Detroit Tigers Reportedly Sign Jim Adduci, Travis Blackley and Jake Brigham to Minors Deals

Jim Adduci
Position: Outfielder

A 31-year-old outfielder, Adduci last appeared in the Major Leagues in 2014. That year, the British Columbia native hit .168 with a .467 OPS. Overall, he turned in a 0.3 WAR.

The veteran has appeared in 61 games at the big league level, contributing 15 runs scored, eight RBI, five stolen bases, four doubles and a home run.

After leaving Texas, Adduci signed with the Lotte Giants in the Korean Baseball Organization.

In 132 games in 2015, the minor league veteran hit .314 with a .384 on-base percentage and a .942 OPS.

He also collected 106 RBI, 105 runs scored, 34 doubles, 28 home runs, 24 stolen bases and five triples in just 132 games played.

Despite playing in only 64 games with Giants in 2016, Adduci still turned in a solid stat line. Said stat line included a .291 batting average, a .336 on-base percentage and a .809 OPS.

The former Ranger also chipped in with 46 runs scored, 41 RBI, 18 doubles, 15 stolen bases, seven home runs and three triples.

Potential Role with the Detroit Tigers

If Adduci can bring some of the same pop and speed he showcased in Korea to the Tigers organization, he could be an intriguing depth option. He joins JaCoby Jones, Tyler Collins, Anthony Gose and Steven Moya in contention for a reserve outfield spot.