3B - Detroit Tigers MiLB
- Age 25
- Texas Tech
- Bats: L
- Throws: R
Availability
Jung slashed .286/.405/.371 across 20 spring games but posted just a .342 OPS in 55 plate appearances at the big-league level last season. The Tigers optioned him to Triple-A Toledo Tuesday.
Fantasy Impact
Jung is not expected to see significant major-league playing time in 2026 unless Detroit faces substantial infield injuries.
Jace Jung has been getting reps at first base in camp.
Fantasy Impact
Jung has appeared in just 55 major league games, splitting time between second and third base. He’s struggled in that limited sample, posting a .190/.315/.230 slash line, but has found far more success in the minors, where he owns a .257/.375/.461 line across 363 games. With reps at first base this spring, the Detroit Tigers may be searching for additional ways to get his bat into the lineup. With Spencer Torkelson at first base, Jung, a left-handed hitter, could serve as an option to give Torkelson a breather, particularly against right-handed pitching.
The Tigers have optioned Jace Jung to Triple-A Toledo.
Fantasy Impact
Jung has struggled at the plate this season, hitting just .106 and 16 strikeouts in 21 games. Justyn-Henry Malloy will take his spot on the roster in a corresponding move.
The Detroit Tigers recalled Jace Jung from Triple-A Toledo on Friday.
Fantasy Impact
Jung returned to the Tigers' active roster in a corresponding move to Colt Keith's rib injury, which landed him on the injured list. Jung made a pinch-hit appearance on Friday, striking out in his lone plate appearance. He now holds a .109/.241/.109 slash line across 46 at-bats this season.
The Tigers optioned INF Jace Jung to Triple-A Toledo.
Fantasy Impact
Jung struggled in his limited time with Detroit as he went 5-for-45 at the plate. Zach McKinstry and Andy Ibanez should continue to platoon at third base for Detroit.
