Detroit Tigers trade for Zack Short in deal with Washington Nationals
The Detroit Tigers have reacquired infielder Zack Short in a trade with the Washington Nationals. The deal involved cash considerations or a player to be named later, and Short will report to Triple-A Toledo. Short, who previously played for the Tigers from 2021 to 2023, provides infield depth with experience at multiple positions.
- ▪Zack Short made his MLB debut with the Tigers on April 21, 2021.
- ▪Short played for the Tigers from 2021 to 2023 before returning in the 2026 trade.
- ▪In 2026, Short played 21 games for Triple-A Rochester, hitting .200 with one home run.
- ▪Short has appeared in 241 MLB games and has experience at shortstop, second base, third base, and all three outfield positions.
- ▪He will report to the Tigers' Triple-A affiliate, the Toledo Mud Hens.
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