Detroit Tigers: Jose Igesias trade rumors and other news

Here at The Corner, we round up Detroit Tigers news and rumors around the Tigers blogosphere so that you don’t spend hours surfing the web searching.

Detroit Tigers shortstop Jose Iglesias has thought about trade possibilities according to a report from the Detroit Free Press. Tigers GM Avila has openly stated that he doesn’t see a future of Iglesias in Detroit. Given that it makes sense that trade possibilities have crossed the mind of Iglesias.

One of the prospects whom could ultimately replace Igelsias is Isaac Paredes. He’s been a sensation so far in the farm system, but he still has some work that needs to be done writes Lynn Henning.

Over at MLive, Evan Woodbery explores trade scenarios for starting pitchers Mike Fiers. Including whether or not a trade could give Fiers another playoff opportunity. After his most recent start Fiers trade value is the highest its been all season according to Max Bultman.

Another Tigers player who’s trade value that has changed recently is starter Michael Fulmer. Fulmer is currently on the disabled list and Jordan Horrobin assessed his currently value with the latest DL stint.

When the Tigers had their series recently against the Boston Red Sox, Fiers was excited to pitch against long-time friend J.D. Martinez. Unfortunately, Fiers didn’t get the chance as Martinez had the day off when Fiers was on the mound.

Next: Exploring Nicholas Castellanos trade scenarios

It’s a rough time to be a sports fan in the Motor City. The Lions are the city’s best hope for a championship. Miguel Cabrera is in the twilight of his career. Which gives the Free Press the opportunity to explore twelve athletes that could be the next face of Detroit.

Along with the problem of what to do at shortstop the Tigers have a problem with what to do at second base. They’ve tried to use Niko Goodrum, and he’s not the solution. But he is a valuabe utilityman writes Kurt Mensching.