Tigers activate Javier Báez, designate Jake Rogers for assignment
The Detroit News • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 7:19 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The Detroit Tigers activated Javier Báez from the injured list on July 28, 2026, placing him in center field. To make room on the roster, catcher Jake Rogers was designated for assignment. Báez returns after recovering from an injury that sidelined him since late April, contributing a.256 batting average in his previous games. Rogers struggled offensively this season, hitting.161 with three home runs over 93 at-bats. He has been an important defensive player for the Tigers but faced challenges offensively, leading to this roster decision.
- •Báez is activated after a lengthy rehabilitation assignment.
- •Rogers has a.161 batting average this season.
- •Rogers has spent parts of six seasons with the Tigers.
- •The Tigers have a limited window to trade or assign Rogers.
- •Báez's return adds athleticism to the outfield.
- 9:36 PMThe Detroit News — Tigers move on from Jake Rogers, activate Javier Báez - The Detroit News
- 8:46 PMYahoo Sports — Why Detroit Tigers decided to move on from catcher Jake Rogers
- 7:45 PMYahoo Sports — Javier Báez is back for Tigers, but catcher Jake Rogers gets cut
- 7:19 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Tigers Announce Definitive Decision on Jake Rogers
"The Tigers activated Javier Báez and immediately placed him in center field. The corresponding move was far more surprising, with veteran catcher Jake Rogers designated for assignment.
"The Detroit Tigers reinstated Javier Báez from the 60-day IL on Tuesday, July 28. To make room, the Tigers designated Jake Rogers for assignment.
"The Detroit Tigers designated for assignment backup catcher Jake Rogers to clear a roster spot for Javier Báez on Tuesday, July 28.
Sources
External links- The Detroit NewsJul 28, 2026, 9:36 PMTigers move on from Jake Rogers, activate Javier Báez - The Detroit News
Rogers was the second-longest tenured Tiger after Wenceel Perez.
- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 8:46 PMWhy Detroit Tigers decided to move on from catcher Jake Rogers
The Detroit Tigers designated for assignment backup catcher Jake Rogers to clear a roster spot for Javier Báez on Tuesday, July 28.
- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 7:45 PMJavier Báez is back for Tigers, but catcher Jake Rogers gets cut
The Detroit Tigers reinstated Javier Báez from the 60-day IL on Tuesday, July 28. To make room, the Tigers designated Jake Rogers for assignment.
- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 7:19 PMDetroit Tigers Announce Definitive Decision on Jake Rogers
The Tigers activated Javier Báez and immediately placed him in center field. The corresponding move was far more surprising, with veteran catcher Jake Rogers designated for assignment.
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