Wei-Yin Chen: Five potential free agent destinations
By Tim Haberin
Detroit Tigers
Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports
It’s no secret that the Detroit Tigers need starting pitching help this winter. After the midseason trade of David Price and the impending free agent exit of Alfredo Simon, the Tigers are likely looking at two rotation spots to fill.
Chen has been a fly ball pitcher throughout his career, putting up an average fly ball rate of 40% over his four years in the major leagues. He could thrive in the pitcher-friendly ballparks of the AL Central, where his propensity to give up home runs would be minimized.
With significant amounts of money already tied up in players like Miguel Cabrera and Justin Verlander, Detroit may do well to bypass the big fish this offseason and add several cost-effective pieces in an effort to revamp its roster. A solid option like Chen could fit into that plan.
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