Detroit Tigers release pitcher CJ Weins from the organization
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 5:21 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The Detroit Tigers released 25-year-old right-handed pitcher CJ Weins on August 1. Weins, who was acquired from the Boston Red Sox in July 2024, had not progressed beyond the Double-A level during his time with the Tigers. In his four-year career, Weins posted a 4.29 ERA with a 1.52 WHIP and 146 strikeouts in 126 innings. This season, he struggled, recording a 5.91 ERA and a 1.74 WHIP over 35 innings. The Tigers have been active in the trade market leading up to the deadline, recently moving both Tarik Skubal and Casey Mize to other teams.
- •CJ Weins was released from the Tigers on August 1.
- •Weins had a 5.91 ERA in 2026 over 35 innings.
- •The Tigers traded Tarik Skubal and Casey Mize this month.
- •Detroit is five games back in the AL Central standings.
- •The Tigers are currently chasing a Wild Card position.
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