McGonigle reaches for Opening Day spot
Mar 16 2026
AMERICAN LEAGUE
Detroit Tigers
NEWS: SS Kevin McGonigle is getting a strong look in his quest to make the major league roster.
IMPACT: High
BHQ SPIN: The Tigers appear to be pushing their top prospect, who is #2 overall on the HQ100. McGonigle has now appeared in 14 games this spring, displaying strong contact skills, striking out only 16.7% of the time over 36 PA. It still remains possible that McGonigle starts the season at AAA-Toledo to protect his service time; he is doing his part to break the door down. McGonigle’s arrival in Detroit would bump Zach McKinstry into a UT role. McGonigle’s PT% has been increased +30% to reflect his upward trajectory.
–Cavanaugh
Los Angeles Angels
NEWS: Optioned infielders Christian Moore and Kyren...
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