The Detroit Tigers are on the hunt for starting pitching and might make an unorthodox signing to fill their need.
Detroit is talking to free-agent right-hander Ryan Helsley about becoming a starter, reports The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal, Cody Stavenhagen, and Katie Woo.
The Tigers are slated to enter next season with a rotation featuring back-to-back AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal, Jack Flaherty, Casey Mize, and Troy Melton. Reese Olson is also expected to return from season-ending shoulder surgery, while Jackson Jobe will likely miss most of 2026 after Tommy John surgery.