Tigers Option Jason Foley to Triple-A Toledo

The Detroit Tigers have made a surprising decision by optioning Jason Foley, their primary closer from the 2024 season, to Triple-A Toledo just before the 2025 season opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Despite Foley's successful last season with a 3.15 ERA and 28 saves, he struggled in spring training, posting a 6.14 ERA in 7.1 innings. This decision opens opportunities for other pitchers such as Brenan Hanifee, who had an impressive spring, and offseason acquisition Tommy Kahnle to potentially take on the closer role. The Tigers, known for their bullpen depth, are likely to use a committee approach at the start of the season, with pitchers like Beau Brieske and Tyler Holton also in contention. Foley, 29, who is under contract for $3.15 million this year, is expected to return to the major league roster after refining his performance in the minors. The Tigers have not officially confirmed the move, but it has been recorded in the MLB transaction log.