Availability
The Tigers have recalled left-hander Drew Sommers from Triple-A Toledo.
Fantasy Impact
Sommers was brought up to take the roster spot of Kenley Jansen, who was placed on the 15-day injured list on Thursday with pelvic inflammation. Sommers has posted a 3.00 ERA with a massive 37.6% K% across 17 appearances for Toledo this season.
Drew Sommers is with the Tigers on standby on Thursday.
Fantasy Impact
Casey Mize and Kenley Jansen both underwent an MRI after leaving Wednesday’s game early due to groin injuries. Sommers will likely be called up if either of them land on the injured list.
Drew Sommers will serve as the Tigers’ 27th man for Sunday’s doubleheader against the Orioles.
Fantasy Impact
Sommers will add an extra arm in the bullpen for Detroit.
Drew Sommers was with the Tigers on Saturday.
Fantasy Impact
McCosky notes that Sommers will either be the 27th man in Sunday's doubleheader or replace Brant Hurter.
Sommers allowed two runs without surrendering a hit across three Grapefruit League innings. He walked four batters, hit two with pitches and threw one wild pitch during his spring appearances.
Fantasy Impact
Detroit optioned Sommers to minor-league camp on Friday. He will join Triple-A Toledo's bullpen to open the season.