All articles tagged with #parker meadows
The Detroit Tigers have reinstated outfielder Parker Meadows from the 60-day injured list, marking his season debut after recovering from arm inflammation, and have optioned outfielder Justyn-Henry Malloy to Triple-A Toledo. They also designated pitcher Ryan Cusick for assignment to open a roster spot. Meadows, who has shown strong rehab performance, is expected to boost the team's outfield, which has faced multiple injuries this season.
Parker Meadows has been activated from the 60-day injured list, returning to the Detroit Tigers' roster, while Justyn-Henry Malloy has been optioned to Triple-A Toledo. The team also designated Ryan Cusick for assignment. Meadows, who recovered from a nerve issue in his right bicep, is expected to bolster the Tigers' outfield defense and provide more flexibility in infield positioning, especially with the potential return of other players and strategic lineup adjustments.
Houston Astros pitcher Framber Valdez was pulled after seven no-hit innings against the Detroit Tigers, but the bullpen blew the game, resulting in a walk-off home run by Tigers rookie Parker Meadows. Valdez had walked five batters and reached a high pitch count, prompting Astros manager Dusty Baker to prioritize the team's overall performance. Valdez had previously thrown a no-hitter earlier in the season, and the Astros were aiming to add another to their recent record of no-hitters. Meadows' walk-off home run marked his first career home run and secured the victory for the Tigers.
The Detroit Tigers showed some power with back-to-back home runs from Spencer Torkelson and Kerry Carpenter, but ultimately lost 7-6 to the Chicago Cubs. Center fielder Parker Meadows made his MLB debut and finished 1-for-5 with a single. Despite a late rally, the Tigers fell short in the ninth inning. Torkelson continues to impress with his hitting, while Meadows had a memorable experience in his first game.
The Detroit Tigers have optioned infielder Nick Maton to Triple-A Toledo after a tough start to the 2023 season. With a lack of left-handed hitters in the lineup, top outfield prospect Parker Meadows could be a viable option to replace Maton. Meadows has been performing well in Triple-A, with a .926 OPS in June and a 15-game hit streak. The Tigers may want to call him up for a longer look rather than just a week or two, and his left-handed bat and power could be a boost to the lineup.