Athletic Sign Lefty Alex Wood, Tigers Lock Up Prospect Colt Keith in Multi-Million Dollar Deals

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28/01/2024 22h31

In a busy day of MLB signings, the Oakland Athletics have added left-handed pitcher Alex Wood to their roster, while the Detroit Tigers have secured infield prospect Colt Keith with a lucrative contract extension.

According to reports from FanSided, the Athletics have signed Wood, although the exact terms of the deal have not been disclosed. The 33-year-old southpaw showcased his versatility with the San Francisco Giants in 2023, alternating between starting and relieving roles.

Wood is expected to join Paul Blackburn and JP Sears as the only guaranteed members of the Athletics' rotation. However, being part of a projected last-place team like Oakland means Wood could be a potential trade candidate come deadline season.

Meanwhile, in Detroit, the Tigers have made a significant investment in their future by securing infield prospect Colt Keith to a six-year extension worth a staggering $28.6425 million. The deal also includes three club options, which could extend the agreement by three more years and increase its value to a maximum of $82 million.

Despite not having made his MLB debut yet, Keith was ranked as the 23rd best prospect in baseball earlier this offseason. The 22-year-old displayed his talents by slashing an impressive .306/.380/.52 across Double-A and Triple-A levels in 2023.

With this long-term contract, the Tigers have all but guaranteed that Keith will begin the 2024 season on their roster, most likely at either second or third base. This move demonstrates Detroit's confidence in Keith's potential to make a significant impact at the major league level.

Both the Athletics and the Tigers have solidified their teams by adding key players to their rosters. These signings set the stage for an exciting and highly competitive 2024 MLB season.

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