Detroit Tigers Claim Reliever Grant Holman Off Waivers

The Tigers add the right-handed pitcher to their bullpen after he was let go by the Dodgers.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 7:56pm

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The Detroit Tigers have claimed right-handed relief pitcher Grant Holman off waivers from the Los Angeles Dodgers. Holman, 27, was recently designated for assignment by the Dodgers and the Tigers have now added him to their active roster.

Why it matters

The Tigers have been looking to bolster their bullpen after some early-season struggles, and the addition of Holman provides them with another experienced arm to help stabilize the relief corps.

The details

Holman has spent parts of the last three seasons in the major leagues with the Dodgers, compiling a 4.19 ERA in 55 innings of work. He features a mid-90s fastball and a sharp slider, and the Tigers are hoping a change of scenery can help him regain the form that made him a top pitching prospect in the Dodgers' system.

  • Holman was designated for assignment by the Dodgers on April 8, 2026.
  • The Tigers claimed Holman off waivers on April 11, 2026.

The players

Grant Holman

A 27-year-old right-handed relief pitcher who was recently waived by the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Scott Harris

The president of baseball operations for the Detroit Tigers.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to add Grant to our bullpen. He has good stuff and we think a change of scenery could really benefit him.”

— Scott Harris, President of Baseball Operations, Detroit Tigers

What’s next

Holman will report to the Tigers' major league roster and is expected to join the team's bullpen for their upcoming series against the Cleveland Guardians.

The takeaway

This move by the Tigers demonstrates their commitment to improving their pitching staff and providing more depth in the bullpen as they look to compete in the AL Central division this season.