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Tigers claim RHP Yoniel Curet, move Parker Meadows to the 60-day IL
TL;DR
The Tigers have placed center fielder Parker Meadows on the 60-day injured list due to a fractured left arm and concussion following a collision. They have claimed right-handed pitcher Yoniel Curet from the Phillies to fill the roster spot.
MONTGOMERY, AL - JULY 03: Yoniel Curet #39 of the Montgomery Biscuits pitches during the game between the Columbus Clingstones and the Montgomery Biscuits at Montgomery Riverwalk Stadium on Thursday, July 3, 2025 in Montgomery, Alabama. (Photo by Natalie Buchanan/Minor League Baseball via Getty Images)
Well, considering the extent of Parker Meadows injuries after his collision with Riley Greene last week, this isnāt surprising. The Tigers on Monday moved the center fielder to the 60-day injured list with a fractured left arm as well as a concussion. The initial impact looked like Meadows, trying to veer away from Greene, who was camped under a Josh Bell fly ball, collided jaw to the back of Greeneās head. Meadows was clearly rocked immediately and couldnāt protect himself going to the ground where he fell on the left arm, fracturing the radius bone, and also hit his head hard against the turf. Hopefully heāll make a full recovery, but for now heās out until mid-June. Even when he does return, heās going to need some rehab work in Toledo before returning to the Tigers.
The move opened up a 40-man roster spot, and the Tigers used that to claim 23-year-old right-hander Yoniel Curet, who was designated for assignment by the Phillies last week. It wasnāt long ago that Curet was a pretty well regarded pitching prospect for the Rays with a huge sinker and good breaking stuff. They finally DFAād him in December and the Phillies traded for him, but they needed a spot to add outfield depth, and the Tigers took advantage.
The appeal here is good stuff in a pitcher with an option remaining. The Tigers have some interesting arms in the upper minors, but most of them are either veteran relievers with solid stuff who have failed to find enough command, or pitchers on the injured list. Meanwhile, two of their best arms, RHP Jackson Jobe and RHP Troy Melton are still on the shelf as Jobe rehabs from Tommy John surgery with a late summer timetable, and Melton is slowly building up after elbow inflammation back in spring camp. Really only RHP Ricky Vanasco has been really impressive in the early going for the Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens.
Curet has a big sinker that at his best has topped out at 97-98 mph. However, heās battled shoulder injuries each of the past two seasons and was more 95-96 mph in spring camp. He has a good cutter and at times has flashed a plus changeup as well. Heās piled up the strikeouts in the minor leagues, but has never gotten his control in order for very long. Heās a project arm for the Tigers, but one young enough and with the option remaining, to give them some time to work with him.
Curet was assigned to Lakeland, and as he has pitched since a few appearances in spring camp but not since the minor league season started, weāll assume heās still dealing with a minor injury. When and if the Tigers can get him right, he should be in Toledo with the Mud Hens.
Q&A
What injuries did Parker Meadows sustain?
Parker Meadows suffered a fractured left arm and a concussion after colliding with Riley Greene.
How long will Parker Meadows be out due to his injuries?
Parker Meadows is expected to be out until mid-June and will require rehabilitation in Toledo before returning.
Who is Yoniel Curet and why did the Tigers claim him?
Yoniel Curet is a 23-year-old right-handed pitcher who was previously a well-regarded prospect; the Tigers claimed him to utilize the roster spot opened by Meadows' injury.
What are the Tigers' current pitching challenges?
The Tigers are facing pitching challenges with several key arms, including Jackson Jobe and Troy Melton, currently on the injured list, leaving them with limited options in the upper minors.