Tigers pitcher Jack Flaherty emerges as potential low-cost trade option

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Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Tigers pitcher Jack Flaherty emerges as potential low-cost trade option
Summary

The Detroit Tigers have designated Jack Flaherty, a right-handed pitcher with a 4.48 ERA, as a potential buy-low trade target ahead of the summer trade deadline. Flaherty's recent performance includes a solid outing against the Philadelphia Phillies, going 6.0 innings with six strikeouts and allowing just two runs. While key pitchers Tarik Skubal and Casey Mize may draw more interest, Flaherty's history of varied performance makes him an intriguing option for clubs seeking a veteran starter on a budget. Given the Tigers' current momentum, it remains uncertain if they will be sellers at the trade deadline, though Flaherty could be a valuable acquisition for the right team.

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  • Jack Flaherty has a 4.48 ERA and a 3-8 record this season.
  • His last start was a 6.0-inning game against the Phillies.
  • Teams may view him as a low-cost rental starter.
  • Tigers' recent performance raises questions about being sellers at the trade deadline.
  • Flaherty previously had success with the Dodgers in 2024.
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  • 7:15 PMYahoo SportsTigers 4.48 ERA starting pitcher named as buy-low trade target
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This Tigers starter would be a very underrated pickup if moved this summer.

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