Detroit Tigers: Minor League, Statistical Standouts So Far

John Hicks
Age: 27
Positon: Catcher
Affiliate: Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens
Hits: Right-Handed

Another player who isn’t a traditional prospect, Hicks is also 27. However, the former fourth-round pick still shows plenty of promise as a catching option for Detroit.

The backstop has put on a hit clinic so far with Toledo.

In 30 at-bats, Hicks has 14 hits, 12 RBI, four runs scored, a home run, a triple, a double and a stolen base.

If Hicks can continue to hit, he’ll be well on his way to establishing himself as Detroit’s third catcher.

Joe Jimenez
Age: 22
Positon: Relief Pitcher
Affiliate: Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens
Throws: Right-Handed

Even though Joe Jimenez made his Major League debut earlier in the month, he still ranks as one of Detroit’s best and brightest prospects.

The Tigers closer of the future has so far logged four outings in a Mud Hens’ uniform. Per usual, he’s been dominant.

Jimenez has allowed just three hits and a pair of walks. Of the 16 batters he’s faced, the right-hander has struck out seven of them.

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That’s certainly not a bad ratio.