Burch Smith

The Tigers have reassigned right-hander Burch Smith to minor league camp.

Fantasy Impact

Smith signed a minors deal with the Tigers this spring and was solid in allowing just two earned runs with nine strikeouts against just one walk across 7 2/3 innings this spring. The 35-year-old could be an option in the Tigers' bullpen if he sticks in the organization in the minors for the time being.

Burch Smith has signed a minor league contract with the Detroit Tigers. The righthander will make $1.5 million if he makes the big league club.

Fantasy Impact

Smith has pitched for seven Major League teams over his 15-year professional career. He has also pitched in Japan and Korea while also spending seven seasons in Triple-A. Smith, who will turn 36 in April, has a 5.79 ERA in 247.1 career innings while pitching for the Padres, Royals, Brewers, Giants, Athletics, Marlins, and Orioles. He last pitched in the big leagues in 2024 and will look to back to the show with Detroit.

The Pittsburgh Pirates have re-assigned Burch Smith to minor league camp.

Fantasy Impact

Smith is likely to begin the season with Triple-A Indianapolis and may be called up at some point during the season. While he didn't allow a run in two innings this spring, he posted a 2.50 WHIP.

The Pirates signed Burch Smith to a minor league contract.

Fantasy Impact

The deal also includes an invite to spring training. Smith will look to earn a depth spot in the Pirates bullpen out of spring training.

The Orioles placed Burch Smith on the 15-day IL with a right adductor strain.

Fantasy Impact

The regular season is over for Smith. It is unclear if he will be able to return for the postseason.