Tigers Trade for Twins Starters Paddack, Dobnak Ahead Trade Deadline

The Detroit Tigers have bolstered their starting rotation by acquiring right-handed pitcher Chris Paddack and righty Randy Dobnak from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for the Tigers' No. 14 prospect, catcher Enrique Jimenez. Paddack, who has had an inconsistent 2025 season with a 4.95 ERA over 111 innings, is expected to fill the vacancy left by injured Tigers starter Reese Olson and provide much-needed depth behind Tarik Skubal and Casey Mize. Despite a strong start earlier in the season, Paddack's recent struggles and home run issues have lowered his trade value. Dobnak is likely to serve as an innings eater for Detroit, while Jimenez, a switch-hitting Venezuelan prospect with solid offensive potential, joins a Twins catching depth chart led by Christian Vázquez and Ryan Jeffers. The trade reflects the Twins' willingness to sell off expiring contracts ahead of the trade deadline, while the Tigers address rotation concerns following injuries and inconsistent performances. This move gives the Tigers a more reliable fifth starter option as they push for postseason success.