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After a strong September to sneak into the postseason, the Detroit Tigers officially cracked their competitive window open. The Tigers have a bonafide ace and young building blocks on offense, highlighted by Kerry Carpenter, Jace Jung, and Riley Greene.

MLB News / Twinkie Town / February 8

Rival Roundup, Vol. 64: Jack Attack

An old foe becomes an old friend, by becoming a new foe for the old foe. What? The big news of the week was the return of Jack Flaherty to the Detroit Tigers, a move that makes the battle for the Central a bit more interesting, especially if the Tigers start burning their miracle juice a little earlier into the season in 2025.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / February 7

Detroit Tigers Sign Jack Flaherty To 2-Year, $35 Million Contract

The Detroit Tigers signed Jack Flaherty to a two-year, $35 million contract that includes an opt-out clause after the 2025 season. Flaherty also received a $5 million signing bonus and one-time assignment bonus of $500,000 as part of the deal.

MLB News / Bless You Boys / February 7

Considering a corresponding move for Jack Flaherty

The right-hander hasn’t officially signed yet, but the likely DFA candidates are pretty clear. The Detroit Tigers agreed on a two-year contract with Jack Flaherty almost five days ago.

MLB News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / February 4

Peter Schmuck: Orioles right not to spend big money on Jack Flaherty

The Orioles apparently will open spring training next week without adding a top-quality pitcher to their rotation, but time may prove the old baseball adage that some of the best moves are the ones that are never made.

MLB News / Sporting News / February 4

Tigers make Alex Bregman decision following Jack Flaherty news

Following the Detroit Tigers signing Jack Flaherty, many wondered if that ruled the team out from signing Alex Bregman.

MLB News / Legends On Deck / February 3

Tigers Build Rotation, Sign Flaherty

The Detroit Tigers made a big splash on the free agent market this weekend by reuniting with right-handed pitcher, Jack Flaherty. The two parties to agree to a two year, $35 million contract. In so many ways, this agreement is ideal for both parties.

MLB News / Big League Stew / February 3

Max Scherzer & Jack Flaherty find teams, a look at the top MiLB prospects | Baseball Bar-B-Cast

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss Jack Flaherty signing with the Tigers, Max Scherzer joining the Blue Jays, a look at the top prospects in baseball and answer questions from the BBQ mailbag.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 3

Ex-Mets Slugger Could Reunite With Dark Horse Team in Free Agency

On February 2, it was announced that 2024 World Series champion Jack Flaherty had agreed to a two-year deal with the Detroit Tigers that's worth $35 million with an opt-out after the 2025 season.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / February 3

MLB Writer Projects Tigers To Sign Ex-Red Sox Star After Jack Flaherty

There are some interesting former members of the Boston Red Sox still looking for new homes in free agency. We should start to see some serious movement across the league in the near future, right?

MLB News / CBSSports.com / February 3

MLB free agent tracker: Jack Flaherty back to Tigers, as Alex Bregman and Pete Alonso remain available

There is still plenty of MLB offseason business to tackle before spring training begins

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 3

Possible Braves Starting Pitcher Addition Returns to Former Team

Right-hander Jack Flaherty was one of the most popular starting pitchers pundits linked to the Atlanta Braves this offseason. But he won't pitch for the Braves in 2025.

MLB News / SportsTalkATL / February 3

Why weren’t the Braves in on Jack Flaherty?

With the Braves in the market for a starting pitcher, Jack Flaherty was a name several MLB pundits connected to Atlanta. Unfortunately, that dream is now

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 3

Tigers Still Pursuing Bregman After Flaherty Agreement

The Tigers made their biggest strike of the offseason last night, agreeing to terms with right-hander Jack Flaherty on a two-year deal that allows him to opt back into free agency at season’s end.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / February 3

Report: Detroit Tigers sign RHP Jack Flaherty to a two-year deal worth $35 million

Right-handed pitcher Jack Flaherty, one of the youngest starting pitchers and top arms left in free agency, has reportedly agreed to a two-year, $35 million deal with the Detroit Tigers.

MLB News / Just Baseball / February 3

How Jack Flaherty’s Signing Impacts the Detroit Tigers

Late Sunday night the Detroit Tigers inked pitcher Jack Flaherty to a two-year, $35 million deal with an opt-out after the first year. Flaherty will earn $25 million in 2025, $10 million in 2026 which can escalate to $20 million if he makes 15 starts in 2025.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

Starter Jack Flaherty Agrees to Two-Year Deal with Tigers

World Series champion right-hander Jack Flaherty will sign a two-year deal worth $25 million with the Detroit Tigers, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The 29-year-old right-hander went 6-2 for the Los Angeles Dodgers in the second half of the 2024 season with a 3.58 ERA.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / February 2

Jack Flaherty Agrees To Deal With Tigers

At the 2024 trade deadline, the Los Angeles Dodgers made the biggest splash among teams as they acquired Jack Flaherty to bolster their injury-decimated rotation.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 2

Tigers reunite with Jack Flaherty on two-year deal

Jack Flaherty is returning to the Motor City, as ESPN’s Jeff Passan (multiple links) reports that the right-hander has signed a two-year deal with the Tigers worth $35M in guaranteed money.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 2

Tigers keep up their busy offseason reuniting with Jack Flaherty

Jack Flaherty has been hinting strongly on social media that he was ready to land a contract this offseason. On Sunday, Flaherty got his wish from a team already familiar with him.

Padres hope to change their offseason narrative before season starts

Ranking San Diego's realistic trade pieces

Teams unwilling to meet the asking price for San Diego's Dylan Cease?

Dodgers find funny way to troll Padres

Ex-commissioner Fay Vincent dies at 86

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 2

AL team reportedly still pursuing two big names in free agency

Even though the bulk of MLB free agency is already over, one American League playoff team is still taking an aggressive stance in trying to upgrade their roster.

Tigers reach one-year deal with veteran righty reliever

Tigers still exploring position player, bullpen markets

Tigers designate righty Alex Faedo for assignment

Looking back at the greatest MLB teams of the 00s

The '1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 26

Jack Flaherty Discusses Free Agency

Free agent righty Jack Flaherty appeared on the Foul Territory podcast recently to discuss his ongoing trip through free agency and made some revealing comments about the state of his market.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / January 24

Jack Flaherty Frustrated By Free Agent Process

Spring Training is just weeks away, but many top players are still on the open market looking to find their next club. Among them is Los Angeles Dodgers free agent starter Jack Flaherty.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 23

Jack Flaherty Not Returning to LA, Says He Wants to Beat Dodgers in 2025

The Los Angeles Dodgers have made a number of strong signings this winter from Blake Snell to Tanner Scott. Because of all the additions to the roster, it was impossible for the Dodgers to bring back all of their free agents.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / January 21

Former Dodgers pitcher defends L.A.'s spending, calls out other teams

Much has been made in recent weeks about the Dodgers signing free agents.

Dodgers reportedly adding another star to bullpen amid busy offseason

Insider offers troubling injury update on Dodgers pitcher

Tigers in stalemate with top free agent

White Sox designate former Yankees pitcher for assignment

Insider addresses if Mets are 'bluffing' regarding Pete Alonso situation

MLB News / Blue Jays Insider / January 6

TSN announces promising update regarding free agent Jack Flaherty and Toronto Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays are still looking to their to sign a starting pitcher to add to their rotation and TSN reported that free agent Jack Flaherty is becoming a real possibility.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 3