Tigers promote top prospect Max Clark ahead of trade deadline

The Detroit Tigers have promoted outfield prospect Max Clark to the major leagues on July 30, 2026, just ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Clark, selected with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, has excelled this season with a batting average of.276 and has homered 10 times. His recent performance includes a.328 average over the last 32 games, highlighting his strong offensive capabilities. The move is viewed as potentially pivotal for the team's future as trade rumors swirl around other players like ace Tarik Skubal.

• 2:55 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers call up top prospect ahead of MLB trade deadline