The Detroit Tigers made a significant trade, acquiring right-handers Chris Paddack and Randy Dobnak from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for catching prospect Enrique Jimenez. This move comes as a response to the injury of Reese Olson, the Tigers' second-best starter, who is sidelined for the remainder of the season due to a shoulder strain. Paddack, with a 4.95 ERA over his last 21 starts, is expected to step into Olson's role, while Dobnak will report to Triple-A Toledo. However, Paddack's struggles raise concerns about his effectiveness and longevity as a starter.

In his career, Paddack has not exceeded 108⅓ innings in a season since 2019, and his injury history, including two Tommy John surgeries, adds to the uncertainty. The Tigers' rotation, led by ace Tarik Skubal, is currently sixth in MLB with a 3.58 ERA, but they rank 20th in July with a 4.61 ERA. Alternatives like Merrill Kelly and Charlie Morton could have provided better options for a postseason push. This trade has left many questioning if the Tigers made the right choice in giving up a promising prospect for Paddack's inconsistent performance.