Jose Urquidy Hits Free Agency After Tigers Decline Option
Jose Urquidy is now a free agent after the Detroit Tigers declined his $4 million option for the 2026 season on Thursday. The 30-year-old right-handed pitcher missed most of the last two seasons due to Tommy John surgery but completed the 2025 season healthy.
Performance Overview
Urquidy struggled in two relief appearances during the regular season for the Tigers. However, he showed promise during his rehab assignment, achieving a 2.91 ERA and an 18:5 strikeout-to-walk ratio over 21.2 innings.
Future Prospects
This winter, Urquidy will aim to secure a rotation spot but may need to accept a minor-league contract to continue his career.
José Urquidy announces here that he is a free agent with the Tigers having declined their club option for 2026.
By Bruno Mulé, Thu, Nov 6th 2:26pm EST
Additional Notes
- Missed majority of past two seasons recovering from surgery.
- Finished the latest campaign in good health.
- Mixed results between regular season and rehab performances.
Category: Transactions | More Jose Urquidy: News, Rankings, Projections, Stats
Summary: Jose Urquidy becomes a free agent after the Tigers declined his option, recently returning healthy but facing uncertainty in securing a major league spot.