Detroit Tigers Cut 5 Players in Spring Training

Left-handed reliever Drew Sommers among those optioned to Triple-A Toledo

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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The Detroit Tigers made their fourth round of roster cuts in 2026 spring training, optioning left-handed reliever Drew Sommers to Triple-A Toledo along with four other players. The team now has 53 players remaining in MLB camp, with 20 days until Opening Day on March 26.

Why it matters

Spring training roster cuts are an important part of the process as teams finalize their rosters for the upcoming season. The decisions made now can have a significant impact on the team's performance and depth throughout the year.

The details

The five players cut were left-hander Jake Miller, left-handed reliever Drew Sommers, catcher/first baseman Josue Briceño, right-handed reliever Matt Seelinger, and outfielder Ben Malgeri. Sommers is considered the most likely of the group to pitch for the Tigers in the 2026 season, but he will start the year with the Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens.

  • The roster cuts were made on Friday, March 6, 2026.
  • Opening Day for the 2026 season is on March 26, 2026.

The players

Drew Sommers

A left-handed reliever who was optioned to Triple-A Toledo.

Jake Miller

A left-handed pitcher who was optioned to Triple-A Toledo.

Josue Briceño

A catcher and first baseman who was reassigned to minor league camp.

Matt Seelinger

A right-handed reliever who was reassigned to minor league camp.

Ben Malgeri

An outfielder who was reassigned to minor league camp.

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What they’re saying

“This story will be updated.”

— Evan Petzold, Reporter (Detroit Free Press)

What’s next

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The takeaway

Spring training roster cuts are a critical part of the process as teams finalize their rosters for the upcoming season. The decisions made now can have a significant impact on a team's performance and depth throughout the year.