Detroit Tigers promote pitcher Hayden Minton after loss to Pirates
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 4:51 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
The Detroit Tigers announced the promotion of pitcher Hayden Minton following their 4-1 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates on August 18. This move comes as the Tigers attempt to secure a series-clinching win in their next game. Minton, a 25-year-old right-hander with a 3.54 ERA, has been assigned to the Toledo Mud Hens from the Erie SeaWolves. The Tigers are currently in a four-way tie for the final AL Wild Card spot, trailing behind the Toronto Blue Jays, who also won on the same night.
- •Tigers lose 4-1 to Pirates in Game 2 on August 18.
- •Hayden Minton promoted to Toledo Mud Hens from Erie SeaWolves.
- •Minton has a 3.54 ERA and was drafted in 2023.
- •Tigers now tied for final AL Wild Card spot with three teams.
- •Next game aims for series clinching against Pirates.
- 4:51 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Tigers Promote 3.54 ERA Hurler After Loss to Pirates
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