot be optioned to the minors. In 2025, he matched his current workload with six innings split between the Rangers and Angels. In Triple-A this year, he has been used as a starter, making four starts and reaching five innings twice, but he allowed 13 runs with 11 walks over 17 innings. Detroit may keep him stretched out for long relief, though he is unlikely to be more than that at the MLB level.
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