Detroit Tigers Decline Option on Veteran Reliever Kenley Jansen

The Detroit Tigers officially declined their $12 million contract option for the 2027 season on veteran right-handed reliever Kenley Jansen, sending the 39-year-old to free agency. After signing a one-year deal with Detroit last winter, Jansen recorded 22 saves with a 3.20 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, and a 51:23 K:BB ratio over 45 innings last season. He is now expected to seek another one-year deal on the open market as Detroit evaluates bullpen depth.