Jose Urquidy Hits Free Agency After Tigers Decline Option
Jose Urquidy became a free agent after the Detroit Tigers declined his $4 million option for the 2026 season on Thursday. The 30-year-old right-hander missed most of the past two seasons due to Tommy John surgery but finished the 2025 campaign healthy.
Performance and Future Prospects
Urquidy struggled in two regular-season relief appearances for the Tigers. However, he performed well during his rehab assignment, recording a 2.91 ERA and an 18:5 strikeout-to-walk ratio over 21.2 innings. He aims to secure a rotation spot this winter but may need to accept a minor-league contract.
José Urquidy announces here that he is a free agent with the Tigers having declined their club option for 2026.
— Evan Woodbery
Summary
After recovering from surgery, Urquidy enters free agency aiming to continue his career, though he faces uncertainty about his next contract.
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