Detroit Tigers sign left-hander Austin Gomber to minor-league deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 11:55 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The Detroit Tigers have signed left-hander Austin Gomber to a one-year minor-league contract, assigning him to Triple-A Toledo. The 32-year-old pitcher, who has seven seasons of MLB experience, recorded a 6.01 ERA over 82⅓ innings this season at Triple-A. The move aims to bolster Detroit’s pitching depth, especially following trades of key starters Tarik Skubal and Casey Mize. Gomber’s performance will be evaluated in Toledo as he attempts to return to the major leagues.
- •Gomber assigned to Triple-A Toledo after signing with the Tigers.
- •He has a record of 35-47 and a 5.08 ERA across 168 MLB appearances.
- •Gomber previously pitched for the St. Louis Cardinals and Colorado Rockies.
- •His recent season includes 17 starts with 63 strikeouts.
- •Detroit aims to lean on internal options for their pitching rotation.
- 11:55 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Tigers Sign Veteran Left-Hander Austin Gomber
"Detroit added veteran pitching depth by signing left-hander Austin Gomber to a minor-league deal and assigning him to Triple-A Toledo.
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