Detroit Tigers Spring Training Roster Includes 18 Non-Roster Invites

The Detroit Tigers have officially commenced their 2025 spring training in Lakeland, Florida, with pitchers and catchers reporting, while the full squad will arrive on February 17. The team has announced its spring training roster, which includes 18 non-roster invitees, among them promising prospects Thayron Liranzo and Hao-Yu Lee. Liranzo, a catcher acquired from the Dodgers, and Lee, a second baseman from the Phillies, both had impressive performances in their previous seasons and are seen as key future pieces for the Tigers. Notably absent from the roster are top prospects Max Clark and Kevin McGonigle, indicating the team's strategy of not rushing players still developing at lower levels. The pitching staff appears somewhat settled with four rotation spots confirmed, but competition remains fierce for the remaining positions. The Tigers aim to blend established players with emerging prospects as they prepare for the Grapefruit League season starting February 22.