The Detroit Tigers are set to play the series finale of a three-game set against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium at 2:10 p.m. EDT on Sunday.
The Royals won the first game of the series 5-2 on Friday and the second game 3-1 on Saturday.
Before Sunday’s game, the Tigers announced they cut a five-year MLB player from their roster.
Detroit Tigers Cut 5-Year MLB Player James Outman During Royals Series
GettySACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA – AUGUST 02: James Outman #43 of the Detroit Tigers hits a solo home run during the top of the ninth inning against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park on August 02, 2026 in Sacramento, California. (Photo by Scott Marshall/Getty Images)
The Tigers today selected the contract of LHP Andrew Sears from Triple-A Toledo. Sears, who will wear uniform #64, joins the first major league roster of his professional career.
LHP Enmanuel DeJesus was optioned to Triple-A following last night’s game.
OF James Outman has been activated off the 7-day concussion injured list and designated for assignment.
LHP Enmanuel DeJesus was optioned to Triple-A following last night’s game.
OF James Outman has been
The Tigers claimed Outman off waivers from the Minnesota Twins on June 11.
Detroit placed him on the 7-day concussion injured list on Aug. 13.
The Tigers claimed Outman when they desperately needed center field help, as Javier Báez and Parker Meadows were both on the IL at the time.
GettyANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA – JULY 18: James Outman #43 of the Detroit Tigers celebrates in the dugout after scoring during the second inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on July 18, 2026 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Ryan Sirius Sun/Getty Images)
But now that Max Clark is in the majors and Báez is healthy, the Tigers no longer need Outman, a strong defender but below-average hitter.
In 45 games with the Tigers, Outman hit .183/.240/.366 with five home runs and 14 RBI.
Looking at OF James Outman
GettyCLEVELAND, OHIO – JUNE 12: James Outman #43 of the Detroit Tigers celebrates as he rounds the bases on a solo homer during the third inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on June 12, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Outman made his MLB debut with the Dodgers in 2022. He appeared in just four games that season.
In 2023, Outman had a spectacular rookie season with Los Angeles, posting 3.4 bWAR and a .790 OPS with 23 home runs and 70 RBI. He finished third in NL Rookie of the Year voting.
GettyCLEVELAND, OHIO – JUNE 12: Center fielder James Outman #43 of the Detroit Tigers catches a fly ball that was hit by Steven Kwan #38 of the Cleveland Guardians during the second inning at Progressive Field on June 12, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
In 2024, Outman posted -0.5 bWAR and a .521 OPS over 53 games with the Dodgers. He spent much of the season in the minors.
Outman’s struggles continued in 2025. He recorded an awful .487 OPS over 22 games with the Dodgers.
GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MAY 16: James Outman #33 of the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on May 16, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Los Angeles traded the outfielder to the Twins for right-handed reliever Brock Stewart at the 2025 trade deadline.
In 86 games with the Twins from 2025-26, Outman posted -1.0 bWAR and a .526 OPS.
Detroit Tigers Cut 5-Year MLB Player Before Royals Series Finale