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Tigers add Sawyer Gipson-Long to bullpen mix, option reliever to Toledo
Sawyer Gipson-Long, a right-hander, was activated off the injured list before Wednesday's series finale against the Chicago White Sox, and was set to be available in relief. Troy Melton was set to get the start for the Tigers.
After over a month on the injured list, Sawyer Gipson-Long has rejoined Detroit's pitching staff. Before Wednesday ...
Gipson-Long has been shelved since mid-July with a neck injury and had to be pulled off his initial rehab assignment due to continued stiffness. However, he's ready to go now after allowing two runs ...
Sawyer Gipson-Long meets Cailen Vela, a 4-year-old from Fruitport, before a Detroit Tigers game on Sept. 10. Vela has a rare oral tumor that affects his ear and mandible.
Gipson-Long, 25, is a mechanical strike-thrower when he’s at his best. To this point in his career, he has been durable and free of arm injuries. He has a good changeup and a good slider.
Tigers pitcher Sawyer Gipson-Long hugs 5-year-old Cailen Vela during a Kids Kicking Cancer class inside The Charach Global Kids Kicking Cancer Center in Southfield on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023.
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