Detroit Tigers: 4 Players who could still be traded

Alex Wilson

Wilson is technically under team control through 2019, but at 31 years old the Tigers would be wise to try to deal him sooner rather than later. He is still owed roughly $701,000 for the rest of this season. While that’s not a ton, it’s likely more than his 4.10 ERA and 5.83 K/9 are worth. As such, teams will likely let him pass through waivers.

If the Tigers are then willing to eat the rest of his contract, they could essentially ‘buy’ a prospect by dealing Wilson and paying his way for the rest of 2018.

Wilson’s poor performance this season will curb his trade value, but his prior success could have a few bullpen needy teams biting. If the Tigers can get even a low-level dart throw type prospect, it’s worth it. Eating Wilson’s contract is a small price to pay to deepen their farm system, and moving Wilson will give the team a chance to try out some of their younger bullpen options (hello Zac Houston).

Detroit Tigers fans may be disappointed that the team only made one trade before the July 31 deadline. However, it wouldn’t be surprising to see the team try to strike one or two more deals before the start of September.