Tigers trade Jake Rogers for minor-league reliever
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DETROIT — Jake Rogers has published a farewell to the organization he has called home for nearly a decade. Rogers was designated for assignment on Tuesday when the Detroit Tigers reinstated Javier Baez from the injured list.
The Baltimore Orioles made a catching change Friday, activating veteran Jake Rogers after acquiring him from the Detroit Tigers ahead of the trade deadline. To clear a roster spot, Baltimore designated catcher Chadwick Tromp for assignment, the club announced.
The Tigers will likely work to find a trade partner for Rogers before he gets to the waiver wire.
Few looming Detroit Tigers moves will symbolize the end of an era like Scott Harris's decision to designate catcher Jake Rogers for assignment. Rogers predates
Tigers' Kerry Carpenter shared a message after the team designated teammate Jake Rogers for assignment on Tuesday.
The Tigers have navigated losing Jake Rogers, gaining Javier Baez and earning a signature win as the trade deadline looms.