Jake Rogers joins Orioles as Tigers retool ahead of deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 8:12 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Jake Rogers was activated by the Baltimore Orioles on July 31, 2026, following his designation for assignment by the Detroit Tigers. The move comes as the Tigers face a potential teardown after losing 22 of 28 games in May and sitting below.500 as the trade deadline approaches. Rogers expressed regret over not having the chance to properly say goodbye to pitcher Tarik Skubal, who is also likely to be traded soon. The Tigers continue to reshuffle their roster, having already sidelined Casey Mize in preparation for potential trades, creating uncertainty within the team.
- •Jake Rogers joins Baltimore after being designated for assignment by Detroit.
- •Detroit Tigers have lost 22 of 28 games in May.
- •Tarik Skubal may also be traded as part of a roster overhaul.
- •Casey Mize was scratched from a start to prioritize his health before the deadline.
- •Rogers highlighted the strong relationship he had with Skubal.
- 8:12 PMYahoo Sports — The Tigers are breaking up. Jake Rogers didn't get a chance to say goodbye.
"The Detroit Tigers are breaking apart, bit by bit; backup catcher Jake Rogers perhaps giving way to franchise icon Tarik Skubal.
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