1B - Detroit Tigers
- Age 26
- Arizona State
- Bats: R
- Throws: R
Availability
Spencer Torkelson is back in the Tigers spring training lineup on Thursday.
Fantasy Impact
Torkelson was hit by a pitch during a simulated game earlier this week in Tigers camp. He checked out fine after getting tested and is back hitting cleanup and starting at first base.
Torkelson (forearm) was struck on his right forearm by a pitch during a simulated game on Tuesday. The trainer provided treatment following the incident.
Fantasy Impact
He was removed from the simulated game after the hit-by-pitch. Whether testing will be required remains undetermined. Detroit is expected to provide additional information on Torkelson's status soon.
The Tigers signed 1B Spencer Torkelson to a one-year, $4.075 million deal to avoid arbitration.
Fantasy Impact
Torkelson finished last season slashing .240/.333/.456 with 31 home runs and 78 RBI. He figures to maintain high power upside for fantasy managers.
Spencer Torkelson's X-rays on his right foot came back negative.
Fantasy Impact
After fouling a ball off his right foot in the fourth inning and getting hit by a pitch on the hand in the ninth, Torkelson received negative X-rays on his foot. He did not undergo testing on his hand, as there is no concern. It appears he has avoided a serious injury and will likely be in the lineup for Thursday's Game 3 of the American League Wild Card series against the Cleveland Guardians.
Spencer Torkelson went 0-for-3 with one walk and three strikeouts in the Tigers’ 5-2 loss to the Guardians on Tuesday.
Fantasy Impact
Torkelson sits at 132 hits, 78 RBI, and 31 homers across 547 at-bats. With a .241 average and .334 OBP, he’s continued to provide consistent power despite contact issues.
