Detroit Tigers Sign Gleyber Torres to One-Year Contract
The Detroit Tigers signed former New York Yankees second baseman Gleyber Torres to a $15 million, one-year contract on Friday.
Terms of the Contract
The two-time All-Star gets a slight raise from his $14.2 million salary with the Yankees. His agreement includes a one-time assignment bonus of $500,000.
Torres’ Career with the Yankees
Torres hit.265 with 138 home runs and 441 RBIs in seven seasons with the Yankees, who acquired him from the Cubs in the July 2016 trade that sent closer Aroldis Chapman to Chicago.
Last Season’s Performance
The 28-year-old infielder hit.257 with 15 homers, 63 RBIs and 26 doubles last season while helping the Yankees win the AL East and reach the World Series, where they lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers in five games. He was hitting.221 with eight homers and 30 RBIs in 86 games through July 4, then batted.298 with seven homers and 30 RBIs in his last 68 games.
Torres’ Farewell Message
“Thank you. The Yankees were my family since 2016,” Torres said in a post on social media. “A simple boy from Venezuela with great aspirations to play in the most epic city in the world, the Yankees gave me all the love and support I needed to achieve my childhood dream. Wearing pinstripes was an honor for me and my family.”
New York Yankees’ Response
The Yankees responded “Thank you, Gleyber. Wishing you all the best,” with a blue heart emoji.
Torres’ Future with the Tigers
Tigers President of Baseball Operations Scott Harris told reporters Torres is expected to play second in Detroit while Colt Keith, whose 12 errors at second last season were second to Torres’ total, will shift to first base. Torres was the Yankees shortstop until September 2021, when he was shifted to second after making 18 errors, including four in the prior week.
Conclusion
Gleyber Torres’ departure from the New York Yankees marks the end of an era for the team. The two-time All-Star will now join the Detroit Tigers, where he is expected to play second base. Despite his struggles last season, Torres remains a talented player with a bright future ahead of him.
FAQs
Q: What is Gleyber Torres’ new contract with the Detroit Tigers?
A: Torres signed a $15 million, one-year contract with the Tigers.
Q: What is Torres’ expected role with the Tigers?
A: Torres is expected to play second base in Detroit.
Q: Why did the Yankees trade Torres?
A: The Yankees traded Torres to the Tigers to make room for younger players and to rebuild their roster.
Q: What is Torres’ career statistics with the Yankees?
A: Torres hit.265 with 138 home runs and 441 RBIs in seven seasons with the Yankees.
Q: What is Torres’ farewell message to the Yankees?
A: Torres thanked the Yankees organization, coaches, and fans for their support and love during his time with the team.
